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US Midterm Elections: Democrats Seize Control of Congress in Sweeping Rebuke of Trump's Presidency
American voters have delivered a sweeping rebuke to President Donald Trump, handing Democrats control of both houses of Congress in a midterm election that has redrawn the political map in a fundamental way. Republican strongholds from Texas to Kansas have fallen, as anger over the high cost of living and the war with Iran helped drive Democratic victories. Trump now faces a Congress empowered to investigate his administration, block his nominees and challenge his agenda during his final two years in office. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports from New York.
South Africa's Local Elections Put Service Delivery and Infrastructure Accountability in the Spotlight
Millions of South Africans casts their votes in a local government elections yesterday, electing leaders that would shape the country's local government for the next five years. These would be the political representatives responsible for delivering services such as water, road infrastructure, and electricity at local government. Citizens went into this election seeking accountability, good governance, and a better local infrastructure, a conversation that would be at the centre of focus at the conference of the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions, next week. The two day summit to be held in Johannesburg, is expected to host 600 industry leaders, government officials, and decision makers in the construction sector. To discuss this further we are now joined by Sharon Shunugam, President at the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions
Western Sahara Woman Born in Exile Hopes to See Her Homeland for the First Time After 51 Years
A 51-year-old woman who fled Western Sahara as a baby says she hopes to see her homeland for the first time. Binina Mohamed has spent her entire life in exile in neighbouring Algeria. Her story comes as the decades-long dispute over Western Sahara returns to the spotlight following a United Nations Security Council disagreement over the future of the territory's peacekeeping mission
South Africa Local Elections: ANC Leads Early Results as IEC Cautions Against Premature Conclusions
Preliminary results from yesterday's local government elections in South Africa, show that the African National Congress has secured six seats, five in the Northern Cape and one in Mpumalanga provinces. Also in the Northern Cape, the Patriotic Alliance has secured 2 seats and the DA one. Action SA has secured a seat in Laingsburg in the Western Cape. The IEC has cautioned that these remain very early results and that the electoral landscape could change significantly as more voting districts are processed through the night. For more on this, we are joined on the line by Dr Jabu Mtsweni, he is the Executive Cluster Manager at the CSIR NextGen Enterprises and Institutions cluster and a chief researcher
Malawi Law Society Challenges Mutharika's Directive to Postpone Parliament as Unconstitutional
The Malawi Law Society says President Peter Mutharika's directive to postpone Parliament was unconstitutional. The Law Society says the president does not have powers to postpone the sitting of the National Assembly. This after President Mutharika- who only returned to the country last week, following a long private stay in South Africa, directed the Speaker of parliament Sameer Suleman to defer the fourth meeting of the 52nd session until next year. The sitting was originally scheduled for November 9 this year. The country's Law Society says the constitution only grants the head of state the authority to summon or prorogue parliament.To discuss this further we are now joined by the President of the Malawi Law Society, Davis Njobvu
MSF Warns Restrictions in DR Congo's North Kivu Are Blocking Sexual Violence Survivors From Care
Doctors Without Borders, also known by its French name Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), is raising concern about restrictions imposed by the de facto authorities in North Kivu province, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The organisation says the measures are making it increasingly difficult for survivors of sexual violence to access essential medical care, with growing concerns about patient confidentiality and the safety of those seeking help. MSF is calling on the authorities to remove these barriers and guarantee survivors safe access to medical services. Joining us live is Akke Boere, Director of Operations at MSF. Akke, thank you for joining us.
Mugabe son in Zimbabwean court following arrest in called involvement in alleged smuggling of two luxury vehicles
INTRO: Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the son of Zimbabwe's late former president Robert Mugabe, is expected to appear in the Harare Magistrate's Court this morning following his arrest in connection with an assault case. Zimbabwean media reports indicate that Mugabe was apprehended along with others during a probe into the alleged smuggling of two luxury vehicles into that country. For more on this, we are joined on the line by Channel Africa's Correspondent in Zimbabwe, John Cassim
Early election results hint at shifting voter support and a possible rise in coalition politics across SA.
Preliminary results from yesterday's local government elections in South Africa, show that the African National Congress has secured six seats, five in the Northern Cape and one in Mpumalanga provinces. Also in the Northern Cape, the Patriotic Alliance has secured 2 seats and the DA one. Action SA has secured a seat in Laingsburg in the Western Cape. The IEC has cautioned that these remain very early results and that the electoral landscape could change significantly as more voting districts are processed through the night. For more on this, we spoke to Dr Jabu Mtsweni, he is the Executive Cluster Manager at the CSIR NextGen Enterprises and Institutions cluster and a chief researcher
WHO: Climate action could save 1.6 million lives yearly and deliver $24 for every dollar invested.
Climate change is increasingly recognised as a major threat to human health. But a new World Health Organization report says investing in measures to protect people from its effects could also deliver substantial economic benefits. The report estimates that six priority actions could save around 1.6 million lives every year, prevent 17 billion tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions and generate trillions of dollars in economic and fiscal benefits. It also estimates that every dollar invested could deliver 24 dollars in benefits. For more on the findings and what they mean for governments, we're joined from Geneva by Dr Frank Pega, the World Health Organization's Technical Officer for Climate and Health Economics and lead author of the report. Good morning, Dr Pega.
