insert_link South Africa SA High Court to Deliver Electronic Ruling on Jacob Zuma’s Election Eligibility Today, the High Court in Johannesburg will electronically issue a ruling regarding former president Jacob Zuma's eligibility to run in the elections as the uMkhonto we Sizwe party candidate. The party is contesting the Electoral Commission's decision disqualifying Zuma based on his criminal record. Zuma contends that his presidency termination was premature and asserts having unfinished matters. Judge Lebogang Modiba indicates that the court might delay providing reasons to adhere […] todayApril 9, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics 09 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Latest Financial Highlights: Growth, Strength, Collaboration, and Market Insights The Namibia Depository Guarantee Authority reported a growth in its investment value to N$16.2 million by the end of the 2022 financial year, attributed to received premiums and interest earnings. Florette Nakusera, NDGA's head, affirmed the security of the fund's assets, which were invested in line with approved policies and guidelines. South Africa's rand saw a boost following central bank data indicating a rise in foreign reserves last month. By […] todayApril 9, 2024 10
insert_link Sport Rudi Voeller extends deal as Germany sporting director until 2026 Rudi Voeller extended his contract as sporting director of the German national team until the end of the 2026 World Cup, the German football federation (DFB) announced Monday. "Rudi Voeller will remain director of the Germany men's national team until beyond Euro 2024," wrote the DFB in a statement on its website. "The 1990 FIFA World Cup winner's contract has been extended until the end of the next edition […] todayApril 9, 2024 2
insert_link Sport Tuchel wants Bayern to inflict pain on ‘amazing’ Arsenal Thomas Tuchel wants Bayern Munich to make "amazing" Arsenal suffer Champions League pain once again as the crisis-torn Bundesliga side try to salvage their season. Tuchel's team are on the brink of surrendering the German title for the first time in 12 years after a brutal domestic campaign. Bayern are 16 points adrift of leaders Bayer Leverkusen following four defeats in their last eight league games, with Tuchel set […] todayApril 9, 2024
insert_link Sport Matsuyama ‘preparing hard’ for another Masters crown Hideki Matsuyama, who snapped a two-year win drought in February, is pushing himself to peak this week at Augusta National, where he already owns a historic Masters title. World number 12 Matsuyama became the first Japanese man to win a major golf crown by capturing the 2021 Masters, edging American Will Zalatoris by a stroke. "To be able to win this tournament was a thrill beyond thrills," Matsuyama […] todayApril 9, 2024 1
insert_link World Total solar eclipse wows Americans In past moments, North America has experienced a once-in-a-lifetime event: a full solar eclipse — a rarity over a continuous stretch of land. It was the first time in hundreds of years that the phenomenon passed over huge swathes of the continent. Our US correspondent Benji Hyer was watching the historic astronomical occurrence. todayApril 9, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa Western Cape Education MEC Announces Closure of Schools in Cape Winelands and Overberg Districts David Maynier, the Western Cape Education MEC in South Africa, declares the continued closure of schools in the Cape Winelands and Overberg education districts. This decision comes in response to the impact of severe weather conditions and anticipated risks. Maynier reveals that approximately 365 schools have been affected, affecting around 240,000 learners. todayApril 9, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Namibia Economic Freedom FightersDeputy President Upholds Man’s Actions in Assaulting Swapo Member Longinus Iipumbu, deputy president of Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters and a member of parliament, has come to the defense of Moses Ndjene, who slapped a Swapo member during a party event in Mix Settlement, Windhoek. Iipumbu contends that Ndjene acted appropriately, defending himself and others frustrated by the perceived lack of progress in development programs. He accuses Swapo of deceiving the nation for 34 years. NEFF reportedly awarded Ndjene N$1,000 […] todayApril 9, 2024 10
insert_link Sport Frattesi late show pushes Inter close to title glory Davide Frattesi fired Inter Milan one step closer to the Serie A title with his last-gasp winner in Monday's comeback 2-1 victory at struggling Udinese. Italy midfielder Frattesi poked home the decisive goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time in Udine to maintain Inter's 14-point lead at the top of the table with seven matches left in the season. Inter looked to be heading for a draw as […] todayApril 9, 2024 7