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Vuyo Mjimba

Vuyo Mjimba

Chief Research Specialist, Human Sciences Research Council
I am biotechnologist turned social scientist. I hold a BSc in Applied Biology and Biochemistry, MSc in Biotechnology and PhD in Development Policy and Practice. I am sustainable development research with interest in international development i.e. industrialisation, value chain analysis, policy analysis, climate change and the green economy.

Africa can get more from its minerals by building industries to service mines

Oct 09, 2018 13:01 pm UTC| Insights & Views

Multinational firms from Europe, North America and more recently China still dominate the extraction and refining of most of minerals mined in Africa with minimal roles for African firms. From these minerals, foreign...

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Economy

Polish economy begins 2019 on strong footing, retail sales likely to have accelerated in January

Polands initial hard data for 2019 show that the biggest economy in Central Europe is still doing quite well in spite of a visible deceleration in the German manufacturing. The data published yesterday and today by the...

UK gilts gain after January consumer inflation disappoints investors; 10-year auction in focus

The United Kingdoms gilts gained during Wednesdays afternoon session, after the countrys consumer price inflation (CPI) data for the month of January, disappointed market participants, also down from the previous reading...

German bunds remain narrowly ahead of Q4 2018 GDP, Eurozone December trade balance

The German bunds remained narrowly mixed during European session Wednesday ahead of the countrys gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2018, scheduled to be released on February 14 by 07:00GMT and the...

USD/SGD likely to trade lower in line with rebound in EUR and CNH, says Scotiabank

The USD/SGD currency pair is expected to trade lower in line with a rebound in the EUR and the CNH, according to the latest research report from Scotiabank. The SGD has been running a close correlation with the EUR and the...

JGBs continue mixed trading ahead of Q4’18 GDP data amid lingering hopes of U.S.-China trade deal

The Japanese government bonds continued to trade mixed towards the end of Asian session Wednesday, as investors await the countrys gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of this year, scheduled to be released...

Politics

Vladimir Putin Set to Deliver State of the Nation Address Amid Significant Popularity Decline

Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia will deliver his state of the nation address on Feb. 20. It was reported that this would be his first address to the houses of parliament since being re-elected to the presidency for...

Donald Trump Wants to Cancel $929 Bullet Rail Funding; California Gov. Gavin Newsom Called the Move ‘Political Retribution’

Donald Trump is threatening to cancel the $929 high-speed rail grant to California. The White House stated on Tuesday, Feb. 19, that the administration is looking into every legal option to recover $2.5 billion funds that...

Donald Trump to Sign Smaller Border Wall Funding to Avoid Another Government Shutdown

After a 35-day shutdown, the government has temporarily reopened but what happens after the Feb. 15 deadline is still quite uncertain. However, there are reports that United States President Donald Trump will most likely...

Vladimir Putin’s Aide Tackles Alleged Russian Interference in 2016 U.S. Presidential Election; Writes Choice Is an ‘Illusion’

The relationship of Russian President Vladimir Putin and United States President Donald Trump has been a highly debated topic. Many critics believe the Russian government interfered with the election that Trump won in...

Melania Trump 2019: ‘Hidden Message’ in First Lady’s Dress at Donald Trump’s State of Union Address Demystified

United States first lady Melania Trumps fashion choices are often interpreted by people on social media and the press as having hidden messages. So Mrs. Trumps stylist, Hervé Pierre, was quick to dismiss any...

Science

Cancer Cure 2019: Experts Doubt Israeli Company’s Promise of Delivering ‘Complete Cure’ in 1 Year

Scientists from Israel recently announced they are one year away from delivering a complete cure to cancer. But some experts are explaining why the promised time frame is questionable. In late January, scientists and...

HIV/AIDS Cure 2019: Study of HIV ‘Accessory Protein’ Can Lead to Improved Treatment Plans for Patients

Aside from continuously researching for the absolute cure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), scientists are also working on improving the treatment plans for infected...

Cancer Cure Found in One of World’s Most Rare Elements That Caused Dinosaur’s Extinction?

Iridium is one of the elements believed to have contributed to the extinction of dinosaurs. And, recently, scientists announced it is possible that it could also help them develop a cure for cancer. Scientists from...

