Trudeau resigns as Canadian PM

Trudeau resigns as Canadian PM

Canadian Prime minister Justin Trudeau haș announced he is stepping down as leader of the country and his party - after nearly a decade as prime minister. He said he would remain in both roles until his replacement has been chosen through a party election. Our North America correspondent Kate Fisher:

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Africa

Zimbabwe Seeks Bids for Energy Storage to Tackle Power Shortages

The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission & Distribution Company has invited bids to install energy-storage systems to combat the nation’s chronic power shortages. The project will establish battery storage at four locations, each delivering 600 megawatts for three hours during peak demand. Severe drought conditions have reduced hydropower output, forcing miners to rely on imported electricity from Mozambique.

January 7, 2025 6

South Africa

City of Johannesburg council speaker affirms commitment to the rule of law

City of Johannesburg council speaker Nobuhle Mthembu has affirmed the office’s commitment to the rule of law. This was after the High Court in Johannesburg declared the council’s VIP protection policy unlawful. The court found the policy was put in place without a required threat assessment from the police. Mthembu says the office is reviewing the judgment and will act based on legal advice:

January 7, 2025 11

Namibia

Festive season sees Nampol Issue over 12 000 summonses

The festive season saw 472 crashes, resulting in 80 fatalities and 918 injuries. Law enforcement attributes the tragedies to multiple factors, despite law enforcement issuing over 12,000 summonses and suspending unsafe vehicles. Commissioner Petrus Swartz is the head of the Traffic Division at NamPol:

January 7, 2025 7

Namibia

NamWater reports a substantial rise in dam levels

NamWater’s Weekly Dam Bulletin highlights positive inflows, including Swakoppoort at 24.4% and Von Bach at 23.5%. The Hardap Dam, now at 14.8%, received the highest flow, enhancing water availability nationwide, spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata confirms.

January 7, 2025 9

Namibia

Heavy Rainfall and Drought Devastation Hit Omaheke Region

Heavy rains in Omaheke have damaged key roads like Okatumba and Ombujonganga, with residents urging bridge construction to prevent future disruptions. Farmers in the drought-hit region faced severe cattle losses, totaling an estimated N$4.4 million, before the January rains. In Windhoek, over 1,000 Otjomuise residents were displaced after flash floods destroyed homes in the MG Division area. City Councillor Ivan Skrywer announced plans to relocate affected residents to Farm […]

January 7, 2025 8

South Africa

In S.A, the ANC is set to unveil a bold vision for the future

In S.A, the ANC is set to unveil a bold vision for the future at its January 8th rally this Saturday at Mandela Park Stadium in Khayelitsha, Western Cape, focusing on economic growth, justice, and equality. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula told the media the party’s vision aims to create a more equitable society, with a clear path forward to advance social justice and rebuilding the economy:

January 7, 2025 6

World

Major storm fatally slams US east

A deadly winter storm is dumping buckets of snow across the east coast of North America. Storm Blair has triggered a state of emergency for millions of people in seven U.S states. The nation's capital, Washington DC, is under a blanket of powder, with the city's mayor warning of "dangerously low" temperatures throughout Monday. From there, Benji Hyer reports.

January 7, 2025 6

Business / Economics

Namibia and China strengthen ties during high-level talks

Swakopmund, Namibia – President Nangolo Mbumba hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Swakopmund during a meeting aimed at reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the two nations. The talks focused on advancing Namibia and China’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and exploring new avenues for cooperation in key development areas. Speaking during the engagement, President Mbumba reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to strengthening ties with China, particularly in energy, infrastructure, education, and tourism. […]

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