insert_link South Africa Progress Report on Lifestyle Audits of Senior Government Officials Presented to South African Cabinet Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, South Africa's Minister in the Presidency, revealed that the Cabinet has been briefed on the progress of lifestyle audits conducted on senior management service members. As of January last year, 24 national departments and 71 provincial departments had undergone these audits. However, following further interventions, Ntshavheni stated that the number of compliant departments had risen to 36 national government departments and 89 provincial departments by the end of […] todayMarch 15, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Prime Minister Emphasizes Importance of Census Data for Development Planning Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila underscored the vital role of population counts not only in determining the size of Namibia's populace but also in shaping the nation's planning and development strategies. Speaking at the unveiling of the preliminary findings of the 2023 Population and Housing Census, Kuugongelwa-Amadhila emphasized that census data serves as a cornerstone for informed governance. She highlighted how beyond mere numbers, census insights provide invaluable guidance for crafting […] todayMarch 14, 2024 11
insert_link World India’s main opposition party claims has no money to spend ahead of polls The Congress, which is India's largest opposition party, says it has no money to spend on poll preparations. The claim comes weeks ahead of a general election getting underway in the country, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is widely expected to win a record third term. Neha Poonia has more. todayMarch 14, 2024 17
insert_link World China’s top diplomat, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, will visit Australia next week China's top diplomat, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, will visit Australia next week in a sign of a further thaw in relations after years of tensions. It comes as China is reportedly considering removing tariffs on Australian wine, raising hopes that nearly three years of stiff duties would end. Laura Westbrook has more. todayMarch 14, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa African Transformation Movement Denounces Eskom’s Proposed Electricity Tariff Hike The African Transformation Movement has issued a strong condemnation against Eskom's plan to raise electricity tariffs by an average of 15.9 percent annually over the next three years. The party asserts that this decision directly jeopardizes the economic stability and well-being of citizens. While acknowledging Eskom's need for financial sustainability, ATM's spokesperson, Zama Ntshona, argues that burdening already struggling households and businesses with this hike is unjustifiable. Ntshona vehemently opposes […] todayMarch 14, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Water Crisis Intensifies in Okankolo and Eengodi: Residents Face Dire Situation Residents of Okankolo and Eengodi constituencies in the Oshikoto region are already feeling the strain of recurring water shortages. Highlighting the worsening situation, Okankolo constituency councillor Hans Nambondi, expressed concern over the severity of the water crisis. He further warned of the escalating consequences of drought, suggesting that this year's conditions might surpass the severity of last year's crisis. Nambondi said that many people and animals depend on ponds and […] todayMarch 14, 2024 8
insert_link World NYC Mayor defends police actions at migrant centre The mayor of New York City has defended the city's police officers after video emerged of them using a stun gun at a migrant shelter. The New York Police Department came under fire in recent days for their alleged treatment of a man holding a child. Mayor Eric Adams described the officers' actions as "appropriate." Sally Patterson has more. todayMarch 14, 2024 6
insert_link World Tik Tok’s U.S. future to be decided by the Senate, after House moves bill forward The U.S. House has voted to force TikTok to divest from its owner ByteDance, due to its link to the Chinese government, and concerns over national security. But globally the video-sharing app has the largest number of users in the United States -- and a ban could have a big impact on people's lives and livelihoods. Caroline Malone reports. todayMarch 14, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa SA’s Defend Our Democracy Calls for Responsible Engagement in Electoral Process SA's Defend Our Democracy, a civil society group, has urged political parties to refrain from undermining the integrity of the electoral processes and the Independent Electoral Commission. The group, launching its election watch campaign, has expressed concern over certain political parties, notably the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, for making alarming statements, issuing threats, and discrediting the IEC's credibility. Andries Sibanyoni, representing the group, has called on parties to engage in […] todayMarch 14, 2024 8
