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Business / Economics

International Air Transport Association Reports Strong Start for Global Passenger Demand in January 2024

The International Air Transport Association has unveiled data for the January 2024 global passenger demand, signaling a robust beginning for the year. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers, surged by 16.6%. International demand experienced a notable increase of 20.8%, while domestic demand saw a solid rise of 10.4%. Linden Birns, IATA's Public and Media Relations Advisor, shares further insights.  

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World

White House says US and Israeli officials will discuss alternatives to Rafah offensive

US President Joseph Biden says American and Israeli officials will meet to discuss alternatives to the military offensive that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is threatening to launch against Palestinians in Rafah. The move comes as President Biden is under growing pressure to withdraw his support for the Israeli leader over the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.  

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Supreme Court blocks controversial Texas immigration law

The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked a controversial immigration law from taking effect in Texas until further notice. Senate Bill 4 would give police the power to detain people suspected of crossing the U.S. southern border without documentation. The new ruling was made moments after a previous block on the law expired. William Denselow reports from Austin, Texas.  

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South Africa

South Africa’s JC Auditors Calls for Proactive Measures to Enhance Road Safety Ahead of Easter Holiday

SA's Independent certification body, JC Auditors, urges proactive measures ahead of the Easter holiday to address road safety challenges. With road fatalities soaring by nearly 40-percent over last year’s Easter weekend, heightened vigilance is imperative. JC Auditors advocates for simple yet impactful safety campaigns in the road transport sector, changing drivers' mindsets and behaviours, as these contribute to over 80-percent of accidents. Managing director Oliver Naidoo says historically the Easter […]

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Namibia

Transparency Concerns Lead to Suspension of National Youth Council Executive Director

Certain members of the representative council of the National Youth Council have voiced demands for transparency from the NYC board after a mid-way halt of an RC meeting in Ondangwa over the weekend. The meeting was abruptly called off due to the failure of NYC's executive director, Calista Schwartz-Gowases, to provide the minutes of the previous RC meeting. Following these grievances and others, Schwartz-Gowases was suspended. This was followed by […]

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Namibia

President Mbumba Affirms Namibia’s Commitment to International Partnerships and Economic Development

President Nangolo Mbumba stated on Friday that the Namibian government will continue to foster stronger partnerships with nations and institutions to enhance skills and expertise within the country. Speaking at the traditional New Year’s greeting to diplomats at State House, Mbumba emphasized the government's commitment to attracting investments in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, and green hydrogen. Earlier that day, Mbumba received letters of credence from new heads of […]

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World

Putin Claims Election Victory

Russian President Vladimir Putin says he'll prioritise military operations in Ukraine after claiming another six-year term in elections. Official results gave him more than 87% of the vote. Western countries say the election was not free or fair and insist voting in Ukrainian territory was illegal. Director of the Russia Programme at Chatham House James Nixey says the result was not in doubt.  

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Gauteng Premier Urges Action Amid Water Crisis Threatening System Collapse

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi voices apprehension regarding the persisting water crisis in parts of the province. Rand Water issues a plea for residents to conserve water as the system faces severe strain, posing a risk of complete collapse. Specifically, water levels in the City of Tshwane plummeted below 30% over the weekend, prompting the urgent closure of water supply to specific reservoirs. Lesufi calls on stakeholders to address the situation […]

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