Tag: Policy Reform
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Free Tertiary Education and the Vision 2023 Drive for Jobless Graduates
Introduction: A Bold Step Toward Accessible Higher Education Namibia’s government has announced a landmark shift: tertiary and vocational education will be free starting this year. Championed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the policy seeks to ease the burden of registration fees and loan debt for students and families while aligning higher education with the country’s Vision…
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Gold smuggling won’t be solved by GoldBod — Bright Simons
Introduction: A pointed critique from an influential think tank Bright Simons, Vice President of IMANI Africa, has challenged the prevailing belief that establishing or strengthening a single institution could curb Ghana’s pervasive gold smuggling. In his view, the problem runs deeper than bureaucratic gaps or the absence of a new regulator. It lies in systemic…
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Phoenixism in UK Recruitment: How Reincarnated Firms Cost the Taxpayer Millions
Understanding the Phoenix Phenomenon in UK Recruitment In the UK, a troubling pattern known as phoenixism has resurfaced within the recruitment sector. Insolvent recruitment businesses are shed of their debts and then reconstituted by the very directors or shareholders who presided over their collapse. The result is a fresh, operational entity that can continue trading…
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ICI Tackles Gargantuan Task with Limited Resources and Powers: A Yearender Look at Public Works in the Philippines
Overview: The challenge before the Independent Commission for Infrastructure In Manila and across the Philippines, the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has been handed a monumental mandate: oversee and accelerate infrastructure development across multiple levels of government. Yet, as Yearender coverage reveals, the commission operates with limited resources and powers that constrain its ability to…
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Gold for Reserves: Bright Simons Warns of Distorted Competition Favoring Bawa Rock
Overview: A Vocal Warning from Bright Simons Bright Simons, Vice President of IMANI Africa, has voiced a sharp critique of the Gold for Reserves programme, arguing that its current structure distorts market competition and systematically advantages the so‑called Bawa Rock segment over private sector participants. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile, Simons highlighted perceived flaws in policy…
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Sports Stars Demand Royal Commission into Bondi Massacre and Antisemitism
Growing Pressure on Government to Respond to Bondi Massacre Letter More than 60 prominent Australian athletes have appended their signatures to an open letter calling for a royal commission into antisemitism, radicalisation, and the so-called Bondi massacre. The coordinated appeal adds weight to ongoing political pressure as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces a widening public…
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Global Crackdown Unmasks 5 Scam Kingpins Over Four Years: A Turning Point in Financial Crime
Overview: A Decade of Deception Exposed Over the past four years, a coordinated wave of international investigations and enforcement actions has peeled back the veil on some of the world’s most influential scam operators. Five masterminds—whose reach spanned continents and sectors—have been exposed, signaling a significant shift in how governments, financial institutions, and law enforcement…
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Albanese Government Faces 2026 Pressure: What to Watch
Introduction: A pivotal year looms for Canberra As Australia steps into 2026, the Albanese government enters a year likely defined by sustained economic pressures and delicate political maneuvering. After a landslide election victory, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his cabinet must navigate a mix of global headwinds, domestic reforms, and shifting public expectations. The year…
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INLD Row: Abhay Chautala Sparks Debate by Warning of Government Topplings
Overview: A Controversial Statement Remains in Political Debate The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) national president, Abhay Singh Chautala, has triggered a political controversy after comments suggesting India should anticipate situations similar to those in Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh, where governments were toppled. While political leaders often call for vigilance against instability, the framing…
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India’s 10-Minute Delivery Pressure: Why Gig Workers Are Walking Off the Job
Background: The rush to under-10-minute deliveries Across India, the rapid expansion of app-based delivery platforms has reshaped last-mile logistics. The promise of ultra-fast service—often under 10 minutes from order to doorstep—has driven intense speed targets for couriers, riders, and gig workers. While customers enjoy near-instant gratification, thousands of delivery workers say the pace comes at…