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News and Current Affairs show that gives insight into political events on the continent and internationally.
Rights Group Warns Xenophobia Is Threatening Migrant Workers in South Africa
The Casual Workers' Advice Office in South Africa says xenophobia against migrant workers is intensifying in the Gauteng Province. Its been more than a month since March and March protested against illegal migrants and CWAO says the situation is still extremely serious. The office says it has recorded a number of related incidents including 112 workers who reported being dismissed, suspended or prevented from working because of work permits, asylum documents, ZEP permits, spousal visas or other immigration documentation. Peter Ndoro spoke to CWAO organiser Andile Nyembezi.
Cybersecurity Expert Warns Africa Must Strengthen Defences Against Evolving Cybercrime
We continue our discussion around INTERPOL’s latest assessment of the cybercrime threat in Africa, looking now at what the findings mean from both a South African and wider African perspective. The report highlights the growing sophistication of criminal networks, online scams, sextortion and the increasing use of technology to target victims. Peter Ndoro spoke to Professor Basie von Solms, Research Professor in Cybersecurity at the University of Johannesburg’s Centre for Cybersecurity.
INTERPOL Warns Organised Cybercrime Networks Are Expanding Across Africa
It’s time now for the Monday edition of The Discourse. Cybercrime is increasingly being driven by organised networks operating across national borders, with scam centres, online fraud and other forms of digital crime affecting countries across Africa. INTERPOL says recent operations have exposed the scale of these networks and resulted in thousands of arrests. Peter Ndoro spoke to Neal Jetton, Director of INTERPOL’s Cybercrime Unit, to discuss how these networks operate and the international effort to disrupt them.
MONUSCO Steps Up Civilian Protection as DRC Faces Worst Ebola Outbreak
As the Democratic Republic of the Congo battles its worst-ever Ebola outbreak, United Nations peacekeepers say they are stepping up efforts to protect civilians from both the disease and ongoing attacks by armed groups. The Force Commander of the UN peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, says troops have increased patrols to secure communities, treatment centres and health workers, while supporting local authorities and the World Health Organization's response. General Ulisses de Mesquita Gomes has been speaking to UN News
SA President Highlights Women's Equality as South Africa Marks Women's Day
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has highlighted the continuing inequalities faced by women, including high unemployment, unequal pay and the burden of unpaid domestic work. He was speaking in Pretoria to thousands of people gathered at the Union Buildings to mark Women's Day and 70 years since the historic Women's March. Ramaphosa also outlined government measures to advance this year's theme, "Empowered Women Empower Nations." Senior Politics Reporter Busi Bopela was there and filed this report...
Businesses Count Cost of Anti-Immigrant Protests as Economic Concerns Mount
As concerns grow over the economic impact of recent protests against undocumented foreign nationals in South Africa , businesses say the disruption extends far beyond local communities. Farmers, restaurants and waste management companies are reporting lower demand, labour shortages and slower production, raising fresh concerns about the implications for regional trade and Africa's long term integration goals. Our economics reporter innocent semosa has more.
Africa Roundup: Political Analyst Unpacks the Continent's Top Headlines
We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the continent. Peter Ndoro spoke to Political Analyst, Mighti Jamie
Africa Roundup: Top Stories and Analysis Shaping the Continent and the World Today
Time now for our daily Africa Roundup. Each morning, just after the six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the continent and 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...
Lesotho Migrant Workers Urge Calm as Anti-Foreigner Protests Escalate in South Africa
The Migrant Workers Association of Lesotho has issued a plea for calm amid ongoing anti-foreigner protests in parts of South Africa, warning that violence against migrant-owned businesses risks repeating painful chapters from southern Africa's past. Authorities in South Africa say more than 178,000 African immigrants have left the country in recent months, spurred by a crackdown on undocumented migration and anti-immigration protests that began in June. The Migrant Workers Association of Lesotho says what may have begun as concerns over compliance with by-laws and immigration regulations had, in many instances, descended into intimidation and mob violence. Peter Ndoro spoke to Lerato Nelson Nkhetse, Executive Director at the Migrant Workers Association of Lesotho
Angola's New Online False Information Law Sparks Press Freedom Concerns
Angola has become the latest African nation to criminalise the spread of false information online - and press freedom groups are warning it could be used to silence critics rather than protect the public. The Law Against False Information on the Internet came into force this month, after being approved by Angola's National Assembly in May and signed into law by President João Lourenço. It allows prison sentences of up to eight years for spreading harmful falsehoods online, hefty fines for individuals and companies, and - unusually - it applies even to foreign-based content aimed at Angolan audiences. The government says it's a necessary tool to fight disinformation and protect national security. Critics, including international press freedom organisations, say its vague definitions and executive-controlled enforcement could easily be turned against independent journalists ahead of Angola's elections next year. Peter Ndoro spoke to Raphael Marques, Angolan investigative journalist
Zimbabwean-born businessman, investor and author, JM Busha reflects on leadership, peace and his vision for Africa's future
This morning on the discourse we meet a man whose career has taken him from the worlds of finance and investment management into politics, publishing and pan-African activism. Zimbabwean-born businessman, investor and author Joseph Makamba Busha, better known as JM Busha, is the founder of the JM Busha Investment Group, the political movement FreeZim Congress, and the pan-African initiative JM Busha 54 Races for Peace and Unity in Africa - a campaign that uses sport, culture, dialogue and civic engagement to promote peace and responsible leadership across the continent. His latest initiatives include the Africa Month Dinner in Johannesburg, which brought together ambassadors, diplomats and policymakers from across Africa and featured former African Union Commission Chairperson Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, as well as a continental Peace Pledge encouraging Africans to commit personally to peace, ethical leadership and social responsibility. Busha is also an author whose books, including Cries for Peace and Justice and My Thoughts: Africa's Future Begins in Our Minds, wrestle with some of Africa's biggest questions - leadership, governance, identity, accountability, democracy and the future of the continent. Peter Ndoro caught up with him recently to find out more about what shaped his worldview, and what kind of Africa does he believe is still possible.
