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Global early warning system intercepts chemicals for up to 1.6 bln lethal fentanyl doses

An international early warning system has blocked a shipment of precursor chemicals that could have produced as many as 1.6 billion potentially lethal doses of fentanyl, the United Nations (UN)’s drug control watchdog announced on Thursday.

Over one billion people fear losing their land rights, UN‑backed report warns

More than a billion people worldwide fear they could lose their land or housing within the next five years, according to a new United Nations (UN)- backed report that highlights the deepening global land insecurity despite two decades of policy progress. 

Funding shortfalls threaten support for 1.9 million displaced people in South Sudan, warns IOM

The International Organisation (IOM) for Migration has warned that funding shortfalls are putting the lives of more than 1.9 million displaced people in South Sudan at risk.

Namibia sees slightly higher economic growth this year

Namibia’s economy is forecast to grow 3.1% this year, higher than last year’s 2.9% growth

Zimbabwe football academies revolt over steep ZIFA fee hikes

Football academies across Zimbabwe are preparing to submit a formal petition protesting a sharp increase in registration and affiliation fees

SA sets sights on assertive SADC leadership as it prepares to assume chair

Ronald Lamola, says Pretoria is ready to take decisive steps to strengthen the Southern African Development Community (