One Young World Summit brings over 2,200 young leaders to Cape Town to drive global change and progress
Young leaders from across the globe have gathered in Cape Town in South Africa for the One Young World Summit. The international gathering has brought more than 2 200 participants aged 18 to 35 from over 190 countries to the Mother City for three days of discussions on some of the world's most urgent challenges. The summit will put youth leadership, social change and economic progress in the spotlight, with Cape Town providing the setting for conversations that extend far beyond South Africa's border. We spoke to Ella Robertson McKay, Managing Director of One Young World
Sakeliga warns AGOA loss may have limited economic impact but risks worsening South Africa-US trade relations.
South Africa's impending loss of preferential access to the United States market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has drawn mixed reactions from the business community. Business organisation Sakeliga says while the move could affect some export-dependent industries, its overall impact on the South African economy may be less severe than widely anticipated. However, it warns that the development could signal further deterioration in trade relations between South Africa and the United States. Channel Africa's Innocent Semosa reports...
El Niño and global warming fuel rising temperatures in Southern Africa, with impacts expected to intensify.
South African meteorologist Professor Mary-Jane Bopape says the full impact of the current El Niño phenomenon in Southern Africa is expected to become clearer over the next three months. She says the high temperatures currently affecting the region are linked to both El Niño and global warming. Bopape, from the University of South Africa, was speaking at a three-day training workshop in Johannesburg focused on reporting extreme heat in Southern Africa. Sisi Segalo reports...
West Africa in focus: Political developments, regional tensions and key stories shaping the region.
We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the West Africa region. we speak to Dr David Matsanga, Political Scientist and Conflict Resolution Analyst
Democrats capture both chambers of US Congress in midterms, dealing Trump a major blow and shifting Washington’s political landscape.
Democrats have won the US Midterm elections by getting majorities in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The party has made significant enroads into Republican territory, delivering a major political setback for President Donald Trump. The results will reshape the balance of power in Washington for the remaining two years of Trump's presidency. Responding to the results in his social media platform, Trump said he will veto Democrats proposals. Voters say when elected in 2024 Trump promised to arrest high inflation, but they say his tariffs on foreign goods and war against Iran have only worsened the economic situation for many Americans. Voters also expressed widespread concern over government corruption. We spoke to Former US diplomat and Political Analyst, Brooks Spector
US Democrats seize control of Congress in midterms, dealing Trump a major political setback.
Democrats have won the US Midterm elections by getting majorities in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The party has made significant enroads into Republican territory, delivering a major political setback for President Donald Trump. The results will reshape the balance of power in Washington for the remaining two years of Trump's presidency. Responding to the results in his social media platform, Trump said he will veto Democrats proposals. Voters say when elected in 2024 Trump promised to arrest high inflation, but they say his tariffs on foreign goods and war against Iran have only worsened the economic situation for many Americans. Voters also expressed widespread concern over government corruption. We spoke to Geopolitical Analyst, Aaron Nga'mbi
100 characters or fewer South Africans head to the polls as 29 million voters cast ballots in local government elections.
South Africans head to the polls this morning to vote in a local government election. 29 million registered voters are expected to cast their vote across the country's 8 metropolitan cities, 205 local regions, and 44 district councils. The voting stations have just opened - seven o'clock local time. We now cross to Channel Africa reporter stationed at the in the township of Soweto, Nhlanhla Mahlangu
South Africans vote in local government elections, with 29 million registered voters heading to the polls across the country’s 257 municipalities.
South Africans head to the polls this morning to vote in a local government election. 29 million registered voters are expected to cast their vote across the country's 8 metropolitan cities, 205 local regions, and 44 district councils. The voting stations have just opened - seven o'clock local time. We now cross to Channel Africa reporter stationed at the Independent Electoral Commission National Results Operations Centre, Micheal Mbewe
Daily Africa Roundup: Your essential update on the stories shaping Africa and the world.
Time now for our daily Africa RoundUP. Each morning, just after six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context -helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead.
AGOA review puts South Africa-US trade ties to the test, with jobs, exports and Africa's economic interests at stake
On the Discourse this morning, we turn our attention to South Africa's trade relationship with the United States. This as the partnership faces a critical test with Washington reviewing the Pretoria's eligibility for the African Growth and Opportunity Act, or AGOA. The programme has provided South African exporters with preferential access to the American market, supporting key industries, businesses and jobs. With diplomatic and trade relations between Pretoria and Washington under pressure, the government faces the challenge of protecting these economic gains while advancing South Africa's national interests. We spoke to spokesperson for South Africa's Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Kaamil Alli
WHO hopes DRC’s TUMANI vaccine trials will help accelerate the fight against the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organisation says it hopes the TUMANI vaccine trials currently underway in the Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC will be able to respond to the urgent scientific questions regarding the current outbreak of the ebola caused by the Bundibugyo virus disease. TUMANI, which means hope in Swahili, is a clinical trial, designed so that several vaccine candidates could be evaluated within one research framework, using a ring-vaccination approach involving contacts of people with confirmed disease. The trials are led by the government of the DRC, integrated into the outbreak response and managed by the Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale, the national public health and biomedical research institute. Thuto Ngobeni has more...
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