United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, says the past years have been marked by growing number of armed conflicts and diminishing respect for international human rights and humanitarian law.

Türk  says there are now 60 wars involving at least one state, which he says is the highest number since the end of the Second World War (WWII). The Commissioner was giving a global update to the 63rd session of the  Human Rights Council, in Geneva, Switzerland.

Thuto Ngobeni has more.

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker T&uuml;rk, says the past years have been marked by growing number of armed conflicts and diminishing respect for international human rights and humanitarian law.
T&uuml;rk &nbsp;says there are now 60 wars involving at least one state, which he says is the highest number since the end of the Second World War (WWII). The Commissioner was giving a global update to the 63rd session of the &nbsp;Human Rights Council, in Geneva, Switzerland.
Thuto Ngobeni has more.

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UN Rights Türk warns world faces 60 active wars, highest count since WWII

Botswana's President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, is in Angola on a State Visit aimed at strengthening relations between the two countries and exploring new opportunities for trade, investment and economic cooperation.

The visit comes as both countries look to deepen ties and build on their longstanding relationship.

 Mpho Sithole spoke to Faustino Henrique, an Angolan Academic and Political Analyst to look at what this visit could mean for Angola-Botswana relations.

Botswana's President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, is in Angola on a State Visit aimed at strengthening relations between the two countries and exploring new opportunities for trade, investment and economic cooperation.
The visit comes as both countries look to deepen ties and build on their longstanding relationship.
&nbsp;Mpho Sithole spoke to Faustino Henrique, an Angolan Academic and Political Analyst to look at what this visit could mean for Angola-Botswana relations.

Botswana President Duma Boko on state visit to Angola

Zambia's Consumer Association is raising concerns about the growing presence of suspected counterfeit and substandard cosmetics and personal-care products on the local market. The products include lotions, creams and perfumes, with fears that some could cause serious skin reactions and other health problems.

Of particular concern is the use of misleading packaging, labelling and branding that closely imitates established and recognised products, potentially causing consumers to believe they are buying genuine products when they are not. ZACA is calling for stronger inspections and enforcement to protect consumers.

Mpho Sithole spoke to Honourable Chipoka Mulenga, immediate past Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry for Zambia.

Zambia's Consumer Association is raising concerns about the growing presence of suspected counterfeit and substandard cosmetics and personal-care products on the local market. The products include lotions, creams and perfumes, with fears that some could cause serious skin reactions and other health problems.
Of particular concern is the use of misleading packaging, labelling and branding that closely imitates established and recognised products, potentially causing consumers to believe they are buying genuine products when they are not. ZACA is calling for stronger inspections and enforcement to protect consumers.
Mpho Sithole spoke to Honourable Chipoka Mulenga, immediate past Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry for Zambia.

 Zambia raises alarm over suspected counterfeit cosmetics

Citizens of Senegal took to the streets of Dakar this past weekend to protest against the rising cost of living .The protests were part of the citizen-led "30 Days for Fair Prices" campaign, which encourages consumers to report excessive prices and pressure authorities to act.

Senegal is grappling with rising living costs, high unemployment and concerns over public debt, increasing pressure on households already struggling to meet everyday expenses.

For more on this Nhlanhla Mahlangu spoke to Mamadou Thior Senegal based Academic Researcher.

Citizens of Senegal took to the streets of Dakar this past weekend to protest against the rising cost of living .The protests were part of the citizen-led "30 Days for Fair Prices" campaign, which encourages consumers to report excessive prices and pressure authorities to act.
Senegal is grappling with rising living costs, high unemployment and concerns over public debt, increasing pressure on households already struggling to meet everyday expenses.
For more on this Nhlanhla Mahlangu spoke to Mamadou Thior Senegal based Academic Researcher.

UN Rights Türk warns world faces 60 active wars, highest count since WWII

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