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from South African freedom fighter to central bank governor and trusted politician

from South African freedom fighter to central bank governor and trusted politician

It is sad to write about Tito Mboweni in the past tense. Tito Titus Mboweni, who was born on 16 March 1959 in Tzaneen, a town in South Africa in what was then the Transvaal,…

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For Deaf people, train travel can be a gamble. But an AI-powered Auslan avatar can help

For Deaf people, train travel can be a gamble. But an AI-powered Auslan avatar can help

For Deaf people, train travel can be a gamble. On an average day, nothing goes wrong: they catch their train to their destination and carry on with their business. But when something out of the…

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Oil prices flat as investors await US inventory data By Reuters

Oil prices flat as investors await US inventory data By Reuters

By Florence Tan SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Oil prices traded flat on Thursday as investors eye developments in the Middle East and more details on China’s stimulus plans, and await the release of official U.S. oil…

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9 million Mozambicans live below the poverty line – what’s wrong with the national budget and how to fix it

9 million Mozambicans live below the poverty line – what’s wrong with the national budget and how to fix it

Mozambique ranks in the bottom 20 of the human development index. This measures a country’s progress based on key dimensions such as a long and healthy life and a decent standard of living. Nearly two-thirds…

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New research shows most space rocks crashing into Earth come from a single source

New research shows most space rocks crashing into Earth come from a single source

The sight of a fireball streaking across the sky brings wonder and excitement to children and adults alike. It’s a reminder that Earth is part of a much larger and incredibly dynamic system. Each year,…

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US Supreme Court won’t pause EPA power plant emissions rule By Reuters

US Supreme Court won’t pause EPA power plant emissions rule By Reuters

(Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Wednesday to put on hold a new federal rule targeting carbon pollution from coal- and gas-fired power plants at the request of numerous states and industry groups…

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How to be a boss at giving performance reviews

How to be a boss at giving performance reviews

When you’re a manager, delivering feedback can feel like walking a tightrope. Whether you’re praising an employee’s accomplishments or addressing a shortfall, how you communicate can have a big impact on how your words are…

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Obituary: Tito Mboweni, 1959–2024 – Central Banking

Obituary: Tito Mboweni, 1959–2024 – Central Banking

Tito Mboweni, former governor of the South African Reserve Bank and anti-apartheid campaigner, died on October 12. In a statement, the Sarb said Mboweni had died after a short illness. “Mr Mboweni’s passing is a…

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Oil steadies after sharp fall, Middle East uncertainty persists By Reuters

Oil steadies after sharp fall, Middle East uncertainty persists By Reuters

By Jeslyn Lerh SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Oil prices inched higher on Wednesday amid uncertainty over what may happen next in the Middle East conflict, after demand concerns knocked the market to its lowest since early…

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Ghana’s informal settlements are not all the same – social networks make a difference in community development

Ghana’s informal settlements are not all the same – social networks make a difference in community development

Informal settlements in Africa are diverse. Across regions and even in the same city, socioeconomic and physical conditions vary. One thing is common though: upgrading them is a challenge. Among the challenges are issues of…

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