HIV/AIDS Cure 2019: Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address Includes 10-Year Program to Weaken Epidemic

U.S. President Donald Trump will reportedly pledge on immensely diminishing the human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) epidemic while scientists are still looking for the ultimate...

HIV/AIDS Cure 2019: New Research Grants Focus on Body's Natural Control of the Virus Post-Treatment

Scientists around the world are exploring various angles to further understand HIV/AIDS and find a cure. Several research grants were previously awarded to groups who are aiming to focus on post-treatment control. The...

Technology

iPad Mini Latest News & Update: Price Cuts Rumored, Cost Pushing Customers Away

While there is a case to be made with regards to the purchase of the iPad Mini 4, the products undeniable price issue has turned many customers away. The device is smaller, thus making it more portable, but it is also more...

PS5 Latest News & Update: Big Announcement Rumored, Microsoft Desperate to Beat Sony This Time

The competition in the gaming console world is beginning to heat up if reports with regards to upcoming announcements are anything to go by. Basically, Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo are expected to make some big reveals...

'Cyberpunk 2077' Latest News & Update: No Sausage Fest, Microtransactions or ‘Fortnite’ Ambitions

Even though a lot of people are eagerly waiting for the time when Cyberpunk 2077 is finally released, there is still so much about the game that is not known by the public. It would seem that CD Projekt Red is finally...

‘AirPods 2’ Release Date, Latest News & Update: Wireless Earphones Speculated to Come Out Alongside AirPower Charger

The release date of AirPods 2 has yet to be announced but the web is rife with rumors that it will drop sometime in the spring. The wireless earphones are speculated to make its first public appearance at Apples special...

‘World of Warcraft Classic’ Release Date, Latest News & Update: The Raid Dungeons that Players Can Tackle in the Rekindling

World of Warcraft Classic will be launching sometime this summer and hardcore fans of the franchise are excited to dive deep into the sea of nostalgia. The developers have already confirmed that the game will be similar to...

Digital Currency

SEC’s rule change of timeline for BTC ETF approvals

A glimpse at cyclical effects of crypto-market price volatility and hedge fund firms

US SEC and CFTC’s eagle eye on crypto-derivatives, Duos to work jointly to keep regulatory frameworks more conducive and effective

Law

Why a government would be mad to advise the refusal of royal assent to a bill passed against its will

How safe is Australia? The numbers show public attacks are rare and on the decline

Animal activists v private landowners: what does the law say?

Life

Young people drowning in a rising tide of perfectionism

Maths: should English schools look to Switzerland rather than Shanghai for inspiration?

Two years after Québec mosque killings, Islamophobia continues to rise

Nature

Green buildings must do more to fix our climate emergency

Our 'bee-eye camera' helps us support bees, grow food and protect the environment

The world's shellfish are under threat as our oceans become more acidic

Sports

Kevin Durant Free Agency 2019: New York Knicks Could Acquire Warriors Superstar and Kyrie Irving, NBA Pundit Claim

Anthony Davis Free Agency 2019: Celtics Not a Long-Term Goal for Pelican Superstar, Per NBA Insider

Kawhi Leonard Free Agency 2019: News Scarce Regarding Superstar’s Decision; Analysts Maintain Clippers as Best Bet

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro: Singapore dollar rises gradually against U.S. dollar, stay bearish

FxWirePro: FOMC's Minutes less dovish than feared, stay long USD/JPY above 110-EMA (110.91)

FxWirePro:Nikkei declines slightly on profit booking, good to buy on dips

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REUTERS POLL-JAPAN FY2019 GDP FORECAST +0.7 PCT, FY2020 +0.5 PCT (VS +0.8 PCT, +0.6 PCT IN JAN POLL)
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CHINA'S ONSHORE YUAN STRENGTHENS PAST 6.7 PER DOLLAR
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JGB RE-OFFER AUCTION HIGHEST YIELD SPREAD -0.007%
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AUReserve Assets Total

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60526 AUD

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61875 AUD

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AUParticipation Rate

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65.7 %

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65.6 %

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65.6 %

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