insert_link South Africa Malema Blames Zuma’s MK Party for EFF’s Electoral Decline in South Africa In S.A, EFF leader Julius Malema says the formation of former president Jacob Zuma’s MK Party is to blame for the party’s electoral decline at last year’s general election. The EFF’s national support dropped to 9.5-percent in the May general elections from 10.8-percent in 2019 and was overtaken by the MK Party as the country’s third-largest party. Malema told eNCA that EFF supporters were misled especially in KwaZulu-Natal: today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Woman Arrested with Crystal Methamphetamine at Ariamsvlei Border A 60-year-old Namibian woman was arrested on Monday evening at the Ariamsvlei Border Post for possessing suspected crystal methamphetamine valued at approximately N$13 million. Border officials grew suspicious as she entered Namibia from South Africa, leading to the discovery. In a separate incident, a 9-year-old boy, Kathimune Mushongo, tragically drowned in a pond at Tsintsabis in the Oshikoto region on Saturday while swimming with other children. Deputy Commissioner Titus […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Unite Oil & Gas Targets 25,000 BPD, Joins Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 as Silver Sponsor Houston-based organization Unite Oil&Gas has joined the inaugural edition of the Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) as a Silver Sponsor. Yachtze Luchin, President and CEO, will speak at the event, offering insights into the company’s strategic projects and plans for the Republic of Congo. Through its BOMOKO joint venture with ARIES Energy, Unite Oil&Gas is leading efforts to revitalize Congo’s mature assets. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding in November […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Republic of Congo to Host African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) Secretary General at Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 Amid Energy Expansion Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), will speak at the inaugural Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025. Scheduled for March 25-26 in Brazzaville, CEIF 2025 will serve as a premier platform to discuss the role of hydrocarbons in driving energy security and economic growth across Central Africa. Ibrahim’s participation underscores the Congo’s rising prominence as a leading oil and gas producer in Africa, while opening […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Olive Energy Joins Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 to Showcase Offshore Expansion, Asset Revitalization Junior and independent exploration and production companies are increasingly driving growth in the Republic of Congo’s hydrocarbon sector, as the country works to boost production to 500,000 barrels per day by 2027. These players are crucial to achieving this target by driving exploration and boosting production capacity. During the Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 in Brazzaville, E&P firm Olive Energy will outline the company’s ambitious approach to boosting offshore production […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Golar LNG Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Spotlight Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) Solutions for Congo’s Gas Expansion at Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 Gregory Goldberg, Senior Vice President of Golar LNG, will highlight the company’s fleet operations in Central Africa and provide valuable insights into the operational efficiencies and economic advantages of FLNG technology at the first edition of the Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF), taking place on March 25-26, 2025 in Brazzaville. Goldberg is expected to discuss the pivotal role of floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) technology in advancing offshore gas monetization across […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Woody Jacobs resigns as Tigers FC head coach after six games Following his resignation from Matebele FC in Botswana last year, Woody Jacobs took on the role of Head Coach for Tigers FC. However, after just six games at the helm, Jacobs has announced his resignation, citing underperformance as the primary reason. In an interview with Future Media News, Jacobs confirmed his decision and reflected on the challenges faced during his tenure. "I submitted my resignation, and although I didn't receive […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia NORED to disconnect electricity Nored Head Office By Maria Namupala The northern Namibia's regional Electricity Distributor, NORED has urged its customers and stakeholders to fully settle their overdue accounts or make acceptable payment arrangements before January 21, 2025. The company announced in a media release on Tuesday that it will start disconnecting service for indebted customers whose accounts are in 30-day arrears thereafter. NORED further said customers must pay their debt to enable […] today15 January, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: UDF’s Mabasen /Narib Discusses Party’s Parliamentary Seat Allocation and Decision-Making Process In an exclusive interview, United Democratic Front (UDF) spokesperson, Mabasen /Narib, shared insights into the party's decision-making process regarding its two parliamentary seats. /Narib explained the current dilemma surrounding the allocation of these seats, particularly in light of the party's constitutional stipulations and the roles of its president and vice-president. According to the spokeman, the UDF's constitution mandates that the president and vice-president are automatically placed as the first and […] today15 January, 2025
