insert_link 3 6 Business / Economics Ohlthaver & List Group to End Franchise Agreement with Pick n Pay South Africa by next year The Ohlthaver & List Group announced plans to terminate its franchise agreement with Pick n Pay South Africa by 30 June 2025. Through WUM Properties, O&L operates 19 Pick n Pay stores in Namibia. This move aligns with O&L Group’s Vision 2029 aspirations, the company stated in a media release. Sven Thieme: Group executive chairman. todayJuly 23, 2024 38 6 3
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Demands Action from City of Windhoek Over Electricity Blockage In a recent development, the Katutura Residents Committee, represented by member Shaun Gariseb, has intensified their efforts to address what they describe as unlawful electricity meter blockages by the City of Windhoek. The committee's frustrations stem from the city's failure to respond to their concerns within the designated 48-hour period, prompting further legal action. On Monday morning, July 22nd, Gariseb disclosed that the City of Windhoek had not adhered […] todayJuly 23, 2024 7
insert_link Sport UCI-sanctioned Khomas100 a first for Namibia Namibia gears up to debut its first-ever Namibia National Gravel Champs, set to take place in the Khomas region on October 26, 2024. Gravel biking, a burgeoning discipline in the global cycling scene with recognized UCI status, will take center stage in this landmark event. Participants can choose from three challenging race options: 40km, 90km, and 160km, catering to gravel bikes, mountain bikes, and e-bikes alike. The event […] todayJuly 23, 2024 6
insert_link World U.S Secret Service chief grilled over Trump assassination attempt US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has told a Capitol Hill committee that the attempted assissation of Donald Trump was the agency's "most significant operational failure". She's been grilled by Republican lawmakers about the attack, with accusations the Secret Service has "become the face of incompetence". Director Chealte spoke about the assassination attempt in her opening statement. todayJuly 23, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned EFF leader Julius Malema to focus on constructive debate S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned EFF leader Julius Malema to focus on constructive debate rather than playing him as the main man. In response to Malema's remarks during the opening of Parliament address debate, Ramaphosa accused Malema of being misinformed about the history of the mining sector, including the National Union of Mineworkers. He emphasised a development-focused mindset for progress: todayJuly 23, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay’s Municipality Denies Allegations of Withholding Information in RedForce Investigation Walvis Bay municipality has refuted claims by its former legal representative, Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys, that crucial information was withheld during the RedForce debt collection investigation. The law firm terminated its services, citing blocked access to essential emails from January to May 2023. The municipality asserted it fully cooperated, including providing email access and arranging interviews. Despite the law firm's unexpected withdrawal, the municipality maintained that the investigation was never halted. todayJuly 23, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force urged police officers to refrain from issuing tickets to road users Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Joseph Shikongo, urged police officers to refrain from issuing tickets to road users, but rather give them warnings and educate them. todayJuly 23, 2024 21
insert_link APO International South Sudan: Statement by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Elizabeth Campbell National Security Council Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Multilateral Affairs Josh Black and I visited Juba, South Sudan from July 16-19 where we met with President Salva Kiir Mayardit, other senior transitional government officials, civil society representatives, United Nations and diplomatic community partners, and humanitarian aid organizations. We also visited the Gorom Refugee Settlement, where we spoke with refugees and those providing them with assistance. The […] todayJuly 22, 2024 6
insert_link APO International Sudan’s “war on people” must end now At a press conference today launching the release of the Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) report, “A war on people: The human cost of conflict and violence in Sudan,” Vickie Hawkins, the general director of MSF Netherlands, described the patterns of violence witnessed by our teams and reiterated our call for increased international assistance and protection of civilians. Below is her full statement: “Dear guests and colleagues, thank you […] todayJuly 22, 2024 7
