insert_link South Africa S.A Union Calls for Swift Arrests Following VBS Mutual Bank Looting Revelations In S.A, The General Industries Workers Union demands the timeous arrest of all those who knowingly and consciously participated in the shameful act of looting the VBS Mutual Bank and stealing from the poor. Giwusa’s spokesperson, Koketso Phasha, says the leaked affidavit by the bank’s former chairperson, Tshifhiwa Matodzi, implicates a lot of people who have not been held accountable. Phasha says the looting was done by people who had […] todayJuly 15, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Namibia Revenue Agency Commissioner Sam Shivute Receives Excellence in Leadership Award in UK The Brief reports that the Namibia Revenue Agency Commissioner, Sam Shivute was recently honored with the Excellence in Leadership Award at the 2024 African Achievers Awards, held at the House of Parliament in the United Kingdom. Established in 2011, the AAA recognizes individuals and organizations making substantial contributions to Africa's advancement. This year's event celebrated achievers across diverse sectors, highlighting their roles in fostering positive change in business, politics, education, […] todayJuly 15, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia The Rise of AI Propaganda Analyses On The Threat to Namibia’s Election Integrity In the digital age, the landscape of political discourse and election campaigning has evolved dramatically. However, alongside these advancements, a new and insidious threat has emerged: Says Local Digital Media expert Nrupesh Soni. todayJuly 15, 2024 19
insert_link World Japan to reach out to Pacific nations to counter China at PALM10 Japan is set to announce a new development package for Pacific Island nations to further counter the influence of China in the region at a Tokyo summit this week. The PALM 10 meeting between Japan and members of Pacific Island Forum begins on Tuesday and is expected to oppose any change to the international order by unilateral force. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayJuly 15, 2024 22
insert_link Africa Kenya’s Lawmakers’ Opulent Lifestyles on Social Media Spark Public Outcry Luxury cars, private helicopters, and stacks of cash: the extravagant lives of Kenya's lawmakers showcased on platforms like TikTok and X have intensified discontent among the country's tech-savvy youth, already angered by proposed tax hikes last month as per Reuters. Protests spanning weeks against these tax measures have increasingly highlighted the high salaries, perks, and conspicuous consumption of MPs in a nation where a large majority of the population is […] todayJuly 15, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Calls for Legislation to Reserve Economic Sectors for Local Entrepreneurs in S.A To South Africa, where ActionSA's member of Parliament, Lerato Ngobeni, says the party wants government to introduce legislation that will reserve specific sectors of the economy. Ngobeni says this will help empower local entrepreneurs and businesses, and boost local economies, ensuring that the wealth created circulates in communities. According to Ngobeni, it is high time that government deals with the proliferation of illegal foreign nationals dominating the spaza economy throughout […] todayJuly 15, 2024 6
insert_link World Trump urges America to “stand united” after assassination attempt Former US president Donald Trump has called on Americans to "stand united" after the assassination attempt. Trump was shot in the ear while speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania. The FBI has confirmed the 20-year-old gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks was killed. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayJuly 15, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Children’s Parliament Begins in Windhoek, Focused on ‘Transforming Education in Namibia’ The Children's Parliament commences today at the Parliament building in Windhoek, inaugurating a week-long series of activities under the theme "Transforming Education In Namibia." Notable guests, including President, Nangolo Mbumba, are expected to attend the sessions, which are held in partnership with the United Nations Fund. The parliament's Sackeus Kadhikwa todayJuly 15, 2024 25
insert_link Africa Four Rescued And Two Critically Injured As Building Collapses in Nigeria Emergency officials have rescued four people after a section of a building collapsed in Abuja, Nigeria's capital. Two of them are critically injured, and receiving medical attention in hospital. Tesem Akende reports. todayJuly 15, 2024 9
