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A recent study by InterNations revealed the friendliest countries for expats, with Costa Rica, Mexico, and The Philippines topping the list. Expats in Costa Rica feel very welcome and rate the local population as the friendliest worldwide, while Kuwait was ranked as the least friendly country. South Africa landed in the middle of the list at number 23. Full Article

The GROW Project, aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs, faced scrutiny due to under-absorption of funds, with only Shs18.52 billion out of Shs75.1 billion spent, affecting the provision of credit to financial institutions. Concerns were raised by Members of Parliament regarding fund distribution, requirements for accessing funds, and the commitment of participating banks. The project coordinator noted that 2,175 women had benefited from grants in various sectors, with plans to prioritize funds for underserved districts in...

African civil society groups have filed a complaint against French billionaire Vincent Bolloré and his son Cyrille, accusing them of money laundering and concealing ill-gotten gains from port operations in Africa. The complaint, submitted by 11 NGOs from six African countries, alleges corrupt practices in securing port concessions before selling operations for €5.7 billion. Bolloré previously settled a case in 2021 but now faces charges of corruption; the collective seeks restitution under France's 2021 law...

SARS acknowledges and appreciates taxpayers and traders who comply with their obligations, contributing to revenue collection for essential public services. Timely payments lead to improved infrastructure and social welfare programs, benefiting all citizens. Businesses are reminded to submit tax returns and pay outstanding amounts to avoid penalties and assist in building a prosperous country through tax contributions. Full Article

The leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have called for an immediate cease-fire in eastern Congo, following a meeting in Qatar. The move comes after the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group captured key cities in the region, displacing hundreds of thousands of people. Despite international pressure and condemnation, M23, armed and commanded by Rwanda's army, continues to control a large area in eastern Congo rich in minerals. Full Article

Residents of Duduza – John Dube have come together to address poverty and inequality by creating the John Dube Community initiative, which helps repair and polish over a hundred school shoes daily for children in need. Through partnerships with local tuck shop owners, the initiative has reduced the number of torn shoes and boosted children's confidence, encouraging them to attend school. The community is seeking donations of shoe polish, new school shoes, clothing, and other...