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The Citizen
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
NPO promotes effective ways to empower for good
As Mandela Day approaches on Friday, 18 July, a national clarion call has been made for South Africans to give back to their communities. However, Zululand NPO Lungelo Youth Development (LYD) cautions that good intentions could cause more harm than good in their discussion 'How to do Mandela Day effectively'. This topic was discussed at AGS/AFM Lewende Waters in Meerensee on Monday. Mandela Day was officially declared by the United Nations in November 2009, to honour the legacy of former South African president Nelson Mandela through volunteering and community service. Mary Mlambo from LYD reiterates the core values of Mandela Day as: · Volunteerism and community service · Social justice, unity and ubuntu · Fighting poverty and promoting human dignity 'This initiative was to help lift others up, not create dependency,' said Mlambo. 'Please do not come with quick fixes without creating long-term benefits. Do not just give – engage with the community and understand their true needs.' 'Please do not dictate to us what to do and how to do it – this is about serving humanity, not self,' she said. Mlambo also shared some of the benefits of giving back as a company: · Volunteering as a team allows staff members to get to know each other better, and employees can enjoy the mutual feeling of contributing to something positive · Appreciation given for time, energy and any other resources · Employees have a sense of purpose · With a registered PBO (public benefit organisation), you are eligible for tax deduction Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Libya Review
30-06-2025
- Business
- Libya Review
Inflation Deepens Libya's Economic Hardship
The World Food Programme (WFP) has recorded the sharpest monthly increase in Libya's food expenditure so far in 2025, with the cost of the minimum expenditure food basket rising by 8.2% in May to LYD 983.82. According to the report, this increase is primarily driven by severe price hikes in western Libya, particularly in Tripoli, where mid-May armed clashes disrupted trade and supply chains. As a result, the cost of living surged, with the western region seeing a dramatic 24.2% increase in the average food basket, now costing LYD 1,065.67. Meanwhile, eastern Libya experienced a slight decrease in costs, down 1.7% to LYD 909.4. However, the city of Kufra recorded the highest food basket cost in the region at LYD 1,081.13. The WFP attributed this to rising demand and pressure on local services, exacerbated by a steady influx of Sudanese refugees. Nationally, the food price index rose by 8.9%, reaching LYD 864.02, while the non-food price index increased by 3.5%, totalling LYD 119.80. These figures reflect mounting inflationary pressures driven by the weakening Libyan dinar and supply-side constraints. The WFP warned that continued volatility in basic commodity prices poses a significant risk to household food security across the country. In addition, currency instability and fragmented governance are undermining effective economic planning and inflation control. As Libya remains gripped by political uncertainty and regional tensions, food insecurity is likely to worsen unless urgent measures are taken to stabilise markets and restore supply chains. Tags: libyaLibyan CrisistripoliWFP
Broadcast Pro
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Palestinian documentary ‘LYD' to screen in Cyprus and Greece
The documentary follows the rise and fall of Lyd, a 5,000-year-old metropolis that was once a bustling Palestinian town until it was conquered by the State of Israel, which was established in 1948. The Palestinian documentary LYD, directed by Rami Younis, a Palestinian filmmaker, writer and journalist, and Sarah Ema Friedland, a New York-based documentary filmmaker, will be showcased across three cities during the Palestinian Independent Film Festival (PIFF), taking place from June 13 to 15. Audiences in Limassol, Cyprus, as well as Chania and Agios Nikolaos in Crete, Greece, will have the opportunity to experience this film. LYD presents a sci-fi documentary narrative, tracing the trajectory of Lyd, a 5,000-year-old metropolis that transformed from a vibrant Palestinian town to a conquered entity following the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. Through an array of characters, the film weaves a tapestry of the Palestinian experience in this city, highlighting the enduring impact of the massacre and expulsion. MAD Solutions is the worldwide distributor and sales agent for the film. The film recently received the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Houston Palestine Film Festival and the Audience Choice Award for Feature Films at the San Diego Arab Film Festival. LYD also received the Best Asian Feature Award at the Pramana Asian Film Festival, earned two mentions at the Sguardi Altrove International Women's Film Festival, and won both a Jury Award for Best Documentary and the inaugural FIPRESCI Award at the fourth edition of the Amman International Film Festival – Awal Film. The film has garnered attention at festivals, including Pune, Middle East Now, Al Ard, Reel Palestine, Palestinian, and Melbourne Science Fiction. Moreover, it has had multiple screenings worldwide, including extensive showings across the US, Jordan, Italy and Australia. Roger Waters, the movie's executive producer, is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and composer known for co-founding the rock band Pink Floyd in 1965, where he served as its bassist.
Libya Review
09-05-2025
- Business
- Libya Review
1.2 Billion Libyan Dinars Spent on Salaries & Operating Costs
The Central Bank of Libya has revealed that over 1.2 billion Libyan dinars were allocated to legislative and executive institutions during the first four months of 2025. According to a detailed statement published by the bank, a total of 1,203,902,064 LYD was disbursed under Chapter One (salaries) and Chapter Two (operational expenses). The spending covered various executive and legislative bodies, including the outgoing Government of National Unity (GNU), the Presidential Council, the House of Representatives, and the High Council of State. The report shows that the outgoing GNU received 44.83 million LYD, while its affiliated bodies were allocated 580.16 million LYD, bringing the total to 624.99 million LYD. The Presidential Council was allocated 3.73 million LYD, while 210.13 million LYD went to its affiliated institutions, totalling 213.86 million LYD. The House of Representatives received 25.07 million LYD, and its subordinate institutions were allocated 328.05 million LYD, with a combined total of 353.12 million LYD. Meanwhile, the High Council of State was allocated 11.93 million LYD during the same period. These figures come amid ongoing concerns over public spending transparency and budgetary oversight in Libya, particularly as competing administrations and political bodies continue to draw from state funds despite the lack of unified governance. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges. Tags: cblGNUHCSlibyaLibyan parliament
Broadcast Pro
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Palestinian documentary ‘LYD' to screen in Berlin
The Palestinian documentary LYD by filmmakers Rami Younis, a Palestinian filmmaker, writer and journalist, and Sarah Ema Friedland, a New York-based documentary filmmaker, will be screened in the Cultural Center 'SPORE initiative' in Berlin on March 22 at 7 pm. LYD presents a sci-fi documentary narrative, tracing the trajectory of Lyd, a 5,000-year-old metropolis that transformed from a vibrant Palestinian town to a conquered entity following the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. Through an array of characters, the film weaves a tapestry of the Palestinian experience in this city, highlighting the enduring impact of the massacre and expulsion. MAD Solutions is the worldwide distributor and sales agent for the film. The film recently received the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Houston Palestine Film Festival and the Audience Choice Award for Feature Films at the San Diego Arab Film Festival. LYD also received the Best Asian Feature Award at the Pramana Asian Film Festival, earned two mentions at the Sguardi Altrove International Women's Film Festival, and won both a Jury Award for Best Documentary and the inaugural FIPRESCI Award at the fourth edition of the Amman International Film Festival – Awal Film. The film has garnered attention at festivals, including Pune, Middle East Now, Al Ard, Reel Palestine, Palestinian, and Melbourne Science Fiction. Moreover, it has had multiple screenings worldwide, including extensive showings across the US, Jordan, Italy and Australia. Roger Waters, the movie's executive producer, is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and composer known for co-founding the rock band Pink Floyd in 1965, where he served as its bassist.
