insert_link Uncategorized U.S. military bases placed on high alert Several US military bases across Europe have been placed on heightened alert, with the Pentagon citing the risk of terror attacks. Trent Murray reports from Berlin. According to CNN, it is not clear what intelligence triggered the heightened security, but European authorities have warned of a potential terror threat on the continent, especially ahead of the Paris Olympics in July and during the current European football championships in Germany. The […] todayJuly 2, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia’s trade deficit hits N$3.3 billion The Namibia Statistics Agency’s latest International Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin shows that during the month of May 2024, the country’s trade balance stood at a deficit of N$3.3 billion, a worsened trade balance when compared to N$3.1 billion and N$2.9 billion recorded in April 2024 and May 2023, respectively. NSA spokesperson, Mirjam Shihepo. Namibia's trade composition by partner showed that South Africa remained Namibia's largest market for both exports […] todayJuly 2, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia Independence Avenue shooting in Windhoek leaves suspect dead A robbery suspect was fatally shot on Independence Avenue near Auto Swiegers in Windhoek this morning. According to The Namibian Police Force (NAMPOL) spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, the robbers stole an estimated N$45 000 in cash from a vehicle, and are suspected to have followed the driver from Katutura. A police officer, dressed in civilian clothing, was in the area at the time of the incident. After the suspects fired […] todayJuly 2, 2024 65
insert_link APO International Afreximbank Invests in Project to Rejuvenate AfriCaribbean Trade and Cultural Ties African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has signed an agreement to avail a Project Preparation Facility in favour of the of Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to develop and implement an Afro-Caribbean Marketplace. Once implemented, the Afro-Caribbean Marketplace will comprise 90 outlets dedicated to the sale of authentically African and Caribbean products from more than 54 African countries, 20 Caribbean states, 16 islands of the Bahamas and a transshipment hub […] todayJuly 2, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics FNB Namibia expects inflation to tick up slightly in June FNB Namibia expects headline inflation to rise by 0.1 to 5.0 percent year-on-year in June. The bank further anticipates a slight decrease in inflation on a month-on-month basis of 0.1 percentage points to 0.2% in June 2024, primarily influenced by a 0.7% reduction in transport costs compared to the previous month. FNB Namibia economist Helena Mboti. Mboti says the alcoholic beverages and tobacco category will significantly contribute to inflation, […] todayJuly 2, 2024 44
insert_link APO International CORRECTION- Dalberg Implement: Integrating Strategy Design with Execution Dalberg (www.Dalberg.com) is a strategic advisory firm that combines the best of private sector strategy skills and rigorous analytical capabilities with deep knowledge and networks across emerging and frontier markets. All projects include an option to integrate strategy design with implementation. With staff on the ground in more than 50 countries, speaking over 90 languages, and understanding diverse sectoral priorities and nuances, Dalberg is able to bring a local team […] todayJuly 2, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa How democracy can work at community level: 3 lessons from a South African protest movement By Luke Sinwell, University of Johannesburg Popular protests have surged around the world over the last decade. But do they work? And what lessons can be learnt from communities who have a history of militant protests? When the African National Congress (ANC) was elected to power in South Africa’s first democratic elections in 1994, many believed that popular protests, which were the […] todayJuly 2, 2024 22
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Lifestyle Corporate sponsors of Pride events also contribute to politicians with anti-LGBTQ leanings Delta Airlines employees walk in the 2022 New York City Pride march on June 26, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images) By Albert Serna Jr, via Open Secrets Throughout Pride Month, it has become increasingly common for corporations to adorn their websites in rainbow flags, espouse their support for LGBTQ+ rights and try to win over a community that has historically been stereotyped as having a […] todayJuly 2, 2024 18
