UN chief pays tribute to late President Hage Geingob

UN chief pays tribute to late President Hage Geingob

United Nations Secretary-General has paid tribute to late President Hage Geingob during the Wednesday of the UN General Assembly’s 55th plenary meeting’s 78th session. The 82-year-old died in hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning, weeks after he was diagnosed with cancer. Antonio Guterres called Geingob a respected and principled statesman who dedicated his life to serving and developing his country. The UN chief called Geingob a prominent anti-apartheid […]

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World

António Guterres sets up review of UNWRA

United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has appointed an independent review group to assess the UN Relief and Works Agency in Gaza. This follows accusations that at least 12 staff members of the agency were involved in Hamas’s deadly attack on Israel last year.

February 6, 2024 15

South Africa

ANC to Pursue Disciplinary Action Against Zuma Despite Non-Response

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula asserts the party's commitment to pursue disciplinary action against former president Jacob Zuma, even if he doesn't respond to the suspension. Zuma's membership was suspended on Monday for violating the ANC's constitution through his involvement in the uMkonto we Sizwe Party. Mbalula emphasizes the party's dedication to upholding discipline and preserving the ANC's constitutional framework.

February 2, 2024 3

World

UN Secretary General condemns ‘collective punishment’ of Palestinians

UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres has expressed deep concern about the "unprecedented" level of civilian casualties and the "catastrophic" humanitarian conditions in Gaza. Guterres was addressing reporters in New York on Monday, where he once again called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the enclave. Jody Jacobs reports from New York.

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