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Africa has reported 14,669 lab-confirmed Mpox cases and 55 deaths in 2024, according to Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa. In a statement, Moeti said Africa is seeing positive signs of containment, but emphasized challenges persist, and vigilance is still needed. Dr. Moeti noted that since October 2024, the Republic of Congo, Gabon, […]
The Electoral Commission of Namibia has officially released the final results of the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections. The ruling SWAPO party has secured 51 out of 96 seats in the National Assembly, while the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) claimed 20 seats. In the presidential race, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah from SWAPO won decisively, obtaining […]
President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has congratulated president elect Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah for her victory in the presidential elections. In a statement released this afternoon, President Mnangagwa congratulated Ndaitwah stating that her victory is historical as she is the first female president of Namibia. Ndaitwah continues the reign of the South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) […]
As part of efforts to tackle the current biting economic challenges facing Malawi, the country’s youths have teamed up to form their own political movement, the National Youth Alliance (NYA). The newly formed political party plans to field a presidential candidate from its members in the upcoming September 2025 general elections. According to NYA National […]
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe – A local conservation club is empowering young minds to become champions of wildlife conservation in Zimbabwe. The Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust Conservation, a non-governmental organization, is actively engaging primary school students in educational programs aimed at fostering a deep appreciation for the natural world. The organization rescues and rehabilitates injured and […]
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe – Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner, operator, and investor, has announced the grand opening of the Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel. This marks the debut of both Minor Hotels and Anantara Hotels & Resorts in Zimbabwe. Set to open its doors on December 1st, 2024, the hotel is […]
Hundreds of people gathered in Victoria Falls today to take part in the Mayor’s Cheer Fund Sponsored Walk, covering a distance of 50km. The event, themed ‘Walk Green, Walk Clean’, aimed to promote environmental conservation and cleanliness in the city and raise funds for underprivileged community members. The walk commenced at around 5 a.m. at […]
Australia has passed legislation banning children under 16 from using social media, introducing the world’s toughest restrictions on platform access according to reports from BBC. The law, set to take effect within 12 months, will fine tech companies up to A$50 million ($32.5 million) for non-compliance. The ban targets platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, […]
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has deployed an Electoral Observation Mission to Namibia to monitor the upcoming elections. In a statement issued today, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of Tanzania and Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defense, and Security Cooperation, confirmed that the team will oversee the pre-election phase, polling day, and […]
Zimbabwe joins the global community in commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women today. This annual observance aims to raise awareness about the violence faced by women and is part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, which runs from today until 10 December. According to a 2023 United […]
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