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Why should the US be afforded the power to kill?

The US government's argument that it has every right to assassinate anyone, anywhere that it deems a national security risk, even its own citizens, heralds its descent into despotism. One such example is the case of Bilal Abdul Kareem, whose case is before the Court of Appeals. The Trump administration…

7 Dec 2020 10AM 17 min

Webinar: ''Fixing our democracy''

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation hosted a webinar titled “Fixing our Democracy”, tackling capture and corruption to prevent state failure. The panel discussed on what is state failure and how civil society can help prevent it. On line is Ahmed Kathrada Coordnator of Strengthening Democracy Programme, Zaakirah Vadi.

7 Dec 2020 9AM 7 min

Reshaping the value of procurement and post-covid roles

The current environment of reshaping the strategic value of procurement and its post-Covid-19 role has exposed several vulnerabilities. The supply chain is being discussed on all platforms in determining the growth and survival of companies. This was part of the discussion at the just ended Annual Smart Procurement World Indaba,…

7 Dec 2020 9AM 15 min

Book review: ''Six Years with Al Qaeda'' by Stephen McGown

In today's book review, we have a book called “Six Years With Al-Qaeda”, the story of Stephen McGown who in 2011 was held captive by Al-Qaeda while touring Mali. Steve was held in captivity for nearly six years, giving him the unenviable record of Al-Qaeda's longest held surviving prisoner. The…

4 Dec 2020 10AM 22 min

Nelson Mandela declared Covid-19 hotspot

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday evening announced that Nelson Mandela Bay had been declared a coronavirus hotspot due to a spike in Covid-19 infections. Recently there had been evidence of a resurgence in infections in parts of the country, especially in the Estern Cape and Western Cape. On line for…

4 Dec 2020 9AM 5 min

What's in store for South Africa post Covid-19?

The University of Free State hosted a webinar with Thought Leaders about South Africa post Covid-19. We now chat to one of the panelists, Professor Ivan Turok, SARChi Research chair in City Region Economies at University of Free State.

4 Dec 2020 9AM 14 min

High Court suspends Refugee Act

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that certain provisions of the Refugee Act be suspended. This comes after Scalabrini Centre took the Department of Home Affairs to court regarding certain sections of recently changed refugee laws. On line for comment is Sally Gander, Head of Advocacy and Legal Advisor.

4 Dec 2020 8AM 9 min

Israel restrictions harm people with disabilities in Gaza.

Israel's 13 year closure of the Gaza Strip along the with neglect by Hamas authorities, have significantly been challenging on the day to day life of thousands of Palestinians with disabilities. Human Rights Watch (HRW) says episodes of armed conflict have compounded the barriers that people with disabilities face, which…

4 Dec 2020 8AM 7 min

Weekly Middle East Report

In this week's Middle East Report in partnership with the London based Middle East Monitor, we look at the following: -Iran's top nuclear scientist assassinated -Israel's Benny Gantz votes to dissolve parliament as protests against Netanyahu mounts -UN body cuts aid to Yemen. www.MiddleEastMonitor.com Twitter: @MiddleEastMnt On line for comment…

4 Dec 2020 4AM 16 min

How will Iran respond to the killing of its scientist?

The Iranian authorities have promised to exact harsh revenge after top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was assassinated near Tehran. Fakhrizadeh, head of the research and innovation organisation in Iran's defence ministry, had long been suspected by Western and Israeli intelligence of leading the nation's military nuclear program unit until it…

4 Dec 2020 4AM 14 min

Weekly Africa Report

In this week's Africa report, we look at the following: -Southern African leaders meet in Botswana to discuss regional action for Mozambique unrest. -Bob Wine suspends election camapign in Uganda over violence -More than 100 killed in Nigerian massacre. On line for comment is political science lecturer at Chrizmma University…

2 Dec 2020 9AM 10 min

National Coronavirus Command Council recommends for night curfew

The National Coronavirus Command Council have met Tuesday and recommended that areas deemed Covid-19 hotspots be placed under curfew between 10pm and 04.00 am. Reports indicate that there would be regionalised restrictions in place to curb the spread of the virus as people begin to travel during holiday season. We…

2 Dec 2020 9AM 12 min

Who are the Guardians of Madina?

Earlier this month, Shaykh Agha Ali Yaseen, one of the last four remaining Guardians (Aghwats) whose job is to take care of the Masjid al Nabawi and the burial chamber of Profhet Muhammed (PBUP) has passed away in Madina. For centuries the tomb has been watched over by this group…

30 Nov 2020 10AM 13 min

What has the pandemic taught us about GBV?

The 16 days of Activism period, initiated bt the first Women's Global Leadership Institute in 1991, sees countries ariund the globe staging anti-abuse campaigns from 25 November (International Day for the Elimanation of Violence against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day) But does the restricting of efforst to a…

30 Nov 2020 9AM 9 min

International Day in Solidarity with Palestine

The South African government and the rest of international community have observed the 43rd United Nations (UN) International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian people. The day was mandated by UN General Assembly resolution 32/40 B of 1977. On lien for comment is Palestine4Africa spokesperson, Muhammed Desai.

30 Nov 2020 9AM 11 min

Book Review: Inside the Belly of Beast

In this week's book review, we have a book titled “Inside the belly of the Beast”, the real Bosasa by Angelo Agrizzi. In this astonishing corruption memoir, former Bosasa chief operating officer and whistleblower, Angelo Agrizzi rips open the legacy of secrecy, exposing two decades of untold greed, politicking, corruption,…

27 Nov 2020 10AM 22 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our weekly media hit parade where we look at stories hitting the numbers, and on line is Acumen Media Director, Tonya Khoury.

27 Nov 2020 9AM 11 min

Ramaphosa faces biggest test in confidence vote

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to face the first motion of no confidence in his leadership in parliament next week. The motion was filed by African Transformation Movement (ATM0 earlier this year. Speaker Thandi Modise has agreed for the motion to be held next Thursday, but has rejected the ATM's…

27 Nov 2020 9AM 10 min

Diego Maradona dies

Diego Maradona, an Agentinian hero and a global phenomenon has died. Born in 1960 and raised in a shantytown on the outskirts of the Agentinian capital Buenos Aires, Maradona became a national hero and global football superstar. After retiring from football, he was visible politically and in entertainment. We now…

27 Nov 2020 4AM 15 min

ConCourt hears CR17 election campaign funding

The Constitutional Court has heard arguments on whether president Cyril Ramaphosa mislead parliament in relation to the donations made to his CR17 campaign. The Public Protector wants the court to review an earlier judgement made by the High court in March, which set aside the decision to investigate and report…

27 Nov 2020 4AM 14 min