UN concerned about weapons transfers in Ukraine conflict

UN concerned about weapons transfers in Ukraine conflict

The United Nations has once again called for adherence to International law in the supply of weapons to Ukraine. Russia's Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov was present at Monday's UN Security Council meeting. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

January 23, 2024 4

Namibia

President Geingob Commended for Transparency Regarding Cancer Diagnosis

Namibian President Hage Geingob's decision to openly disclose his cancer diagnosis and announce a break from official duties has received praise. Tangeni Amupadhi, the editor of The Namibian, commends Geingob for his transparency, believing it will not only encourage other Namibian men to undergo testing but also serve as a catalyst for government-funded medical development initiatives. Amupadhi emphasized the significance of Geingob's openness in challenging societal norms, especially among Namibian […]

January 23, 2024 6

World

EU Foreign ministers meet to discuss middle east crisis

Foreign Ministers from European Union member states are pushing for a peace plan between Israel and Palestinians at a meeting on Monday. Along with the foreign chiefs of the 27 nation bloc - representatives from Israel and the Palestinian territories are also attending. Ishan Garg reports from Brussels where the meeting is taking place.

January 22, 2024 19

Namibia

Vehicle sales increase by 17% in 2023

New data shows that vehicle sales increased by 17% in 2023 to 12,775 units compared to 10,919 units sold in 2022. This marks the highest total of new vehicles sold in the country since 2017. December 2023 witnessed a downturn, with a year-on-year decline of 11.7% and a month-on-month drop of 28.2%, totaling 841 units. Halleluya Ndimulunde from Simonis and Storm has more.

January 22, 2024 44

APO International

Uganda: Museveni Commits to Push For Prosperity Among G77+China Members As The Third South Summit Closes In Kampala

“In the one year in which you have entrusted me to head the organization, I will push those three points; Production of goods and services, dealing with the issue of markets and the issue of the infrastructure. We must be able to link producers of goods and services and the consumers,” President Museveni said. While speaking to the Heads of State and Government representatives during the closing session of the […]

January 22, 2024 6

Business / Economics

German train drivers union declares snap strike

Commuters in Germany are being warned to expect major disruption after the country's train drivers union announced a snap strike. It comes as part of a long-running pay dispute between workers and the country's national rail firm Deutsche Bahn. Trent Murray reports from Berlin.

January 22, 2024 37

Africa

Cameroon rolls out world’s first Malaria vaccine

Cameroon is rolling out the world's first routine vaccine programme against malaria, in a global fight projected to save thousands of children's lives across Africa. Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Accra.

January 22, 2024 75

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Namibia

Hendrik Gaobaeb elected president of United Democratic Front

Sesfontein constituency councilor and Kunene Regional Council chairperson Hendrik Gaobaeb has secured victory to become the new president of the United Democratic Front. He was elected at the party’s elective congress at Swakopmund. Gaobaeb clinched the presidency with 127 votes, surpassing former president Apius !Auchab, who received 77 votes, and vice president Dudu Murorua, who garnered 54 votes. Social Commentator Lee Garises.

January 22, 2024 35 2

Namibia

Vice-President Mbumba attends Non-Aligned Movement Summit in Uganda

Vice-President Nangolo Mbumba attended the 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement in Uganda. The summit, serving as a key political platform for developing countries, focused on the importance of enhancing cooperation between South-South, North-South, and Triangular partnerships to effectively address the needs of developing nations.

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