insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Denies Chief Officer’s Involvement in Alleged China Trip for Ballot Preparation The Electoral Commission of Namibia has vehemently refuted recent allegations circulating on social media, denying claims that Mr. Petrus Shaama, the Chief Electoral and Referenda Officer, was part of a Swapo Party delegation that visited China to prepare ballot papers for the upcoming November 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections. De Wet Siluka, PRO of the Commission. todayMay 20, 2024 32
insert_link World Iran’s president missing after helicopter crash Search and rescue operations are underway in Iran after a helicopter carrying the country's President crashed. Ebrahim Raisi was traveling with Iran's Foreign Minister when the helicopter was involved in a "hard landing", according to Iranian state media. Stuart Smith reports from neighboring Iraq. todayMay 20, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Researcher Discusses Parastatals’ Impact on Namibia’s Economy, Focuses on TransNamib Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama has highlighted the significance of parastatals, notably TransNamib, in molding Namibia's economic framework. Sheehama's emphasises on TransNamib's contributions and influence. todayMay 20, 2024 42
insert_link South Africa S.A Constitutional Court to Decide on Zuma’s Parliamentary Eligibility The Constitutional Court of South Africa is today set to rule on former president Jacob Zuma’s eligibility to stand for Parliament in the upcoming elections. Last month, the Electoral Commission filed an urgent application to challenge the Electoral Court's decision, which cleared the path for the former president to run as a candidate for the MK Party. The IEC has argued that his 12-month jail sentence bars him from the […] todayMay 20, 2024 12
insert_link Africa Sarah Tsei-Tseimou’s Triumph at BRICS + Youth Summit in Pretoria: A Namibian Innovator’s Journey Sarah Tsei-Tseimou's Triumph at BRICS + Youth Summit in Pretoria: A Namibian Innovator's Journey The BRICS + Youth Summit held in Pretoria, South Africa, recently provided a dynamic platform for young visionaries across the Global South to converge, share innovative projects, and forge connections for sustainable development. Among the exceptional attendees was Sarah Tsei-Tseimou, a trailblazing innovator from Namibia, whose pioneering work in health tech and biotechnology earned her a […] todayMay 20, 2024 77
insert_link Business / Economics Business Researcher Josef Sheehama’s Insights on Parastatals: TransNamib’s Role in Namibia’s Economic Revival In a recent interview, business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama shed light on the pivotal role of parastatals, particularly TransNamib, in shaping Namibia's economic landscape. Sheehama's analysis delves into the intricate relationship between state entities, employment, trust, and economic growth, offering valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders alike. At the heart of Sheehama's discourse lies the nexus between trust and employment within parastatals. He underscores the significance of TransNamib […] todayMay 20, 2024 13
insert_link Sport England captain Buttler buoyed by return of ‘superstar’ Archer England white-ball captain Jos Buttler is glad to see "proper superstar" Jofra Archer back in action following the fast bowler's wicket-taking return to action for Sussex's 2nd XI. Injuries have blighted Archer's international career and he has not played top-level cricket for the past year. England, however, have recalled Archer for the defence of their T20 World Cup title in the United States and the West Indies next […] todayMay 20, 2024 11
insert_link Sport Manchester City win fourth title in a row and sixth title in seven seasons Pep Guardiola said Manchester City are enjoying their golden era after winning a fourth consecutive Premier League title, and sixth in seven years, on Sunday. Phil Foden scored twice as City beat West Ham 3-1 at the Etihad to edge out Arsenal by two points and deny the Gunners a first league title in 20 years. "When I moved here if someone had said I would win six leagues […] todayMay 20, 2024 8
insert_link World Aid arrives into Gaza via US floating pier International humanitarian aid has begun moving ashore into Gaza after arriving via a floating pier in the sea built by the US military. The operation sees ships carry aid from the Mediterranean island of Cyprus to a dock, then transferred on boats to a port and onto lorries for distribution. It was supposed to be functioning earlier this month, but construction was hampered with logistical, weather and security challenges. Reporting […] todayMay 20, 2024 30
