The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is warning that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing major disruptions to humanitarian supply chains worldwide. Rising transport costs and delays across sea, land and air routes are slowing the delivery of essential aid, leaving vulnerable communities waiting longer for life‑saving assistance.


To unpack the scale of the challenge and how the IFRC is responding, we speak to Nikola Jovanovic, the IFRC’s Global Supply Chain Coordinator for Emergencies.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is warning that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing major disruptions to humanitarian supply chains worldwide. Rising transport costs and delays across sea, land and air routes are slowing the delivery of essential aid, leaving vulnerable communities waiting longer for life‑saving assistance.
 To unpack the scale of the challenge and how the IFRC is responding, we speak to Nikola Jovanovic, the IFRC&rsquo;s Global Supply Chain Coordinator for Emergencies.

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Aid deliveries delayed as conflict drives up costs: IFRC

Now to some of the stories making headlines across the East Africa region, where political tensions, infrastructure ambitions and human‑rights concerns are unfolding simultaneously. From post‑election unrest in Tanzania and governance questions in Madagascar, to major cross‑border railway developments linking Kenya and Uganda, the region continues to navigate a complex mix of opportunity and instability. Added to this are climate‑related disasters affecting several countries, painting an even more challenging picture for governments and communities.


To help us make sense of these developments, and what they could mean for politics and security in the region, we’re joined by Denis Beru, Journalist and Team Leader at Grassroot Journalism Kenya.

Now to some of the stories making headlines across the East Africa region, where political tensions, infrastructure ambitions and human‑rights concerns are unfolding simultaneously. From post‑election unrest in Tanzania and governance questions in Madagascar, to major cross‑border railway developments linking Kenya and Uganda, the region continues to navigate a complex mix of opportunity and instability. Added to this are climate‑related disasters affecting several countries, painting an even more challenging picture for governments and communities.
 To help us make sense of these developments, and what they could mean for politics and security in the region, we&rsquo;re joined by Denis Beru, Journalist and Team Leader at Grassroot Journalism Kenya.

East Africa wrap with Denis Beru, Journalist and Team Leader at Grassroot Journalism Kenya

Professor Philippe Burger, Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and Professor of Economics at the University of the Free State, says South Africa’s economic growth remains constrained by supply‑side challenges such as electricity shortages, water‑supply issues, and weak local‑government service delivery.


He emphasises that the country urgently needs structural reforms, deeper regional market integration, and energy diversification to unlock higher and more inclusive growth.


Professor Burger made these remarks during an interview with Channel Africa on Monday, on the sidelines of the two‑day Southern Africa, Towards Inclusive Economic Development (SA‑TIED) Phase II Close‑Out Conference underway in Pretoria.


Channel Africa’s Reporter, Micheal Mbewe, spoke with Professor Philippe Burger, Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and Professor of Economics at the University of the Free State.

Professor Philippe Burger, Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and Professor of Economics at the University of the Free State, says South Africa&rsquo;s economic growth remains constrained by supply‑side challenges such as electricity shortages, water‑supply issues, and weak local‑government service delivery.
 He emphasises that the country urgently needs structural reforms, deeper regional market integration, and energy diversification to unlock higher and more inclusive growth.
 Professor Burger made these remarks during an interview with Channel Africa on Monday, on the sidelines of the two‑day Southern Africa, Towards Inclusive Economic Development (SA‑TIED) Phase II Close‑Out Conference underway in Pretoria.
 Channel Africa&rsquo;s Reporter, Micheal Mbewe, spoke with Professor Philippe Burger, Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and Professor of Economics at the University of the Free State.

Structural bottlenecks continue to weigh on South Africa’s growth outlook

South Africa will, over the next five years, embark on a major water‑research initiative through the newly launched National Water Resources Accounting System for South Africa (NWRA‑SA 2026) project. The initiative is a comprehensive water‑resources assessment designed to quantify exactly how much water the country has, a critical step in strengthening long‑term water security, planning and management.


The data collected through the NWRA‑SA 2026 project will be used by Statistics South Africa to produce national water statistics, helping policymakers, planners and researchers better understand water availability, usage patterns and future risks.


Thuto Ngobeni reports.

South Africa will, over the next five years, embark on a major water‑research initiative through the newly launched National Water Resources Accounting System for South Africa (NWRA‑SA 2026) project. The initiative is a comprehensive water‑resources assessment designed to quantify exactly how much water the country has, a critical step in strengthening long‑term water security, planning and management.
 The data collected through the NWRA‑SA 2026 project will be used by Statistics South Africa to produce national water statistics, helping policymakers, planners and researchers better understand water availability, usage patterns and future risks.
 Thuto Ngobeni reports.

Aid deliveries delayed as conflict drives up costs: IFRC

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