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ActionSA has strongly opposed Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero's suggestion to hire documented foreign nationals in the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD). Morero aimed to address language barriers in combating crime, but his proposal faced significant resistance. ActionSA and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi stressed the need for South African citizens in law enforcement roles.

Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are embarking on a statewide bus tour in Georgia in a bid to rally support ahead of the general election. Focused on engaging with the Black community and diverse electorates, their campaign seeks to build on the Democratic momentum. Scheduled events include a rally in Savannah and various fundraising efforts spanning multiple states.

Recent unrest in Bangladesh has been fueled by high youth unemployment and a controversial job quota system. Students have protested against the system, demanding a merit-based process. The unrest led to violent clashes and significant casualties, prompting criticism of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government and culminating in her resignation.

In an unexpected move, President William Ruto has reshuffled his Cabinet nominees, reassigning Soipan Tuya to the Defence Ministry and Aden Duale to head the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry. The last-minute changes were announced by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula. Duale expressed appreciation for his new role, underscoring the crucial issues of environmental management and climate change mitigation.

President William Ruto has taken a firm stand against violent protests, which have caused significant disruptions and suffering. He calls for peace and stability while urging opposition leaders to avoid abusing democratic systems. His aim is to ensure the protection of Kenya's democracy and the rights of all citizens.

President Bola Tinubu will meet with labour union leaders on Thursday to discuss the ongoing issue of minimum wage. These consultations are aimed at finding a mutually acceptable solution to address the concerns of workers and stakeholders.

JD Vance, the Ohio senator and author of 'Hillbilly Elegy', has been selected by Donald Trump as his vice-presidential pick. Vance's journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a key conservative political figure highlights his remarkable transformation, aligned with Trump's populist agenda.

Hon. Olaide Akinremi, representing Ibadan North federal constituency of Oyo State, has passed away under unclear circumstances. The news came as a shock to many on Wednesday morning. The House leadership has confirmed his death and promised to release further information as it becomes available.

Eugene Wamalwa, leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya, declined to participate in the Ruto-Raila national dialogue, aimed at tackling Kenya's crisis. Set for July 2024, the six-day conference seeks input from various societal sectors. Wamalwa's refusal follows his criticism of the initiative and rejection of NADCO's final report.

In the first presidential debate of the 2024 election, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump went head-to-head on critical issues such as the economy, foreign affairs, abortion rights, and migration. With both candidates being divisive figures, many voters remain undecided or are considering third-party options.

The Fulton County DA's office has urged the Georgia Court of Appeals to dismiss an appeal meant to disqualify DA Fani Willis from the Trump election interference case. Defendants argue for her removal due to a romantic relationship with Nathan Wade, a special prosecutor who had financial ties with Willis. A decision on the motion is currently pending.

In a historic verdict, a New York jury has found former President Donald Trump guilty of falsifying business records to hide hush money payments made to adult performer Stormy Daniels. This landmark ruling makes Trump the first criminally convicted former US president, igniting a significant political firestorm ahead of the upcoming presidential election.