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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Month: July 2024

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South Africa

SA Health Minister Prioritizes National Health Insurance Implementation

S.A's Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi says his top agendas in office include the implementation of the National Health Insurance and improving the National Health Laboratory Service cyber security. Motsoaledi noted doctors struggle to get blood results due to an IT security breach after a cyber attack. He also asserted his department will defend the NHI if it faces legal challenges in court, noting that the insurance benefits all South Africans: […]

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Business / Economics

BIPA to Consult Stakeholders on Beneficial Ownership Sanctions Implementation

The Business and Intellectual Property Authority has announced its intention to engage stakeholders in consultations regarding concerns surrounding beneficial ownership sanctions. This initiative seeks to address and clarify issues raised by stakeholders regarding the implementation and impact of these sanctions.Here is Ockert Jansen, BIPA's Executive of Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Client Management Services.  

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Namibia

Police Commissioner’s Memo Links Missing Firearms to South African Gang Violence Surge

According to reports, a leaked memo from Namibian Police Commissioner Moritz !Naruseb has revealed a connection between missing Namibian Police firearms and a recent increase in gang violence in South Africa. !Naruseb addressed the memo to Namibian Police Deputy Inspector Elias Mutota on August 11, 2023, following a five-day investigation conducted by the South African Police Service's Directorate of Priority Crime Investigations (Hawks) in Namibia.

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Sport

New era as Wright named Wallabies captain for Wales Test

    Liam Wright was handed the Wallabies captaincy Thursday as coach Joe Schmidt gambled on a new-look team to get his reign off to a flying start against a Wales side reeling from seven straight defeats. The Queensland Reds flanker takes over from Will Skelton, who skippered them during their disastrous Rugby World Cup campaign under Eddie Jones last year. Skelton is based overseas and was not considered for […]

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Azentio expands its leadership team with 2 new appointments

APO International

Azentio expands its leadership team with 2 new appointments

 Azentio Software (“Azentio“) (https://apo-opa.co/3XVs4JH)- a leading end-to-end software company specializing in the BFSI sector, today announced the appointment of Aarthi Ramesh as Chief Customer Officer and Emma Foley as Chief Marketing Officer. Ramesh joins Azentio with over two decades of experience in the IT industry, both within the services and SaaS space. Most recently she served as Vice President at Freshworks, managing a large portfolio of strategic accounts across Asia […]

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Business / Economics

27 June-4 July 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap

In this week's economic highlights, several key developments have shaped the financial landscape across Southern Africa and beyond. Namibia OK Foods reported the largest overall year-on-year decrease in basket cost among the seven stores surveyed by The Brief. The basket cost close to N$1100 in June last year, compared to N$984.11 this past June, marking a significant drop of 11.65%. In a move that could bolster regional fuel supply chains, […]

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Uncategorized

INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb on Electricity Control Board’s Cancellation Of Tariff Increases

In a recent statement, Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, expressed his satisfaction with the intervention by the minister Thomas Alweendo regarding electricity issues. Gariseb's comments highlight the significance of leadership and public participation in addressing the community's concerns. Ministerial Intervention and Public Support Gariseb began by expressing his happiness with the minister's intervention, which he had requested in an appeal review. "I'm very, very happy that […]

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Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Weighs in on Electricity Control Board (ECB) and Election Frequency

In a recent interview, esteemed political analyst and professor, Ndumba Kamwanya, shared his views on the notion of holding elections annually. The discussion, brought to light the complexities and potential drawbacks of such frequent electoral processes. Election Costs and Complexity Professor Kamwanya firmly stated, "I don't agree that we should hold elections every year. Elections themselves are very costly and complex to conduct." He emphasized the financial and logistical burdens […]

todayJuly 4, 2024 13

South Africa

South African National Union of Mineworkers Disappointed with Steenhuisen’s Appointment as Agriculture Minister

The South African National Union of Mineworkers has expressed disappointment over the appointment of DA leader John Steenhuisen as the new Minister of Agriculture, succeeding Thoko Didiza. NUM spokesperson Luphert Chilwane emphasized that Steenhuisen must address South Africa's persistent food insecurity at the homestead level and urged his department to commit more effort towards ensuring food security.

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