insert_link South Africa Uncertain times for South Africa’s foreign policy as country heads for coalition government By Bhaso Ndzendze, University of Johannesburg After South Africa’s 29 May election, the African National Congress has lost the electoral majority it held for 30 years, but remains the party with the highest number of seats in parliament. This makes it a key partner in the formation of a coalition government. For 30 years the ANC had a comfortable majority which allowed it to […] today3 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibia Welcomes Back Security Contingent from Mozambique Mission International Relations and Cooperation minister, Peya Mushelenga, expressed gratitude for the safe return of an 18-member security contingent from the Namibia-SADC mission in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique. The deployment, part of the SADC Mission in Mozambiqu, aimed to combat Islamic insurgents, showcasing Namibia's commitment to regional peace and security. Despite challenges, Mushelenga emphasized the importance of such contributions in upholding Namibia's foreign policy priorities. today23 May, 2024
insert_link World More U.S students walk out of lectures in support of Palestinians Students are continuing to walk out of lectures across the U.S on Wednesday, in support of Palestinians in Gaza. The past week has seen demonstrations on campuses from New York City to California - demanding universities boycott Israel. Sally Patterson reports from Columbia University. today25 April, 2024
insert_link World Ukraine is losing the war and the west faces a stark choice: help now or face a resurgent and aggressive Russia By Stefan Wolff, University of Birmingham and Tetyana Malyarenko, National University Odesa Law Academy Ukraine is now experiencing a level of existential threat comparable only to the situation immediately after the full-scale Russian invasion in February 2022. But in contrast to then, improvements are unlikely – at least not soon. Not only have conditions along the frontline significantly worsened, according to the Ukrainian commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrsky, […] today18 April, 2024
insert_link Oshiwambo Namibia ita popile omakuyunguto pokati koilyolongo. Omunambelewa omukulunhu mouminsitry woikwapondje nelongelokumwe lomakwatafano noilyolongo Penda Naanda okwati, Namibia onghee eli kwa telela ke kanghameno lomilanduveta odo ita di popile omakuyunguto pokati koilyo longo. Naanda edi okwe dipopya onghela pefimbo leenghundafana odo aninga nondjo nghundana yetu eshi ali ta nyamukula kepulo kutya, Namibia yee okwa fikama peni no shiponokela sha ningilwa Israel ku Iran Mexulilo shivike. Okwati miniter woikwapondje nelongelo kumwe Dr Peya Mushelenga, pefimbo ali ta yelifile […] today16 April, 2024
insert_link World IAEA concerned about a nuclear disaster in Ukraine The International Atomic Energy Agency says the world is getting dangerously close to a nuclear accident. The warning comes after several drone attacks on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in southeastern Ukraine. Speaking at the UN Security Council on Monday, Rafael Mariano Grossi, the Director General of the IAEA said everything must be done to minimize the risk of an accident. He says these "reckless attacks" must cease immediately. today16 April, 2024
insert_link World Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel was a strategic miscalculation. Can all-out war now be averted? By Ran Porat, Monash University Close to midnight on April 13, hundreds of military drones were launched from both Iran and Iraq toward Israel. Subsequently, several waves of ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and rockets followed, originating from Iran, Iraq, Yemen and Lebanon – all directed at Israel. This unprecedented multi-front attack on Israel constitutes a de facto declaration of war and marks the first direct assault […] today15 April, 2024
insert_link World The U.S is urging restraint as Israel weighs up how to respond to Iran’s unprecedented attack The U.S is urging restraint as Israel weighs up how to respond to Iran's unprecedented attack. President Joseph Biden has spoken to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and pledged support, but also cautioned against retaliation that could widen the Middle East conflict. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today15 April, 2024
insert_link Africa U.S to announce additional $100 million in aid to respond to Sudan conflict The United States is set to unveil an extra $100 million in aid on Sunday to address the conflict in Sudan, as per a statement reviewed by Reuters. This move by Washington aims to encourage international action ahead of the war's anniversary. According to the statement by Samantha Power, Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development, the additional funding, initially disclosed by Reuters, will be directed towards emergency food […] today15 April, 2024
