insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Empowering Namibia’s Youth: An Interview with Kristine Shetunyenga of Social Enabled Education Namibia Windhoek, Namibia – Social Enabled Education Namibia (SEEN) is making significant strides in empowering young Namibians through civic engagement. Kristine Shetunyenga, the PR and Marketing Manager for SEEN, recently spoke with Leonard Witbeen on "In Focus with Leonard Witbeen," shedding light on the organization's impactful work. Promoting Civic Engagement Kristine Shetunyenga provided an overview of SEEN's mission: to empower and provide leadership opportunities to young people by fostering civic engagement. […] todayJuly 31, 2024 7
insert_link South Africa In S.A, the DA is pushing for the re-introduction of coalition stability bills In S.A, the DA is pushing for the re-introduction of coalition stability bills to prevent misuse of motions of no confidence. This move follows the recent attempt by the ANC to remove Tshwane mayor, Cilliers Brink, which the party views as a disruption of effective governance. The DA’s Baxolile Nodada says the proposed bills aim to restrict the frequency of these motions, allowing only one per office holder per year […] todayJuly 31, 2024 9
insert_link World Secret Service chief: Trump shooting “failure on multiple levels” todayJuly 31, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Nantu Kavango East Elects New Leadership The Namibia National Teachers’ Union in the Kavango East Region has chosen new leaders for the next five years. At the regional conference on July 20, Petrus Kashumali was elected as chairperson, with Vallentinus Kamenye as deputy. Other positions filled include Gervatius Samende as secretary, Immanuel Linyando as deputy secretary, and Paulus Kativa as treasurer. The new leadership aims to revive the union's activism and protect teachers' rights, addressing concerns […] todayJuly 31, 2024 9
insert_link Africa Green energy for all: Zimbabwe will need a new social contract to roll out projects like solar power By Ellen Fungisai Chipango, University of Johannesburg and Long Seng To, Loughborough University The Zimbabwean government is racing against time to meet the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 7: affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030. However, the race towards green energy is top-down and mostly privatised. New technology is being introduced or sold to individuals or small families, but renewable […] todayJuly 31, 2024 14
insert_link Business / Economics Saving for retirement in South Africa? Four tips to navigate the new pension rules By Adrian Saville, University of Pretoria South Africa is changing its pension laws. The new system is designed to give individuals the opportunity to access only a portion of their retirement funds before they retire in the case of dire need – or even in case of desire. To an extent, this makes sense, given the low savings rate in the country. It forces individuals […] todayJuly 31, 2024 9
insert_link APO International Exness strengthens Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) regulatory status with Over-the-Counter Derivative Provider (ODP) license acquisition Exness (https://apo-opa.co/3LKDl87), one of the largest multi-asset retail brokers in the world, has announced that it has reached yet another significant regulatory milestone. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has granted the company an ‘Over-the-Counter Derivative Provider’ (ODP) license in South Africa, broadening its license portfolio. This achievement underscores Exness’ dedication to client security, high regulatory standards, and transparency within the South African market. The ODP license mandates stringent risk management […] todayJuly 31, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Correctional Services Confirms Admission of 91 Libyan Nationals at Illegal Mpumalanga Base The Correctional Services Department in South Africa has confirmed the admission of 91 Libyan nationals arrested at an illegal military base in Mpumalanga, as remand detainees. Spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo says they will remain in custody until their next hearing on Monday. Nxumalo emphasised adherence to the health screening, security assessment, and orientation of the detainees. He assured collaboration with law enforcement to uphold justice: todayJuly 31, 2024 8
insert_link World UN Secretary General concerned about protests in Venezuela The United Nations says its extremely concerned about widespread protests and arrests in Venezuela. Protests erupted as anger grew over the awarding of Sunday's election to President Nicolas Maduro despite claims by the opposition that it had won. On Monday, the election board declared that Maduro had won a third term with 51% of votes. The Secretary General's spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric says that all political leaders should reject any form […] todayJuly 31, 2024 6
