insert_link South Africa SA’s deputy minister of Health, Sibongiseni Dhlomo, says more than 230-million-rand has been paid to former mineworker SA's deputy minister of Health, Sibongiseni Dhlomo, says more than 230-million-rand has been paid to former mineworkers, who were injured or have contracted respiratory-related illnesses on duty. This forms part of a government programme that seeks to track, trace, and provide compensation, pension, and provident funds to eligible ex-mineworkers who worked in the mines from 1965 to 2019. Dhlomo says at least 20-thousand former mineworkers have been reached through this […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 6
insert_link World Conservative Lawmaker Apologises For Claiming Parts Of London Are “No-Go” Areas, Amid Ongoing Islamophobia Row A Conservative Lawmaker has apologised for claiming parts of UK cities are "no-go" areas, amid an escalating row over 'Islamophobia' within the governing Conservative Party. Paul Scully made the comments, following the suspension of another Conservative MP, Lee Anderson, for statements that have been branded "Anti-Muslim". Simon Gaitán reports. ENG todayFebruary 28, 2024 4
insert_link World US spacecraft moon mission ends early The first US spacecraft to land on the moon in more than 50 years is about to lose power. Odysseus is just hours away from running out of battery due to a botched landing, cutting short its lunar mission by as many as five days. The probe's Texas-based company, Intuitive Machines, saw its shares collapse on Tuesday after announcing the news. From the southern US state, Benji Hyer reports. todayFebruary 28, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa South African Minister of Defence, Thandi Modise, Denies Resignation Amid False Reports Thandi Modise, the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans in South Africa, has strongly refuted rumors suggesting her resignation. She dismissed the claims as fake and nonsensical, particularly addressing an article by Opera News Hub alleging her departure from the cabinet and resignation from the ANC to join the newly-formed uMkhonto we Sizwe Party associated with former president Jacob Zuma. Modise condemns these reports as barbaric acts of wedge drivers, […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Guarding Against Bank Fraud: Bank Windhoek Forensics Manager Exposes Top Threats Bank Windhoek's Forensics Services Manager, Johnny Truter, highlights prevalent bank fraud tactics to boost public awareness. These include Account Takeover, where fraudsters use phishing to gain control of online accounts, and Social Engineering, exploiting emotions to extract sensitive information. Call center fraud involves deceiving representatives, while Credit Card fraud exploits stolen information for online purchases. Electronic Funds Transfer fraud relies on scammers posing as trusted entities for urgent transfers. He […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa DA Highlights South Africa’s Electricity Infrastructure Theft Crisis, Urges Government Action The Democratic Alliance states that South Africa is grappling with a crisis of electricity infrastructure theft, contributing to intensified load-shedding. The Department of Public Enterprises revealed that between 2018 and last year, there were over 44,000 reported cases of theft and vandalism, averaging 24 incidents daily. Transformers alone suffered 232 thefts, resulting in an 18-million-rand loss. Despite efforts, including Police Minister Bheki Cele's task teams, the DA's Mimmy Gondwe asserts […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 18
insert_link World United Nations says Half a million in Gaza face starvation According to the United Nations at least half a million people in Gaza are facing famine with the entire Palestinian enclave suffering from acute food shortages. UN officials say calls for more food aid have either been denied or have been ignored. The UN Security Council will discuss the issue of food security during a meeting. William Denselow reports from New York where the UN is headquartered. todayFebruary 28, 2024 11
insert_link World Biden mocks Taylor Swift conspiracy theory US President Joseph Biden has refused to confirm whether he will be endorsed by Taylor Swift.The President made the comments during a rare media appearance with comic Seth Meyers, in a bid to reach new voters ahead of this year's presidential elections. Appearing on NBC's "Late Night" TV talk show, President Biden made light of a conspiracy theory linking him to the singer-songwriter. todayFebruary 28, 2024 37
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party Condemns Exploitation of LGBTQIA+ Rights for Political Gain South Africa's GOOD party is urging citizens to reject the politicization of LGBTQIA+ rights. The party strongly condemns former President Jacob Zuma for labeling the legalization of same-sex relationships as a disgrace. The party argues that Zuma's remarks undermine constitutional protections, worsening the daily struggles of that community. Spokesperson Carlos Mesquita calls on leaders to denounce such statements and uphold the rights of these citizens, advocating for a society that […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 30