Global financial markets have remained resilient, but risks to financial stability remain elevated. That's according to the International Monetary Fund's latest Global Financial Stability Report, released in Bangkok, Thailand, during the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings. Thuto Ngobeni reports.

Global financial markets have remained resilient, but risks to financial stability remain elevated. That's according to the International Monetary Fund's latest Global Financial Stability Report, released in Bangkok, Thailand, during the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings. Thuto Ngobeni reports.

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IMF Warns Financial Stability Risks Remain Elevated Despite Resilience in Global Markets

As South Africa continues to observe mental health awareness month mental health activist Ameh Zion Abba is calling on African governments and the global community to prioritise reforms and transforming mental health systems where legislations, policies, and frameworks for mental health will be deliberately amplified. The objective of mental health awareness month is not only educating the public about mental health but also to reduce the stigma and discrimination that people with mental illness are often subjected to. Mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse and job stress are common, affecting individuals, their families and co-workers, and the broader community.  Sisi Segalo has more on the story…
 

As South Africa continues to observe mental health awareness month mental health activist Ameh Zion Abba is calling on African governments and the global community to prioritise reforms and transforming mental health systems where legislations, policies, and frameworks for mental health will be deliberately amplified. The objective of mental health awareness month is not only educating the public about mental health but also to reduce the stigma and discrimination that people with mental illness are often subjected to. Mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse and job stress are common, affecting individuals, their families and co-workers, and the broader community. &nbsp;Sisi Segalo has more on the story&hellip; &nbsp;

Mental Health Activist Urges African Governments to Reform Mental Health Systems and Tackle Stigma and Discrimination

Africa's growing digital economy is creating new opportunities, but it is also attracting cybercriminals targeting businesses, financial institutions and government systems. A new Mastercard white paper, titled Africa's Digital Defense Race, examines the cyber threats facing the continent and the need to strengthen digital security. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports.

Africa's growing digital economy is creating new opportunities, but it is also attracting cybercriminals targeting businesses, financial institutions and government systems. A new Mastercard white paper, titled Africa's Digital Defense Race, examines the cyber threats facing the continent and the need to strengthen digital security. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports.

Mastercard Report Warns of Rising Cyber Threats as Africa’s Digital Economy Expands

South Africa's gambling industry is facing growing pressure to protect players and tackle illegal operators. Casino and hospitality group Sun International has launched a Responsible Gambling Charter aimed at reducing gambling-related harm. The move comes amid concerns about problem gambling and the growth of unlicensed operators, as calls grow for stronger regulation. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports.

South Africa's gambling industry is facing growing pressure to protect players and tackle illegal operators. Casino and hospitality group Sun International has launched a Responsible Gambling Charter aimed at reducing gambling-related harm. The move comes amid concerns about problem gambling and the growth of unlicensed operators, as calls grow for stronger regulation. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports.

IMF Warns Financial Stability Risks Remain Elevated Despite Resilience in Global Markets

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