Nairobi: The National Research Fund (NRF) is advocating for the Kenyan government to significantly increase its budget allocation for research and development. NRF Chairman Ratemo Michieka stated that currently, the fund only receives 2% of the GDP, wh…
CAPE TOWN – The standing and select committees on appropriations, led by chairpersons Mr. Sfiso Buthelezi and Ms. Dikeledi Mahlangu, are calling for public submissions on the 2023 Eskom Debt Relief Amendment Bill. This invitation follows the tabling of…
Africa – A new report from BlackRock, the asset management firm, reveals that companies with gender diversity at all levels tend to outperform their less diverse counterparts. According to World Economic Forum, this finding underscores the importance o…
CAPE TOWN – The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services has completed its interview process for filling six vacancies at the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC). According to Parliament of South Africa, Committee Chairperson …
Michiru Forest Reserve, an iconic forest in southern Malawi, is on the brink of destruction, mirroring a broader crisis of deforestation and environmental degradation across Africa. Established in 1970 and spanning 3,004 hectares, Michiru Forest is a v…
CAPE TOWN – The Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities has endorsed the National Youth Development Agency Amendment (NYDAA) Bill. The committee, following a thorough review process, voted in favor of the bill’s desirability …
Banwa – In the Banwa region, teachers have demonstrated remarkable determination and resilience in the face of significant challenges, including overcrowded classrooms with as many as 500 students per class. This situation arises as the region awaits t…
MOGADISHU – The Banaadir Regional Court in Mogadishu has commenced hearings against several former government officials charged with embezzlement of public funds. According to Somali National News Agency, the cases involve significant amounts allegedly…
Kisii: Governor Simba Arati has called on the newly appointed members of the Kisii County Public Service Board to prioritize enhancing public service delivery. This directive was given during the swearing-in ceremony of the board’s chairperson and five…
BAARDHEERE – The Somali National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has delivered six tons of humanitarian aid to Baardheere, a district in the Gedo region heavily impacted by the Jubba River floods. According to Somali National News Agency, the aid, i…