African Arty Beats brings you the latest stories from Africa's arts and entertainment scene
Here's this week's segment of the African Arty Beats.
Africa Stroke Summit calls for urgent action on continent's growing stroke burden
South Africa's Department of Health in collaboration with the World Stroke Organization (WSO) is hosting a two-day World Stroke Summit Africa in Johannesburg as part of ongoing efforts to elevate stroke as a pressing health and development priority across the continent, requiring coordinated national and regional action. According to the World Health Organization, there were over 11 million new cases of strokes globally in 2021, making this condition the third leading cause of death and disability. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to President of the World Stroke Organization Professor Jeyaraj Pandian
Cameroon rejects leadership vacuum claims as President Biya governs from Europe
Cameroon faces a heated debate over an alleged leadership vacuum due to the prolonged, months-long absence of 93-year-old President Paul Biya, who has been staying in Europe since June 7. While the opposition denounces an institutional crisis, the government insists the president is alive, working remotely, and that no power vacuum exists. This week, presideny Biya issued a flurry of routine presidential decrees, including major military leadership reshuffles and financial agreements. We spoke to Prof Elvis Ngolle Ngolle | Member of the central committee of the governing Cameroon People's Democratic Movement (CPDM)
Uganda approves Gaza troop deployment under proposed multinational peacekeeping force
Uganda's parliament has voted to approve the deployment of the country's military to the Gaza Strip. The greenlight has been granted as part of a proposed multinational security force und the U.S. President Donald Trump's ceasefire plan. Uganda's Defence Minister Kiryowa Kiwanuka told parliament that U.S President Trump had contacted Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni to request Kampala's contribution to the International Stabilization Force, which would operate in areas of Gaza not under Israeli control. The decision marks Uganda's first public commitment to a peacekeeping role in the Middle East, expanding on its existing military presence in Somalia, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. We spoke to Godwin Toko, Lawyer and human rights activist at the Agora Centre for Research Uganda
Women's Month renews calls for greater investment in women-led businesses across South Africa
As South Africa marks Women's Month, renewed calls are being made to move beyond symbolic celebrations and tackle the barriers preventing women from fully participating in the economy. At the fourth DLO African Women in Leadership Summit in Johannesburg, business leaders and the United Nations called for greater investment in women-led businesses and stronger action to close the gender gap. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange is there, and filed this report...
Africa50 forum spotlights infrastructure investment to drive sustainable economic growth
Africa's drive to close its infrastructure gap is under the spotlight at the Infra for Africa Forum and the Africa50 General Shareholders Meeting in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The gathering has brought together governments, investors and business leaders to explore how infrastructure investment can be turned into sustainable economic growth across the continent. Blain Herman reports
South Africa backs Rebeca Grynspan's bid to become the UN's first female Secretary-General
South Africa has endorsed Costa Rican diplomat Rebeca Grynspan as its preferred candidate to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations following International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola's remarks that Pretoria will back a candidate from Latin America, in keeping with the UN's tradition of regional rotation, while also supporting the election of the organisation's first female Secretary-General. Lamola made the announcement during a recent media briefing in Pretoria on South Africa's foreign policy priorities and preparations for the upcoming SADC Summit and confirmed Graynspan's visit to South Africa. Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe filed this report….
South African court to rule on Phala Phala farm theft case in November
A South African court is due to deliver judgment in the high-profile Phala Phala farm theft case on 2 November, after the prosecution and defence concluded their closing arguments. Three people are on trial over the alleged theft of 580,000 US dollars in cash from President Cyril Ramaphosa's game farm in February 2020. One of the accused, a former domestic worker at the property, is alleged to have informed the others about money hidden inside a sofa. Nsuku Shiluvana reports.
Study ranks South Africa's entrepreneurship ecosystem among world's weakest, hindering growth
South Africa has no shortage of entrepreneurs, but a weak business support system is holding many of them back. That's according to a new research report by the Stellenbosch Business School, the University of Johannesburg, as well as the Northwest University and the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency, which finds that the country's entrepreneurship ecosystem ranks as the seventh weakest in the world, limiting business growth and job creation. Our reporter, Innocent Semosa, spoke to Professor Natanya Meyer, Acting Chair in Entrepreneurship Education at the University of Johannesburg and co-author of the report.
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