Author: Anjianjei Constantine

The re-election of Donald Trump as head of the United States of America is heating up the debate on the domination of the world’s leading power over the rest of the world. As a result, Africa is questioning its position vis-à-vis the global ogre. Back to business. After his first term (2016-2020), Donald Trump is back in the White House. The arch-billionaire businessman thus becomes the 47th President of Uncle Sam’s country. The Republican’s victory over the Democrat, Kamala Harris, on 6 November 2024 was unambiguous. She acknowledged the defeat in a democratic posture. The result of this election is…

The newly appointed African National Congress (ANC) leadership in KwaZulu-Natal is set to unveil its programmes to expedite the audit of its branches across the province on Wednesday.Led by former ANC national policy head Jeff Radebe as convener (chairperson) and former Economic Development MEC Mike Mabuyakhulu as coordinator (secretary), the 67-member expanded provincial executive committee held its first meeting on Monday.- Advertisement – ANC KZN Leadership To Outline Programme Of Action And Accelerate Branch AuditYOU MAY ALSO LIKE:ANC Considers Seeking Budget Support Amid VAT Standoff From EFFWhile media access was limited to a brief photo opportunity, sources indicate that the…

The post-Covid-19 period has been tough on all the world’s economies. Developed countries have had to adapt their strategies to keep their heads above water. One of these strategies has been the inclusion of immigration, but not just any immigration! While there were already well-known programmes such as the American Lottery (Green Card) or the skilled worker programme in Canada, commonly known as selective immigration, several programmes aimed at strengthening the workforce in various American and European countries have been set up to the great delight of some who see their dreams come true through this channel. While selective immigration,…

Experts have warned that the African National Congress (ANC) Value Added Tax (VAT) push threatens the stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU). This follows Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s setting to table the much-anticipated 12 March budget.While the Democratic Alliance (DA) has called for substantial government spending cuts to prioritise job creation programmes instead of increasing VAT.- Advertisement – Experts Warns That ANC’s VAT Hike Push, Threatens Stability Of GNU“The ANC’s determination to push through this tax hike, despite opposition from its GNU partners – the DA, IFP, Freedom Front Plus, UDM, PAC, Patriotic Alliance, Al Jama-ah, Good Party, and…

Five countries in Southern Africa held general elections in 2024, but the most striking thing were the poll results where incumbents lost massively against the opposition for various reasons. Is this a new era where liberation movements time is up? The elections were held in South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana, Mauritius and Namibia. In Botswana and Mauritius, the opposition won convincingly, while in South Africa the ANC lost its majority for the first time in 30 years post-independence and was forced to form a coalition government. By the time of writing this, Namibians were voting and for the first time the…

Experts have warned that the African National Congress (ANC) Value Added Tax (VAT) push threatens the stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU). This follows Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s setting to table the much-anticipated 12 March budget.While the Democratic Alliance (DA) has called for substantial government spending cuts to prioritise job creation programmes instead of increasing VAT.- Advertisement – Experts Warns That ANC’s VAT Hike Push, Threatens Stability Of GNU“The ANC’s determination to push through this tax hike, despite opposition from its GNU partners – the DA, IFP, Freedom Front Plus, UDM, PAC, Patriotic Alliance, Al Jama-ah, Good Party, and…

There are increasingly persistent rumours that the current President of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, is unlikely to stand for a fourth term. This could happen if he withdraws. The announcement is not yet official. But rumours about the possible withdrawal of the current Ivorian head of state, Alassane Ouattara, are coming from all sides, and especially from the political camps. Normally, by this time in the run-up to an election, the head of state has already opened the floodgates to explain his candidacy to his supporters and to all Ivorians. All sections of the Ivorian population, his government and his…

A protean personality, Mohamed Aziza, writer, poet and man of action, author of some twenty books, is celebrating the fifteenth anniversary of the Med 21 Programme. You’ve just finished writing your memoirs, retracing your long and eclectic career. How did you go about capturing the experience of a lifetime? I hesitated for a long time before embarking on the perilous exercise of writing a memoir. Indeed, it seemed to me that these introspective plunges were reserved for women and men who, in different ways and in different fields, had influenced the course of their country’s history or marked a significant milestone…

Household energy saving tips Geyser Switch off at 17:00 and back on again at 21:00 (5pm to 9pm) Reduce thermostat to 60 degrees Insulate geyser and water pipes Lighting Switch off all unnecessary lights Shower Shower rather than bath –less hot water is used. Install an energy efficient shower head Climate control Minimise use of air conditioners by first opening windows to allow cool air to circulate Set air-conditioners’ average cooling temperature to around 23°C Pool pumps Switch off the pool pump between 17:00 and 21:00 Reduce the operating time to limit water circulation to twice a day   Vampire…

Basic literacy, numeracy, and transferable skills that are the building blocks for a life of learning – foundational learning – are in urgent need of attention in Africa. writes Lennox Yieke. Access to education in Africa has steadily improved over the past two decades, with more girls attending school and a higher number of students enrolling in tertiary education than ever before. According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), school completion rates between 2000 and 2022 have risen from 52% to 69% in primary education, 35% to 50% in lower secondary education, and 23% to 33%…