Science: SpaceX has successfully launched its fifth Starship test flight from Texas, marking a significant milestone by achieving the first successful recovery of the rocket's towering first-stage booster using innovative metal arms. This feat demonstrates SpaceX's commitment to refining its technology for future space missions, including potential lunar and Mars exploration.

Guest: Prof lerothodi leeuw: Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of the Western Cape

Science: SpaceX has successfully launched its fifth Starship test flight from Texas, marking a significant milestone by achieving the first successful recovery of the rocket's towering first-stage booster using innovative metal arms. This feat demonstrates SpaceX's commitment to refining its technology for future space missions, including potential lunar and Mars exploration. 
Guest: Prof lerothodi leeuw: Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of the Western Cape

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Science: SpaceX has successfully launched its fifth Starship test flight from Texas, marking a significant milestone by achieving the first successful recovery of the rocket's towering first-stage booster using innovative metal arms.

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) interviews are ongoing, with the focus on filling the position of Judge President of the Western Cape Division of the High Court, previously held by Dr. John Hlophe before his removal. A total of seven candidates, including the acting Judge President, Patricia Goliath, will be interviewed for this pivotal role, as the JSC assesses their qualifications and vision for the court's future.

Guest: Canny Maphanga:  SABC News Reporter 

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) interviews are ongoing, with the focus on filling the position of Judge President of the Western Cape Division of the High Court, previously held by Dr. John Hlophe before his removal. A total of seven candidates, including the acting Judge President, Patricia Goliath, will be interviewed for this pivotal role, as the JSC assesses their qualifications and vision for the court's future. 
Guest: Canny Maphanga:  SABC News Reporter

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) interviews are ongoing, with the focus on filling the position of Judge President of the Western Cape Division of the High Court, previously held by Dr. John Hlophe before his removal.

On October 14, 2024, Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo hosted an engagement with stakeholders at Hartbeespoort Dam, addressing ongoing racial tensions surrounding state-owned land in the area. The meeting included business owners, civil society representatives, and state institutions, aiming to foster dialogue and clarify the department's stance on land policy related to the dam.

Guest: David Mahlobo: Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister 

On October 14, 2024, Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo hosted an engagement with stakeholders at Hartbeespoort Dam, addressing ongoing racial tensions surrounding state-owned land in the area. The meeting included business owners, civil society representatives, and state institutions, aiming to foster dialogue and clarify the department's stance on land policy related to the dam. 
Guest: David Mahlobo: Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo hosted an engagement with stakeholders at Hartbeespoort Dam, addressing ongoing racial tensions surrounding state-owned land in the area.

Afrika Update Report  

15 October 2024 
Ethiopia – Egypt – Sudan 

New Nile water sharing accord takes effect as Egypt, Sudan protest 

Known as the Cooperative Framework Agreement (CFA), the treaty aims to ensure equitable utilization and sustainable management of the world's longest river. 

Several upstream countries have long argued that the downstream states of Egypt and Sudan had been unfairly allocated greater rights over the river Nile by colonial-era agreements. 
Senegal – Dakar 

Ousmane Sonko announces the "Senegal 2050" breakthrough program 

Senegal’s government, led by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, unveils its 25-year development plan, "Senegal 2050," on Monday, October 14.  

The plan aims to reduce foreign dependency and debt, focusing on local resources and human capital. Sonko emphasized that past development models have failed and praised Japan’s success as a model for African countries. 
South Sudan – Jonglei State 

Flash Floods in Jonglei state, South Sudan leave hundreds homeless and vulnerable 

Flash floods have devastated parts of Jonglei State, South Sudan, leaving hundreds of families without shelter and access to clean water, the United Nations reported on Monday. Heavy rainfall in Bor town caused flooding that displaced approximately 375 households in four areas of the state capital. 
DR Congo- North Kivu

International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan will renew an investigation into Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on alleged crimes committed in the North Kivu province since January 2022. 

The renewed efforts will aim to address allegations including potential war crimes and crimes against humanity, and it will assess the responsibility of all parties involved, without targeting specific groups, Khan added. 
In our historical archives, it was on this day 15 October 2011 when the UN General Assembly declared and celebrated the International Day for Rural Women 

The International Day for Rural Women, first established by the General Assembly in its resolution 62/136 of 18 December 2007, recognizes “the critical role and contribution of rural women, including Indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty.” 

Afrika Update Report  
15 October 2024 
<ol>
<li>Ethiopia – Egypt – Sudan </li>
</ol>
New Nile water sharing accord takes effect as Egypt, Sudan protest 
Known as the Cooperative Framework Agreement (CFA), the treaty aims to ensure equitable utilization and sustainable management of the world's longest river. 
Several upstream countries have long argued that the downstream states of Egypt and Sudan had been unfairly allocated greater rights over the river Nile by colonial-era agreements. 
<ol>
<li>Senegal – Dakar </li>
</ol>
Ousmane Sonko announces the "Senegal 2050" breakthrough program 
Senegal’s government, led by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, unveils its 25-year development plan, "Senegal 2050," on Monday, October 14.  
The plan aims to reduce foreign dependency and debt, focusing on local resources and human capital. Sonko emphasized that past development models have failed and praised Japan’s success as a model for African countries. 
<ol>
<li>South Sudan – Jonglei State </li>
</ol>
Flash Floods in Jonglei state, South Sudan leave hundreds homeless and vulnerable 
Flash floods have devastated parts of Jonglei State, South Sudan, leaving hundreds of families without shelter and access to clean water, the United Nations reported on Monday. Heavy rainfall in Bor town caused flooding that displaced approximately 375 households in four areas of the state capital. 
<ol>
<li>DR Congo- North Kivu</li>
</ol>
International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan will renew an investigation into Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on alleged crimes committed in the North Kivu province since January 2022. 
The renewed efforts will aim to address allegations including potential war crimes and crimes against humanity, and it will assess the responsibility of all parties involved, without targeting specific groups, Khan added. 
<ol>
<li>In our historical archives, it was on this day 15 October 2011 when the UN General Assembly declared and celebrated the International Day for Rural Women </li>
</ol>
The International Day for Rural Women, first established by the General Assembly in its resolution 62/136 of 18 December 2007, recognizes “the critical role and contribution of rural women, including Indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty.”

Science: SpaceX has successfully launched its fifth Starship test flight from Texas, marking a significant milestone by achieving the first successful recovery of the rocket's towering first-stage booster using innovative metal arms.

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