GENERAL healthcare across Namibia is poised for a major improvement following the launch of a project by Fujifilm South Africa and medical distributor, Uni Medical Supplies. They have commissioned Fujifilm’s state-of-the-art Synapse Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) platforms. This is the largest deployment of its kind in Namibia, with… Continue reading Namibia Health Sector In Major Tech Transformation
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Mama Sally Motlana – A Life Well Lived
While working on the first edition of my first book, The Eyes That Lit Our Lives, I put together a list of people I thought were vital in helping me to bring the story of a man whose Eyes had Lit Our Lives, Steve Bantu Biko. In the list, there were colleagues who were within… Continue reading Mama Sally Motlana – A Life Well Lived
SA Court Rules Against Termination Of Zimbabweans’ Permits
THE ruling by South African courts against the termination of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permits (ZEPs) is a victory for Zimbabweans staying legally in the neighbouring country and a setback for the host country’s Home Affairs department. The High Court on Wednesday ruled the decision by Minister Aaron Motsoaledi as “unlawful, unconstitutional and invalid.” The court… Continue reading SA Court Rules Against Termination Of Zimbabweans’ Permits
Xi Focus-Explainer: Key Messages From Xi’s Meeting With Blinken
BEIJING, June 21 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping met with U.S. Secretary ofState Antony Blinken at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Monday.The meeting took place at a critical time for China-U.S. relations and was closelywatched by the world. What key messages did the meeting convey? A look at Xi’s remarks… Continue reading Xi Focus-Explainer: Key Messages From Xi’s Meeting With Blinken
Xi Story: Spirit Of Ancient Poet Resonates In Modern China
BEIJING, June 22 (Xinhua) — China on Thursday celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival, aday dedicated to commemorating Qu Yuan, whose legacy of patriotism andperseverance has influenced the country and its people for thousands of years. Qu was a loyal statesman and a patriotic poet in Chu, a major state in the Warring States Period (475… Continue reading Xi Story: Spirit Of Ancient Poet Resonates In Modern China
Limpopo Premier Mourns As Wife Passes On
Limpopo Premier Stan Mathabatha is mourning the sudden passing of his wife, Maggie Mathabatha, who fell ill for a short time. The death has deeply impacted Mathabatha’s political party, the African National Congress (ANC), which has expressed its condolences to the mourning family. “The ANC Limpopo is profoundly saddened by the passing on of Comrade… Continue reading Limpopo Premier Mourns As Wife Passes On
Newly Qualified Nurses Cry Betrayal As Mpumalanga Department of Health Fails To Offer Jobs
Newly qualified nurses in Mpumalanga have accused the provincial Department of Health of betrayal after it emerged that they would no longer be offered jobs after completing their training. They said they were frustrated and furious after the department disclosed the unpleasant news during the Public Health Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Chamber (PHSDSBC) meeting recently… Continue reading Newly Qualified Nurses Cry Betrayal As Mpumalanga Department of Health Fails To Offer Jobs
Panic Prevails as Mugabe’s Protege Enters Zim’s Presidential Elections Race
THE emergence of a leading figure in the faction of the now-late former president, Robert Mugabe, to contest against his successor and incumbent, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has sent the ruling party into panic mode ahead of the August 23 general elections. Saviour Kasukuwere (53), a former cabinet colleague of Mnangagwa under Mugabe, has by throwing… Continue reading Panic Prevails as Mugabe’s Protege Enters Zim’s Presidential Elections Race
Load Shedding Slows Migration To Cashless Payments
BUSINESS should plan for cash being a significant part of their payments mix for longer than anticipated as South Africa’s load-shedding crisis slows down migration towards cashless payments. This is according to an executive as Africa’s most diversified economy endures its worst power crisis in living memory. Jason Coussens, Currency Management Business Unit Manager at… Continue reading Load Shedding Slows Migration To Cashless Payments
Durban July Set To Inject Millions Into Ethekwini Economy
THE Durban July Experience is forecast to inject R130 million (US$7,2 million) to the economy of Ethekwini. The event will attract up to 48 000 attendees, amassing R65 million in direct spending and creating 1 500 jobs. eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda disclosed the figures ahead of the event set for this weekend. The mayor reassured… Continue reading Durban July Set To Inject Millions Into Ethekwini Economy