Samsung just became the first company in South Korea to allow its staff to work 64 hours weekly instead of the normal 52. The government approved this change for chip-making researchers. Officials hope longer hours will help Samsung beat competitors. The labor ministry gave permission on April 9 after laws changed on March 14. All research staff must work these extra hours.
There is no word if Samsung workers will earn more money for working twelve additional hours each week. The extended schedule runs six months before Samsung needs fresh approval. Previously, companies could only stretch work hours for three months at a time. Other chip companies plan similar requests as they race against each other. Labor officials say firms can...
Army officials warned troublemakers against causing election violence before voting happens next year. Major General Stephen Mugerwa spoke at a security meeting with government politicians, religious people, and local leaders in Mukono District. Politicians complained about opposition groups called Ggaali that claim they protect votes but allegedly attack ruling party members. One lady said these groups hurt NRM supporters at night, making them afraid to wear yellow party colors. The army leader promised tough action against anyone disturbing the peace during elections.
He mentioned previous problems where security forces fought back against protesters. Police commander Bernard Mugerwa said officers started teaching voters about...
The court gave musician Bebe Cool permission for police to check comedian Alex Muhangi's YouTube channels. Magistrate Nicholas Aisu made this decision Thursday after Bebe accused Muhangi of stealing his content across 15 videos, including some shown on NTV. Bebe filed complaints claiming Muhangi broke copyright laws between December 2017 and December 2024. Police inspector Ricky Wasswa leads the investigation, with state attorney Mercy Yamangusho helping request court approval.
Muhangi fought against the request, calling Bebe "greedy and confused" because he had already paid him for using the content. The judge dismissed these objections as mere attempts to block justice. He said the application had proper evidence backing it up. The...
Education Director Ismael Mulindwa suddenly quit his job after a stern order from Permanent Secretary Dr Kedrace Turyagyenda demanding that he leave office on March 31. He handed everything over to the Basic Education Commissioner, Dr Cleophus Mugenyi. The Inspectorate of Government has been investigating Mulindwa for lying about his age to stay employed past 60, the official retirement age. Retired teacher Abdallah Kimeze complained about this misconduct last September, sending letters to several officials, including Education Minister Janet Kataaha Museveni. Kimeze accused Mulindwa of serious dishonesty regarding his records.
Kimeze claims Mulindwa was actually born in 1962 but falsely listed 1969 as his birth year on official...
Top military brass, Michael Nyambuya, thinks social media might wreck Zimbabwe's safety. The retired army leader spoke at Mazowe's Defence University about online dangers. He believes fake stories, nasty posts, and aggressive language threaten national security right across the country. Parliament must step up fast before things spin out of control. Lawmakers need fresh rules to handle these digital problems.
Nyambuya praised current cyber laws but wants them stronger. He told everyone that misinformation spreads like wildfire online these days. Parliament exists to make laws, watch over government actions, and represent regular people. It needs to distribute money properly among security services. The former general feels all...
President Mnangagwa opened the completely rebuilt Mbare Musika Market today. The market introduces a fresh standard for clean, safe trading spaces in Harare. Traders benefit from nonstop security cameras, plenty of water, proper toilets, washing areas, plus trash collection systems. Customers can park safely when visiting the bustling marketplace. Officials designed everything to help small businesses thrive.
Market staff explained that traders can grab loans right inside the building to grow their businesses. The government promised affordable stall prices for local sellers, with exact costs coming later today. Shoppers will find helpers carrying purchases, daily cleaning happening everywhere, products arranged clearly for easy...
Boxing star Bukom Banku grabbed control of the local Astroturf pitch without permission. He kicked out the official team previously appointed to run things last year. The famous fighter dared unhappy residents to complain directly to President Mahama since he claims he acts for the community's benefit.
Banku boldly declared himself the new caretaker—nobody could bully him. He told people they might report him to national leaders, but payments must come straight to him anyway. The retired boxer plans to collect money from all facility users. He stated that these funds would help maintain the sports ground for everyone. Banku insisted someone must manage the community park, but not just anybody deserves this role.
The unauthorized...
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin slammed the government after agents tried to arrest MP Rev Ntim Fordjour. He spoke at the lawmaker's home where party members gathered to show support. The leader called this action a bad move away from democratic values. He warned that four years might seem distant, but time passes quickly.
Afenyo-Markin stressed that democracy works through talking, not threats. He made clear that having different opinions isn't against the law. The government should respond with words instead of sending armed officers after elected officials. The opposition wants cooperation if discussions happen respectfully within democratic rules. They refuse any form of pressure tactics.
The Minority Leader promised...
Former NPP supporter Hopeson Adorye feels very hurt about being kicked out of his party. He told United Television in Accra that feeling bitter makes sense after all he did for the group. The party removed him last year because he backed Alan Kyerematen's Movement for Change instead of staying loyal. Adorye learned about his removal from news reports rather than directly from party leaders. He wouldn't say if he might rejoin NPP someday.
The expulsion happened when several important members left to help Kyerematen run for president outside the party. NPP officials called this behavior disloyal. Adorye spent many years helping the party win elections before this split. He thinks the way they treated him shows no respect for his past...
