insert_link Opinion Pieces Assessing opportunities and drawbacks, building nuclear power plant reactor to meet Namibia’s electricity needs Opinion Piece Josef Kefas Sheehama Energy security demands a reduction in reliance on imported fossil fuels as everyone braces for the potential of an impending energy apocalypse. Namibia must prioritize building a nuclear power plant reactor if it wants to surpass its current position and become a leader in energy self-sufficiency. The most cost-effective way for Namibia to boost energy security and resilience while diversifying its sources of electricity […] todayAugust 8, 2024 29
insert_link World Man sentenced to prison for attack on Danish Prime Minister A man has been sentenced to prison time after attacking Denmark's Prime Minister last June. Police believe the attack was not politically motivated. Alex Cadier reports from Brussels. todayAugust 8, 2024 8
insert_link Africa Seven Polish Nationals Arrested in Nigeria for Raising Russian Flags During Protests Reuters says Nigeria arrested seven Polish nationals for raising Russian flags during anti-government protests in Kano, according to state security service spokesperson Peter Afunanya. Since August 1, hundreds of thousands of Nigerians have protested against President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, which include cutting petrol and electricity subsidies, devaluing the currency, and facing the highest inflation in three decades. todayAugust 8, 2024 10
insert_link Africa U.S. Pledges $414 Million in Humanitarian Aid for DRC The U.S. announced it would provide nearly $414 million in humanitarian assistance for the Democratic Republic of Congo and according to Reuters, over 25 million people are in need of aid. U.S. Ambassador to the UN Agencies for Food and Agriculture, Jeffrey Prescott, stated that a significant portion of this funding will support UN agencies and aid groups offering urgent food assistance, healthcare, nutrition, shelter, water, sanitation, and hygiene. todayAugust 8, 2024 3
insert_link Uncategorized Kamala Harris is hitting the campaign trail with her new running mate, Tim Walz US Presidential hopeful Kamala Harris is hitting the campaign trail with her new running mate Tim Walz, in a multi-day, multi-battleground blitz. It comes as new polling analysis shows Harris is receiving a boost in support from black voters across the country. Mitch McCann reports: todayAugust 8, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Higher Education Day: Emphasizing Agricultural Innovation The Government, alongside the Ministry of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation and the Regional Universities Forum, is celebrating Higher Education Day. This year’s theme focuses on enhancing agricultural education and research to foster innovation, industrialization, and economic development in Africa. Executive Director of the Ministry, Alfred van Kent. todayAugust 8, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 8 August 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia Sees Surge in Exploration Licenses, JSE Shows Signs of Revival, MTN Faces Financial Hurdles, and Oil Prices Rebound Surge in Exploration Activity in Namibia The Ministry of Mines and Energy has reported a remarkable increase in exploration activity, with over 600 new license applications submitted by December 2023. This upward trend has continued into 2024, with an additional 400 applications, bringing the total number of applications to over 1,000. Minister Tom Alweendo has highlighted this influx as a positive indicator of growing confidence in Namibia's mineral potential. The […] todayAugust 8, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Government Alerts Citizens Amid UK Riots Government is closely monitoring the unrest in several UK cities, including London, Birmingham, Liverpool, and Manchester, where anti-immigrant riots have led to looting, arson, and clashes with police. Namibian citizens in the UK or planning to travel there are advised to exercise extreme caution and avoid areas affected by the protests. Ambassador Sabine Böhlke-Möller Acting Executive Director of the Ministry. todayAugust 8, 2024 19
insert_link Science & Technology Starliner astronauts may be stuck in space until 2025 Two NASA astronauts who piloted Boeing's Starliner spacecraft into orbit may not be able to return to earth until 2025. They have already been in space for seven weeks longer than planned. Nick Harper reports. todayAugust 8, 2024 20
