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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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World

Indian opposition leaders hold hunger strike

An opposition party in India is holding another day-long hunger strike, to protest the arrest of a prominent leader from their ranks. Its supporters also held demonstrations in cities around the world over the weekend. Arvind Kejriwal, the sitting chief minister of Delhi, was arrested last month by India's financial watchdog. Critics say his arrest is aimed at weakening the opposition's fight against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in this month's […]

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Namibia

Mayor of Usakos Expresses Concern Over Police Delay in Responding to Fatal Stabbing

The Mayor of Usakos, Irene Simeon-Kurtz, has voiced worries regarding what she perceives as a sluggish response from the police following the tragic killing of a 29-year-old woman by her ex-boyfriend. In a press release issued on Sunday from her office, she drew attention to the delayed arrival of both police and ambulance services to the crime scene at approximately 05am in the Saamstaan residential area. According to a report […]

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Africa

Ferry Sinking off Mozambique’s North Coast Claims Over 90 Lives

Tragedy struck off the north coast of Mozambique as a ferry carrying more than 130 individuals, including children, sank, resulting in over 90 fatalities. Authorities report that the vessel, a converted fishing boat en route from Lunga, encountered distress while attempting to reach an island in Nampula province. Amid the disaster, only five individuals have been rescued. Jaime Neto, Nampula’s Secretary of State, reveals that many passengers sought to flee […]

todayApril 8, 2024 9

South Africa

Severe Weather Prompts South Africa’s Drakenstein Municipality’s Disaster Management Response

The Drakenstein Municipality in South Africa has activated a comprehensive disaster management action plan in response to severe weather conditions, including heavy rain and wind, affecting the municipal area since yesterday. Over 30 houses have lost their roofs, with some experiencing structural damage. Electricity outages are widespread due to strong winds damaging infrastructure. Mayor Stephen Korabie underscores the priority of ensuring the safety of residents and infrastructure.

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World

US job far exceeded expectations in March

The US economy added 303,000 jobs in March, many more than expected, according to new data on Friday. Analysts warn the ongoing strength of the labour market, and inflation high above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, could see the central bank keep interest rates higher for longer. Sally Patterson reports.

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South Africa

Western Cape Government Orders Closure of Public Schools in Affected Areas Due to Severe Weather Damage

In response to reports of damage caused by high winds over the weekend, the Western Cape government has announced the closure of all public schools in the Cape Winelands, Overberg, and Helderberg areas today. Education MEC David Maynier stated that the decision was made following reports of school damage and that the department's infrastructure team is currently assessing the extent of the damage.  

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World

US President Joseph Biden vows to rebuild collapsed bridge after fatal crash

U.S President Joseph Biden has vowed to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the city of Baltimore, after it collapsed last week. A cargo ship lost power and hit the two-and-a-half kilometre structure, bringing it down and killing six construction workers. During a visit to Baltimore on Friday, the President observed the crash site, spoke with local officials and also met families of the victims. From nearby Washington, Benji […]

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