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NUMSA Declares Deadlock in Automotive Industry and Confronts Retrenchments at Ford, Aspen, and ArcelorMittal
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has declared a deadlock in wage negotiations with employers in the Automotive Industry and has warned of possible strike action if employers do not improve their offer. The union also raised concerns about ongoing retrenchments at Ford, Aspen, and ArcelorMittal South Africa, as well as unethical… Continue reading NUMSA Declares Deadlock in Automotive Industry and Confronts Retrenchments at Ford, Aspen, and ArcelorMittal
Proteas Women to Face India in World Cup Final
A new Women’s Cricket World Cup winner will be crowned on Sunday after the two finalists were confirmed for the 50-over showcase, reports the International Cricket Council (ICC). India’s stunning victory over Australia in Navi Mumbai on Thursday means the two teams that will battle it out in the final of the ICC Women’s Cricket… Continue reading Proteas Women to Face India in World Cup Final
EFF Joins Africa in Marking Food and Nutrition Security Day, Calls for Land Reform and Self-Reliance
African countries this week joined hands to commemorate Africa Day of Food and Nutrition Security, which is observed every year on 30 October. The day is meant to raise awareness on the importance of food and nutrition security across the continent and to reflect on progress made in ensuring that every African has access to… Continue reading EFF Joins Africa in Marking Food and Nutrition Security Day, Calls for Land Reform and Self-Reliance
Amajimbos World Cup Squad Finally Announced
The South African Under-17 men’s national team will depart for Qatar today ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The South African Football Association (SAFA) finally released the squad on Wednesday night, with just four days before their first match. Vela Khumalo’s team is in Group A and will face Bolivia (3 November), hosts Qatar (6… Continue reading Amajimbos World Cup Squad Finally Announced
Uganda Imports Chinese Hybrid Goats to Help to Improve its Goat Meat Production
If there’s one meat dish Ugandan people really enjoy, that’s goat meat. Across the country in restaurants, bars and clubs, the aroma of roasted goat meat wafts enticingly, attracting people at all hours of the day and night. “In Kampala City, over 1,000 goats are consumed every day. Farmers in Uganda cannot supply enough goats.… Continue reading Uganda Imports Chinese Hybrid Goats to Help to Improve its Goat Meat Production
Proteas Prove Too Strong for England to Reach Historic Final
The Proteas Women recorded a 125-run victory over England on Wednesday to reach their first-ever Cricket World Cup final. South Africa booked their place in the World Cup 2025 final with a massive 125-run victory over England at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati, India, on Wednesday. The Proteas scripted history in Guwahati to reach their… Continue reading Proteas Prove Too Strong for England to Reach Historic Final
Xi Jinping’s Vision for an Open, Inclusive Asia-Pacific
BEIJING, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) — Amid mounting trade shocks and heightened geopolitical uncertainties, Chinese President Xi Jinping will join leaders from APEC economies in South Korea in the coming days, in a bid to build consensus for shared prosperity and reaffirm China’s commitment to open, inclusive economic globalization. The International Monetary Fund has projected that… Continue reading Xi Jinping’s Vision for an Open, Inclusive Asia-Pacific
Unisa Reports Strong Performance a Year After Administration Attempt Blocked
The University of South Africa (Unisa) says its academic and institutional performance has continued to improve a year after a failed attempt to place the institution under administration. Monday, 27 October 2025, marked just over a year since the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria stopped the then Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation… Continue reading Unisa Reports Strong Performance a Year After Administration Attempt Blocked
Lula da Silva: Brazil to Support Malaysia’s Accession to BRICS
Brazil is ready to support Malaysia’s possible accession to BRICS as a full member. This was stated by the President of the Republic, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, during a press conference following his visit to Kuala Lumpur, reports Brasil 247, a TV BRICS partner. In turn, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, expressed… Continue reading Lula da Silva: Brazil to Support Malaysia’s Accession to BRICS