insert_link Namibia Stable Fuel Prices: Ministry of Mines and Energy Confirms Unchanged Petrol and Diesel Rates for March The Mines and Energy ministry has declared that there will be no adjustments in the prices of both petrol and diesel for the month of March. Economist Stella-Maris Amadhila, representing the ministry, delivered this announcement. todayMarch 5, 2024 33
insert_link South Africa ANC Secretary General Addresses Corruption Concerns in Candidate Selection Process In addressing concerns over corruption within its ranks, Fikile Mbalula, the Secretary General of the ANC, revealed that the party is actively considering allegations against its members during the finalization of the candidate selection process. The National Executive Committee convened to conclude candidate lists for provincial legislature and Parliament ahead of the Independent Electoral Commission's impending Friday deadline. Mbalula emphasized that the NEC will thoroughly examine all names, taking into […] todayMarch 5, 2024 2
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Council Greenlights Rocky Crest Extension 8 Township for Urban Housing Demand The Windhoek Municipal Council has approved the establishment of Rocky Crest Extension 8, a new township spanning 25 hectares with 227 erven. Aimed at meeting the rising demand for urban housing, the extension is positioned south of Rocky Crest, along Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Road's eastern boundary and Bernt Carlson Road's northwestern boundary. Lydia Amutenya, the City's spokesperson, provided the update. todayMarch 5, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Landless People’s Movement Marks Fifth-Year Milestone with Vibrant Celebration in Tsumeb Lifalaza Simataa, a member of the Landless People's Movement, divulged insights into the dynamic festivities commemorating the party's fifth anniversary in Tsumeb. The celebration unfolded over the weekend, encompassing events in both Tsumeb on the second of March and Grootfontein on the third. todayMarch 5, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 5 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Recent Developments in Finance and Business: Avo SuperShop, Canal+’s MultiChoice Bid, Global Market Updates In the dynamic landscape of finance and business, recent announcements and developments have caught the attention of investors and consumers alike. From the successful growth of Nedbank Namibia's Avo SuperShop to Canal+'s strategic move towards acquiring MultiChoice, and the latest updates in global markets, these events reflect the ever-evolving nature of the economic world. Nedbank Namibia's Avo SuperShop Flourishes: Nedbank Namibia proudly announces the remarkable expansion of its Avo SuperShop, […] todayMarch 5, 2024 9
insert_link World Ex-Twitter execs say Musk owes them over $120 million Former Twitter executives fired by Elon Musk have filed a lawsuit accusing the billionaire of owing them more than one hundred twenty-eight million dollars in severance pay. Musk slashed the social media platform's headcount after buying the company in 2022. With the report, here's Ira Spitzer. todayMarch 5, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa DA Urges Immediate Investigation into Alleged Cash Bribes Involving South African National Assembly Speaker The Democratic Alliance in South Africa is calling for a swift probe into allegations of cash bribes implicating the Speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. She is mentioned in an affidavit related to a corruption case against a Defence Force contractor, who alleges that Mapisa-Nqakula sought over two million rand in bribes during her term as Defence Minister. Mapisa-Nqakula, asserting her innocence, pledges full cooperation with the investigation. DA […] todayMarch 5, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Prosecutor General Awaits Case Docket on Okahandja Robbery Suspects’ Deaths Prosecutor General Martha Imalwa has confirmed that she has not yet received the case docket related to the deaths of five suspected robbers in Okahandja. This statement comes seven days after the Namibian Police had pledged to hand over the docket to her office. Despite the earlier announcement by National Police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, who stated the docket would be sent by February 27, Imalwa clarified, saying she […] todayMarch 5, 2024 8
insert_link Sport Arsenal hit Sheff Utd for six to set record scoring streak Arsenal entered the record books as a 6-0 demolition of Sheffield United on Monday kept the Gunners on Liverpool and Manchester City's tails in the Premier League title race. Martin Odegaard, Jayden Bogle's own goal, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz and Declan Rice put the visitors 5-0 at half-time before Ben White rounded off the scoring. Mikel Arteta's men become te first side to ever win three consecutive away games […] todayMarch 5, 2024 4