21 September - 1 pm news

President Nandi-Ndaitwah addresses the UN General Assembly, NORED suspends its CEO, and Tigray forces launch a major offensive in Ethiopia. Plus, the UK orders a review after another migrant boat crossing.

# Nandi-Ndaitwah backs woman for UN top post.... # Ten cattle test positive for foot-and-mouth disease.... # TotalEnergies takes over domestic fuel supply ..... # South Africa activist group calls for proper investigation into Sibiya case ......PLUS # US delegate walks out during Pezeshkian speech

# President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for woman to lead United Nations.... # Bulk fuel deal to save government N$220.5 million.... # Foot-and-mouth disease detected in FMD-free zone ..... # PepsiCo discontinues ProNutro in South Africa ......PLUS # Brent crude rises as Hormuz closure continues

# Parliamentary committee probes housing challenges.... #Two-thirds of children lack diverse diets... # TLU SA backs licensing of foot-and-mouth disease vaccine ......PLUS # Iran warns of “crushing force” after Trump threat

President Nandi-Ndaitwah engages world leaders at the UN General Assembly, Moroccans head to the polls, and Africa's digital economy eyes a US$700 billion future. Plus, UN chief Guterres renews the call for Security Council reform.