Eritrea: Assessment Meetings on Progress of Agricultural Activities

[[{"value":"The Ministry of Agriculture conducted an assessment of activities from April 16 to 19, focusing on the first quarter and the five-year strategic plan. These meetings took place in the Central, Anseba, and Gash Barka regions and were attended by over 400 individuals including the Minister of Agriculture, regional administrators, senior officials from the Ministry, and agricultural experts. During the meetings, reports were presented that centered on the key elements […]

April 22, 2024 6

Namibia

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Addressing Livestock Farming Concerns in Khorixas: Insights from Simson Mario /Ochurub, PR Officer of Khorixas Town Council

Livestock farming is an integral part of many rural communities, but when it encroaches upon urban areas, it can pose significant challenges. In Khorixas, Namibia, the Town Council has been grappling with a surge in livestock roaming within town boundaries, prompting a flurry of complaints from residents. Simson Mario /Ochurub, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Khorixas Town Council, sheds light on the council's efforts to address this pressing […]

April 22, 2024 44

World

Japan’s SDF searches for survivors of helicopter crash

Japan’s self defense force is searching for survivors after two of its helicopters crashed on Sunday killing at least one person. Seven others remain missing. Chris Gilbert reports.

April 22, 2024 19

South Africa

Eskom Continues Load-Shedding Suspension, Marks 26 Days Without Power Cuts

Eskom has announced the continued suspension of load-shedding until further notice, citing sustained generation capacity and ample emergency reserves. This marks 26 consecutive days without load-shedding, surpassing the previous record of 20 days in June 2022. The power utility plans to restore an additional 2,660 megawatts by the evening. Eskom reaffirms its commitment to eventually eliminating rotational power outages.

April 22, 2024 4

Sport

‘I have nothing to hide’ says motorsport boss Ben Sulayem

Motorsport boss Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he has "nothing to hide" and "I play by the rules" after being cleared of accusations that he interfered with the organisation of the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix. The president of governing body the FIA had been accused of asking officials "to find some concerns to prevent the FIA from certifying the (Las Vegas) circuit" before it hosted a grand prix […]

April 22, 2024 7

Namibia

B2Gold Layoffs: How Will It Be For the Affected Workers And Community?

B2Gold Namibia disclosed that the voluntary retrenchment initiative at its Otjikoto mine near Otjiwarongo, commenced in March last year, is set to persist throughout 2024. It clarified that the ongoing phase continues to be voluntary, with mandatory retrenchments scheduled for 2025. We sought Labor Expert Herbert Jauch's perspective on the matter. Business Researcher Josef Sheehama also weighed in.

April 22, 2024 90

Health / Medical

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Expert Tips for Stress Management: Insights from Cathy Kambanda

In honor of Stress Awareness Month, Cathy Kambanda, representing the National Mental Health Care Namibia, shares valuable advice on how to effectively manage stress in our daily lives. Stress is an inevitable part of life, but learning how to cope with it can greatly enhance our well-being and overall quality of life. Kambanda's first piece of advice is to take a breather. Not every reaction requires immediate action. It's essential […]

April 22, 2024 37

Namibia

Concerns Rise Over Namibian Government’s Service Delivery Amidst Criticism of Leadership Appointments

As complaints about the government's service delivery persist among Namibians since 1990, an increasing number of voices highlight the trend of appointing leaders without thorough consideration of qualifications or experience, a departure from standard practices in many sectors. Penda Negonga of the Namibia Progressive Party shared thoughts on elections and leadership, underscoring these concerns. Political Analyst Rui Tyitende had this to say

April 22, 2024 42

Business / Economics

22 April 2024 Morning Biz News: MortgageMarket Expands Horizons: Launches Operations in Namibia, Spearheading Accessible Home Loans Beyond South Africa

MortgageMarket, a pioneering online home-loan marketplace platform based in South Africa, has embarked on an ambitious expansion strategy by launching operations in Namibia. Founded in 2019 by Tim Akinnusi, a seasoned banking executive, the platform has revolutionized the process of securing financing for property acquisitions, catering to the needs of customers, property developers, and estate agents alike. The move into Namibia marks a significant milestone for MortgageMarket, as it extends […]

April 22, 2024 20

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