Jowhar (HOL) — Hirshabelle State Vice President Yusuf Ahmed Hagar Dabageed has called on the Ma'awisley militia, primarily drawn from the Hawadle clan, to intensify their offensive against Al-Shabaab and liberate the remaining areas under the group's control in the Hiiraan region.
The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) aims to improve the psychological well-being of servicemen as they have done so in past years, Senior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How said during the Committee of Supply (COS) in Parliament on Monday (Mar 3). Mindef's budget for the financial year 2025 is projected to be $23.4 billion, a 12.4 per cent increase from the $20.2 billion last year. Senior Minister Heng shared that Mindef piloted the deployment of roving care teams last year which consisted of psychologists and counsellors that were partnered with unit commanders to enhance care for servicemen after basic military training (BMT). BMT is an initiation to the army and rite of passage every full-time National Serviceman (NSF) must go through, and also teaches basic soldiering skills. The ministry's Mental Health Office also ran a well-being campaign in 2024 to foster a positive workplace culture across Mindef and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). An e-learning module for mental health was also launched last year to provide servicemen with the know-how to build a positive workplace culture and support peers.
Some of HomeTeamNS servers containing the data of past and present employees were affected by a ransomware attack which was discovered on Feb 25. In a statement on Monday (March 3), HomeTeamNS said that the affected servers were immediately disabled and isolated from its IT network. Third-party cybersecurity experts were then engaged to investigate and take action. HomeTeamNS is also working with the authorities. «As part of our remediation efforts, the passwords of all our administrative accounts have been changed, and security scans and firewalls have been further enhanced to strengthen our network security,» HomeTeamNS said. Apart from employee data, the affected servers also contained the vehicle details of some HomeTeamNS members and affiliate members. «At this time, there is no evidence of data extraction, but we are monitoring closely,» said HomeTeamNS. «We have reached out to those who are affected to assist them with protecting themselves from phishing or unauthorised transactions and to minimise the impact from this incident.»
Tobacco farming in Malawi is a gilded prison—promising wealth while silently ensnaring smallholder farmers in an unforgiving cycle of debt and exploitation. The leaf that powers Malawi’s economy enriches multinational corporations, yet leaves the very hands that cultivate it in deepening poverty. For over four decades, tobacco has been Malawi’s economic backbone—its so-called “green gold.” […] The post Golden Harvest, Empty Pockets: How Tobacco Traps Malawi’s Farmers in Endless Poverty appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) has urged Independent Power Producers (IPPs) to expedite the implementation of their contractual agreements, expressing concern over persistent delays. ESCOM Board Chairperson Gospel Kazako made the appeal at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe during the signing of a 142-megawatt power purchase agreement with Aspin Energy Limited. […] The post Delays in Implementation of IPPs Worry Malawi Government appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Newly elected Northern Region Football Association (NRFA) Chairperson, Masiya Nyasulu, has appealed for collective efforts to uplift football standards in the region following his victory in Saturday’s elections held in Mzimba. Nyasulu, who defeated Chauka Mwasinga, pledged an inclusive leadership approach to unite stakeholders. “It was a hard-fought battle, but I’m happy to emerge victorious. […] The post Nyasulu Calls for Unity in Northern Region Football Development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre chaired a high-level security meeting on Sunday, focusing on enhancing security measures in Mogadishu and surrounding areas to counter potential threats during the holy month of Ramadan.
LONDON — Rattled European leaders on Sunday said they were “doubling down” on supporting Ukraine and boosting military aid following the televised Oval Office blowup between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed criticized Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma, calling him «fat» and a «mediocre captain» despite a recent victory against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy. BJP’s Shehzad Poonawalla defended Sharma, highlighting past electoral failures of the Congress party and Rohit's impressive track record, including winning the T20 World Cup.
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voiced concern over Bangladesh's ongoing crisis, emphasising his connection to the nation. He acknowledged the progress made since independence but warned against political instability. Sen stressed the need for cooperation, press freedom, and protection of minorities. He cited the importance of learning from historical communal violence to ensure a peaceful future.
Congress leader Pawan Khera called out spokesperson Shama Mohammed for her remarks on Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, asking her to delete the social media posts and exercise caution. Mohammed had labeled Sharma as 'fat' and 'mediocre,' sparking backlash. She defended her comments as a general observation about sports fitness, but the party emphasized respect for sporting icons.
On World Wildlife Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Gir Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat, participated in a lion safari, and chaired the National Board for Wildlife meeting. The visit highlights the government's Project Lion, which aims to conserve and expand the population of Asiatic lions through various strategic efforts and community involvement.
Supreme Court criticized Gujarat Police for filing an FIR against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi over a social media post featuring a poem. The court emphasized the importance of freedom of speech, arguing that the poem promotes non-violence and does not target any religion. The case appears politically motivated, with the SC granting interim protection to Pratapgarhi.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has claimed that Ottawa is considering all possible options to secure and bolster Kiev’s positions against Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian actor Yura Borisov has missed out on making history at the 97th Academy Awards, as Kieran Culkin won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar Read Full Article at RT.com
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has claimed that European security must center around a “strong” Ukraine, rejecting Russia’s position Read Full Article at RT.com
Trump’s war on the deep state has sparked global ripples, including in India where USAID funding was allegedly used to drive voter turnout Read Full Article at RT.com
The SpaceX CEO has criticized the Ukrainian leader for rejecting peace talks with Russia, calling his stance “cruel and inhumane” Read Full Article at RT.com
It is reported that the package of measures may include the suspension or cancellation of military aid to Kiev agreed during the previous US administration
According to the Emergencies Ministry, the fire started at night near a combustion furnace, likely due to industrial processes
Some firms noted sustained demand conditions in February, while others highlighted a broad stagnation in new orders, S&P Global said
Businessman Mikhail Fridman nursed the heaviest losses in the period, with his fortune losing $2.26 bln to $12.5 bln
A stable communication link with the spacecraft was established and maintained, and its on-board systems are functioning properly, it added
About two decades ago, as a fresh-faced cub reporter at one of the country’s two print media giants, I was the newsroom equivalent of a paperweight—of little consequence, mostly ignored, and occasionally useful. My editors, in their infinite wisdom, assigned me a role that required neither talent nor influence: the designated NGO correspondent. This meant […] The post The Poverty-Industrial Complex: How NGOs and Journalists Profit from Misery appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Every year on the 3rd of March, Malawians pause to remember one of the darkest and most painful chapters in the nation’s history — the Martyrs Day Massacre of 1959. On this day, brave Malawians lost their lives in the struggle for independence from British colonial rule. Renowned governance and human rights advocate, Undule Mwakasungula, […] The post Exclusive Interview: “Britain Must Acknowledge The 3rd March 1959 Massacre.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
About 25 years ago, I was appointed by a European bank to investigate a money laundering case involving a local bank that was suspected of engaging in the illegal externalisation of foreign exchange. The European bank, which had shares in the local bank, was concerned about potential money laundering linked to an international terrorist group. […] The post Why The Forex Crime Investigation Unit Is Important – A Villager’s Perspective appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The memo contradicts claims by Secretary of State Marco Rubio that he has put in place a functioning system for exempting lifesaving assistance from the aid freeze.
In an effort to stamp out “woke” racial and gender messages, critics say, the president is running afoul of the First Amendment.
[RFI] With the rise of language learning apps, the Wolof Academy is stepping up to meet the demand by offering online courses and virtual classes of Wolof, the language spoken by almost 80 percent of Senegal's population.
[SAnews.gov.za] Spaza shop and food handling businesses that applied to register their businesses with their local municipalities but were awaiting their registration outcomes will not be penalised, Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni said.
