insert_link Namibia Namibian Government Urges Removal of Sanctions on Zimbabwe The Namibian Government is advocating for the unconditional lifting of all economic sanctions imposed on the Republic of Zimbabwe. The United States recently imposed sanctions on Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa and other officials, including Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. These sanctions, which restrict unofficial travel to the United States, replace a two-decade-long program against Zimbabwe. The Namibian Government, through the International Relations and Cooperation minister Peya Mushelenga, stated in a Thursday […] todayMarch 8, 2024 5
insert_link Business / Economics 08 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Insights: NPTH Dividends, Sanlam’s Profit Surge, Currency and Oil Market Updates In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, recent developments have provided a comprehensive snapshot of economic trends and indicators. From Namibia's Post and Telecommunications Holdings (NPTH) disbursing significant dividends to South African insurer Sanlam's impressive profit surge, let's delve into the latest financial highlights and explore the current market dynamics. NPTH's Financial Contribution to Namibia Since its establishment in 1992, Namibia Post and Telecommunications Holdings (NPTH) has been a pivotal […] todayMarch 8, 2024 15
insert_link World North Korean women are now the breadwinners – and shifting this deeply patriarchal society towards a matriarchy Small shops, many run by women, are a common sight in North Korea. Lesley Parker Gemma Ware, The Conversation High heels, lace and handbags. In recent decades, there’s been a huge shift in the role of North Korean women and the choices they’re able to make – including what they wear. In this episode of The Conversation Weekly podcast, we hear about new research on how North Korean women are […] todayMarch 8, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Action Society Highlights Urgent Child Safety Concerns in South Africa, Urges Collective Effort South Africa's Action Society has identified a pressing challenge in South Africa concerning the safety of children, emphasizing the vulnerability illustrated by the Joslin Smith case. Commending the Western Cape police for questioning persons of interest in Joslin's disappearance, the organization calls attention to the critical issue. With a monthly average of over 1,300 reported kidnapping cases, Kaylynn Palm from Action Society advocates for equal attention to all cases. She […] todayMarch 8, 2024 9
insert_link World Biden prepares for State of the Union address In a developing story. US President Joseph Biden will be looking to ease fears about his age during the high-stakes State of the Union speech. Biden will lay out his administration's successes, while contrasting his vision for the future with that of his likely rival for the White House Donald Trump. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayMarch 8, 2024 13
insert_link Sport Rybakina wary of wind ahead of Indian Wells defence Indian Wells reigning women's champion Elena Rybakina will focus on mastering tricky desert conditions as she launches the defence of her title on Friday. The WTA number four opens her campaign against Argentine Nadia Podoroska in the second round after receiving a bye at the Tennis Garden in California. The Kazakh is wary of the challenge posed by the wind at the desert venue, admitting there is really nothing […] todayMarch 8, 2024 4
insert_link Sport Nunez brace helps Liverpool sink Sparta as Salah returns Darwin Nunez's brace brought Liverpool within sight of the Europa League quarter-finals as they clinched a 5-1 win in the first leg of the last-16 phase at Sparta Prague on Thursday. Star striker Mohamed Salah returned to the squad as a second-half substitute from an injury that had allowed him to only play 46 minutes for Liverpool since his early retreat from the African Cup of Nations in January. […] todayMarch 8, 2024 1
insert_link World US to build Gaza port for aid deliveries US President Joseph Biden will announce in his State of the Union speech that US forces will create a temporary port on Gaza's coast to increase humanitarian aid deliveries. Biden has been under pressure from within his own party to do more to alleviate the suffering of Palestinians stuck in the Gaza Strip. From Washington, Nick Harper reports . todayMarch 8, 2024 27
insert_link 2 Business / Economics Spotlight – 7 March 2024 Laimi finds out more about professional hunter and self-taught photographer, Jofie Lamprecht. https://iono.fm/e/1413366 todayMarch 8, 2024 4011 2