The potential gap of some 335 million jobs for young people in Africa over the next decade could manifest into a loss of hope among them.This, in turn, necessitates governments and societies to orientate themselves towards creating good jobs for their population, said President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on Tuesday (June 10). He was delivering a talk on «Investing in the drivers of inclusive growth» to students at the University of Dar es Salaam — the oldest and largest public university in Tanzania — on the second day of this three-day state visit to the East African country.

E-commerce platform Shopee has cut jobs in Singapore as it shifts focus towards artificial intelligence (AI).Parent group Sea Ltd is cutting hundreds of developer jobs at Shopee globally as it adopts AI in the workplace and develops new services based on the technology, according to Bloomberg.It was reported that the cuts, which began this week, amount to about 8 per cent of Shopee's developer workforce, affecting roles such as quality assurance.More redundancies are expected, reports said.Responding to queries from AsiaOne on Wednesday (June 10), Shopee said the company regularly assesses its staffing needs and may make adjustments based on operational and business priorities, adding that the decisions are made after careful consideration.«For colleagues affected by any changes, Shopee is committed to providing support during this period of transition,» said the spokesperson, though the company did not disclose how many employees in Singapore were affected.

A 25-year-old man will be charged in court on Thursday (June 11) for his alleged involvement in several cases of loanshark harassment islandwide.The police said in a news release on Wednesday evening that they received reports of the main gates of several residential units being secured with bicycle locks and debtor's notes placed outside.A photograph of an alleged crime scene provided by the police shows one such note.The note reads: «Owe $ Pay $. This is just a warning. Next time I burn your house!!! (sic)»Officers from Ang Mo Kio, Bedok and Woodlands Police Divisions identified the man through ground enquiries and with images from police cameras and arrested him on June 9.A black bicycle lock and a mobile phone were seized from him as case exhibits.The penalty for loanshark harassment for first-time offenders is a jail term of up to five years, along with a fine of between $5,000 and $10,000, and mandatory caning of up to six strokes.The police reiterated that they have zero tolerance for loanshark harassment.

East Bridge has secured a significant legal victory against the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) after the High Court of Malawi set aside a restriction notice that prevented Limbe Leaf Tobacco Company from dealing with tobacco belonging to the company. The ruling, delivered on Wednesday by High Court Judge Redson Kapindu in chambers in Lilongwe, effectively lifts […] The post East Bridge Wins Court Battle Against ACB Over Restriction on Tobacco Stocks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has launched a blistering attack on the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) over the controversial decision to discontinue corruption charges against Chinese national Lin Yinhua, warning that the move risks eroding public trust in Malawi’s fight against corruption and wildlife crime. The CSOs, […] The post CSOs Tear Into ACB, DPP Over Dropped Corruption Case Against Chinese National appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

PPDA cleared both bids | ESCOM says no contracts awarded A procurement dispute involving the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) and Creck Hardware and General is under scrutiny after conflicting decisions from the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) and an alleged directive from the Presidency. At the centre of the […] The post Exposed: Questions Over Rejection of Creck Hardware Despite Clearances appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc says digital banking is now the backbone of its growth strategy as the institution intensifies efforts to strengthen its market leadership, expand customer reach, and deepen financial inclusion across the country. Speaking on Tuesday at the NBM plc Stakeholder Engagement meeting held at Sunbird Mount Soche Hotel in Blantyre, […] The post NBM plc Puts Digital Banking at the Core of Growth Strategy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has awarded scholarships to 57 needy students across various public universities in the country, including four from Mzuzu University (Mzuni), as part of its Mo Excellence Programme. The Bank launched the initiative at the University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) before extending it to Mzuni on Friday. Each […] The post Mzuni Students Benefit from NBM plc Mo Excellence Scholarship appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Russia’s Battlegroup West inflicted roughly 210 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed three enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported

According to the Russian foreign minister, it would take a miracle for the EU to change its position on Ukraine

