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

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South Africa

ANC has reinforced its commitment to an inclusive democracy

  In S.A, the ANC has reinforced its commitment to an inclusive democracy in its submission to the electoral systems panel, supporting the current proportional representation system. The party says this model has ensured fair representation of diverse groups, including women, youth, people with disabilities and LGBTQI-plus communities. Addressing the media, ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula, the party pledges to prioritise accountability and transparency in any changes, aiming to uphold […]

todayNovember 8, 2024 12

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Business / Economics

Development Bank of Namibia and One Economy Foundation sign deal

The Development Bank of Namibia and the One Economy Foundation have signed a partnership to promote sustainable economic growth, youth empowerment, and community development. The collaboration focuses on mentorship, capacity building, and enterprise development, with a special emphasis on supporting youth, women, and rural entrepreneurs. Development Bank of Namibia CEO, John Steytler.  

todayOctober 23, 2024 19

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Africa

Girls more susceptible to Mpox sub-variant

A study has shown that girls and young women may be more vulnerable to a sub-variant of the mpox virus, which has spread from the Democratic Republic of Congo to nearby countries. Research published in Eurosurveillance reveals that among 154 confirmed cases in Burundi between 3 July and 9 September 2024, the median age was 9.5 years. According to Bloomberg, the average age for infected girls was six, while for […]

todayOctober 22, 2024 8

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South Africa

Minister Chikunga Advocates for Stronger Family Structures to Combat Gender-Based Violence in South Africa

Minister in the South Africa's Presidency for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, is calling for the reconstruction and strengthening of the family structure to end gender-based violence and femicide. On Sunday, five family members, including two young children, lost their lives in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal. Subsequently, another mass shooting took place in Orange Farm, Gauteng, where seven people were shot dead. The department’s spokesperson, Cassius Selala, says South […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 16

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Namibia

MVA Fund records youth account for 55% of road accident injuries

The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund has revealed that young people aged 18 to 35 were disproportionately affected by motor vehicle accidents, constituting 55% of total injuries recorded during the first nine months of 2024. MVA Fund CEO, Rosalia Martins-Hausiku, in a media release issued Wednesday, said that the youth further accounted for 50% of total fatalities recorded during the same period. Martins-Hausiku said that 1,888 young people were injured in […]

todaySeptember 12, 2024 37 2

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Namibia

Project HOPE Namibia launches USD60 million ANAPA Project in Malawi to tackle HIV crisis among young adults and children

        Namibia in Malawi (PHN-MA) proudly announces the recent official launch of the Ana ndi Achinyamata Patsogolo – ANAPA (Children and Youth First) initiative in response to the ongoing challenges posed by HIV among young adults and children in the country. The HIV epidemic in Malawi presents a significant challenge, particularly impacting vulnerable groups such as children, adolescents, and young women. Despite progress towards UNAIDS goals fueled […]

todayJune 14, 2024 377

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Namibia

World No Tobacco Day Event to Target Youth in Tsumeb

  The national World No Tobacco Day event will be in Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, on May 31, 2024. This day, initiated by the World Health Organization in 1987, aims to raise awareness of tobacco's health risks and advocate for anti-smoking policies. This year's theme, 'Protecting children from tobacco industry interference,' emphasizes shielding youth from tobacco industry influence. Tsumeb was chosen for its multicultural population and high youth smoking rates. John […]

todayMay 22, 2024 21

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World

Social media seen as more influential than voting booths among young Hungarians

Young Hungarians are showing a lack of interest in voting in the EU elections in June. That's according to a recent EU Commission survey. Separately, a new Eurobarometer survey has found that 70% of Hungarians say they are likely to vote in the June European Parliament elections. Altogether 65% of Hungarians say they are interested in voting on June 9, which is 15% more than those who said so ahead of the […]

todayMay 15, 2024 19

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