Migrant crisis: Germany to release funds to help regions cope

An estimated 18,000 migrants reached Germany over the weekend
An estimated 18,000 migrants reached Germany over the weekend

Germany's coalition government has agreed to spend 6bn euros (£4.4bn) to support record numbers of migrants and other measures to deal with the influx.

 

Critics at home have accused Chancellor Angela Merkel of creating a dangerous precedent by opening Germany's borders.

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Doping needs our collective action

As such, we are now one step away from the shame of being labelled amongst the world’s worst offenders. This is a national embarrassment that demands an immediate, united response from every corner of our society. Pointing fingers is useless, we must all hold up our hands and play our part in the dealing with this matter.To our government and the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), the call is for the to adopt decisive leadership and...

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