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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Month: February 2024

2023 Results / Page 20 of 225

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World

US leaders optimistic of govt funding deal

The Speaker of the US House of Representatives says he is "very optimistic" Congress can agree to new funding to keep the government running before Friday's deadline. About a quarter of the government will shut down if there's no agreement on a new spending deal. Nick Harper reports from Washington.  

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South Africa

SA’s REAL411 Warns Against Election Misinformation, Calls for Vigilance

South Africa's REAL411 cautions against potential misinformation ahead of the elections, emphasizing the threat of disinformation to democracy. The organization advises citizens to carefully assess the credibility of news sources. In collaboration with major platforms such as Google and TikTok, the Electoral Commission is working to counter misinformation and reaffirms its commitment to democratic processes. REAL411 advocates for proactive measures against disinformation and urges political parties to refrain from spreading […]

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Namibia

Namibia’s Electoral Commission Deregisters Three Political Parties and Six Organizations

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has deregistered three political parties - the Democratic Coalition of Namibia, the Federal Convention of Namibia Party, and the Namibia Democratic Movement for Change Party. Additionally, six associations or organizations have also been deregistered. Local Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah provides insights into the reasons behind their deregistration.  

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Namibia

Potential N$723 Million Monthly Burden on Taxpayers for Increased Pension and Disability Grants

Fulfilling the late President Hage Geingob's proposal to raise Namibia's pension and disability grants from N$1,400 to N$3,000 could cost taxpayers approximately N$723 million monthly. Even with a more modest increase to N$2,000, taxpayers would still bear a monthly burden of N$482 million. The anticipation among 241,016 beneficiaries has been high, following Geingob's New Year's message expressing his hope for the increase. The Finance Minister, Iipumbu Shiimi, is expected to […]

todayFebruary 28, 2024 6

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Africa

Fighting intensifies in eastern DRC

The United Nations says two rockets landed close to a base of UN peacekeepers during clashes between the M23 rebels and government forces in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday. No casualties were reported among the peacekeepers.

todayFebruary 27, 2024 30

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Namibia

Nationwide consultations for NDP6 kick off   

The National Planning Commission has started public consultations nationwide for the Sixth National Development Programme, encouraging citizen participation until 29 March 2024. The inclusive approach aims to gather contributions from citizens across all regions and constituencies, ensuring their voices shape Namibia’s development agenda. Salomei Hei, the Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence.

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Namibia

Namibia addresses ICJ on Israel’s actions in Palestine

Namibia has presented oral statements at The International Court of Justice concerning Israel's actions in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. The country was represented by Justice Minister Yvonne Dausab and International lawyer Phoebe Okowa. Dausab stressed to the ICJ Namibia's moral obligation to address the issue, citing historical context and invoking late president Hage Geingob's condemnation of violence in Gaza. Their focus was on advocating for justice and peace in the […]

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