GNECC calls for stronger child protection in schools, backs Education Minister’s response to misconduct allegations
The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) has called for stronger child safeguarding measures in schools following reports of pregnancy-related withdrawals at Potsin T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School, alleged sexual misconduct at Obuasi Senior High Technical School and the death of a 14-year-old pupil in the Eastern Region. The Coalition has urged the Ministry of […]
Agriculture Minister Willie Aucamp has issued a warning about an impending "super El Niño" event that could severely impact South Africa's farming sector and economy. He urges farmers to avoid complacency despite recent rain in September, cautioning that the extreme event typically gains traction in summer. Aucamp predicts a hot and dry period from November to January and warns of the need for proactive water restrictions to avoid dire consequences.
He advises farmers to focus on their most fertile land and reduce herd numbers to prevent overgrazing, estimating that 70% of the national cattle herd has already been vaccinated against foot-and-mouth disease.
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