insert_link World Egyptian Activists Show Solidarity With Gazans, but the Price Can Be Jail By Fatma Khaled Hundreds of Egyptians are pressuring their government to let them form an international civilian convoy to escort lifesaving humanitarian aid into Gaza after six months of deprivation has pushed many to the brink of starvation if not famine. In a related rare challenge to the Egyptian government — a protest in solidarity with Gaza on April 3 by dozens of activists — the regime responded […] todayApril 9, 2024 27
Science & Technology We saw one of the most powerful magnets in the Universe come to life – and our theories can’t quite explain it Artist’s impression of a magnetar. Carl Knox, OzGrav/Swinburne University of Technology Marcus Lower, CSIRO; Gregory Desvignes, Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, and Patrick Weltevrede, University of Manchester After a decade of silence, one of the most powerful magnets in the universe suddenly burst back to life in late 2018. The reawakening of this “magnetar”, a city-sized star named XTE J1810-197 born from a supernova explosion, was an incredibly violent […] todayApril 9, 2024 21
Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Shaun Gariseb Advocates for Cow Debt Relief: A Call to Action Leonard Witbeen/Date: April 9, 2024 Shaun Gariseb, a prominent advocate for community welfare, has taken a bold step towards addressing the pressing issue of cow debt relief in Windhoek. In a recent statement, Gariseb announced plans to mobilize support for those excluded from existing relief efforts and reject what he views as inadequate offers from the city. The Katutura Central Committee representative emphasized the importance of inclusivity in relief efforts, […] todayApril 9, 2024 17
insert_link World South Korean leaders make final push ahead of Wednesday election Rival parties in South Korea are making the final push for votes ahead of Wednesdays parliamentary election. Leaders have been campaigning in battleground areas in a race that is expected to result in another minority government. todayApril 9, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa The Democratic Alliance in South Africa Vows to Enhance Functionality and Public Trust in South Africa’s Courts The Democratic Alliance in South Africa reaffirms its dedication to ensuring the optimal functioning of every court in the country and restoring public confidence in the justice system. This pledge follows an oversight visit to magistrates’ and high courts in Pretoria, revealing concerning inadequacies such as empty courtrooms, staff shortages, and operational irregularities exacerbating case delays. Glynnis Breytenbach of the DA emphasizes the need for improvements, including budgetary autonomy and […] todayApril 9, 2024 43
insert_link World A vote on Palestine’s admission to the UN could happen soon A decision on whether to admit Palestine as a permanent member of the United Nations might be decided in the coming days. The UN Security Council referred the matter to its admissions committee for consideration. Once this process is complete, the committee could recommend immediate admission. Jody Jacobs reports on what will happen next. todayApril 9, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Rollout of Housing System Phase 1 Scheduled After Launch of National Housing Information System Two years after Urban and Rural Development Minister Erastus Uutoni officially launched the National Housing Information System, the Ministry, in partnership with the Namibia Statistics Agency, is gearing up to initiate the first phase rollout of the Namibia Housing System. This rollout will encompass over 30 local authorities and one regional council and is scheduled to occur from April 15 to May 15, 2024. Further elaboration on this plan is […] todayApril 9, 2024 44
Namibia Windhoek Municipality Extends Debt Relief Deadline for Pensioners; Shaun Gariseb of Katutura Central Residents Committee Weighs In The Windhoek municipality has declared an extension of the debt relief deadline for pensioners, now rescheduled for May 31, 2024, from the earlier mentioned date of April 15. Shaun Gariseb, representing the Katutura Central Residents Committee, has provided insights on this announcement. todayApril 9, 2024 39
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Equitable Economic Empowerment Bill Nears Completion Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila announces that the Equitable Economic Empowerment Framework Bill is in its final stages, emphasizing its objective to guarantee just allocation, ownership, and administration of Namibia's scarce resources. ENG Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila NEEEF todayApril 9, 2024 56