insert_link Business / Economics IJG Ghost Biz – 8 February 2024 Gary speaks to The Ghost about DRDGOLD, Multichoice, Sun International, and portfolio company Hudaco. https://iono.fm/e/1404078 todayFebruary 9, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Partial Reinstatement of Metrorail Services in Western Cape Amidst Vandalism Disruptions Metrorail in the Western Cape has announced the partial reinstatement of train services following severe disruptions caused by vandalism between Bellville and Tygerberg stations. Operational lines now include the Cape Flats Line, Cape Town to Heathfield via Athlone and the Southern Line, Cape Town to Fish Hoek via Wynberg. Efforts are underway to restore the Central Line. Spokesperson Zinobulali Mihi stated that dedicated technicians have been working tirelessly around the […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 26
Namibia Government Leaning Against Proposal to Fly President Geingob’s Body Across Country for Public Farewell Senior government officials are reportedly inclined to reject a proposal to fly President Hage Geingob's body across the country for citizens to pay their last respects. Concerns over safety risks and logistical challenges have been cited as reasons against the idea. A government source emphasized the numerous risks involved in such a plan. While the proposal was allegedly discussed within the funeral planning committee, indications suggest it will not be […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics Spotlight Feature – Ally Angula Learn more about the well known Namibian businesswoman, analyst and advisor, and now presidential contender. https://iono.fm/e/1404083 todayFebruary 9, 2024 64
insert_link Business / Economics The Alexforbes Lead Story – 8 February 2024 David speaks to Itemate Solutions COO, Robert van Breukelen, about innovations in the telco sector. https://iono.fm/e/1404086 todayFebruary 9, 2024 33
insert_link Sport Theegala grabs early lead at rain-hit PGA Phoenix Open Sahith Theegala fired a six-under par 65 in cold, windy and rainy conditions on Thursday to grab the lead at the PGA Phoenix Open when darkness halted the first round. The 26-year-old American, who was third at TPC Scottsdale in 2022, made seven birdies against a lone bogey to top the leaderboard. "I played really well," Theegala said. "It's not often where every part of the game clicks during the […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 8
insert_link APO International United States, Zambia, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Host Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Forum to Strengthen Investment in Lobito Corridor His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, Amos Hochstein, Senior Advisor to President Biden, and Samaila Zubairu, President and CEO of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org) convened the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Lobito Corridor Private Sector Investor Forum in Lusaka today. This is the first PGI Investor Forum outside the United States, bringing together over 250 business and government leaders from Angola, the Democratic […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Khomas tops prices for bread and oil Residents of Khomas referred to as Zone 2, have experienced a slightly higher inflation rate of 5.7%, while those in the northern regions, known as Zone 1, saw a slightly lower rate of 5.5%. The southern regions, or Zone 3, which includes Omaheke and Erongo, experienced the lowest inflation at 5%. According to Namibia Statistics Agency spokesperson, Mirjam Shihepo, in terms of consumer goods prices, Khomas stood out with the […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 58
insert_link World Pakistan blocks internet access on polling day As Pakistan votes to elect a new government today, internet services have been suspended across the country due to 'heightened security concerns'. Pakistan's poll body claims the Election Commission did not instruct the government to cut off internet services. Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. todayFebruary 8, 2024 26