The interest in cooperating with Russian business is significant in South Africa, Head of the Middle East and Africa Relations Department at the Russian Export Center Israfil Ali-Zade noted

Matthew Whitaker did not specify what timeframe Washington considers reasonable for reaching an agreement with Tehran

According to Aleksandar Vucic, the US leader initially called for a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis

A Delhi court has remanded the hotel owner and accountant in the Malviya Nagar fire tragedy to 12 days' judicial custody. The blaze, which claimed 22 lives, including foreign nationals, reportedly began in the restaurant and kitchen. Investigators are probing alleged safety lapses and negligence, with a cook also arrested.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become India's longest-serving elected leader, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru's record. Russia and Italy extended congratulations, highlighting India's economic progress under Modi's tenure. This milestone marks a significant achievement in his continuous service to the nation, a feat recognized internationally.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video of himself enjoying Jhalmuri with fellow NDA leaders at a meeting in New Delhi. The popular Bengali snack, previously used as a political symbol by the BJP, was served by the West Bengal chief minister. The meeting coincided with PM Modi becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister.

A significant internal rebellion is shaking the Trinamool Congress, with 19 MPs reportedly forming a separate faction, pushing the party towards a potential split. Rebel leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar stated they will support the NDA but not join the BJP. MP Mahua Moitra, however, dismissed the rebellion, calling the MPs 'traitors' and citing a court verdict on party splits.

Taiwan has fired US-supplied HIMARS missiles into waters near mainland China during a live-fire drill Read Full Article at RT.com

Twelve people have been killed and nine injured after gunmen opened fire in a settlement east of Johannesburg Read Full Article at RT.com

US spending on nuclear weapons surged by 22% in 2025 to $69.2 billion, according to the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons Read Full Article at RT.com

The South Carolina congresswoman finished fifth in the state’s GOP gubernatorial primary, according to unofficial returns, solidly losing even her own home county and district.

The city of Cheboksary in central Russia has been targeted by Ukrainian missiles, local governor Oleg Nikolaev has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU’s Russia sanctions list includes Indian entities, which may impact the implementation of a trade deal with New Delhi Read Full Article at RT.com

Trinamool Congress has officially denied any merger talks with Congress, dismissing recent speculation as baseless rumors. This comes after meetings between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi, and Abhishek Banerjee and Rahul Gandhi. Sources confirm discussions focused on opposition unity and strategy against the BJP, not a party merger.

The Congress party has strongly criticized PM Modi's 12-year tenure, accusing the BJP of undermining democracy and historical legacy. Leaders allege institutional bias, citing a rejected nomination, and claim «vote theft» and manipulation. They contrast Modi's rule with Nehru's achievements, asserting a «Murder of Democracy» under his leadership, especially after the recent election results.

Uttar Pradesh schools are now prohibited from forcing parents to buy books from private publishers or specific vendors, following a directive from the state government. This action stems from a National Human Rights Commission inquiry into allegations of a 'book mafia' exploiting parents.

Seven men were fatally shot in separate police operations across St Catherine, St Andrew and Clarendon on Tuesday, while a policeman was injured and at least five firearms were reportedly seized, in what appeared to be one of the deadliest days involving the security forces so far in 2026. The bloodiest incident unfolded shortly after 1:40 p.m. in the Bog Walk Gorge area of St Catherine, where police reported that officers came under attack and engaged armed men in a shootout. 

Russia regards this step as hostile, Maria Zakharova said

Dmitry Peskov stressed that Kiev's actions make it clear that Moscow is right in its fight

The Fleet 2026 International Maritime Defense Show is running on the site of the Congress and Exhibition Center on the premises of the Naval Glory Museum in Kronstadt on June 10-14

This covers access to the terminal's infrastructure in Klaipeda, Lithuania, for the period from 2033 to 2044

No one has been reported injured in the Melitopol bus attack

The European Commission has said that it has ordered Meta to allow free access to WhatsApp to competing AI assistants Read Full Article at RT.com