insert_link South Africa 118 Illegal Miners Rescued in South Africa’s Stillfontein South Africa's National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure has rescued 118 illegal miners in Stilfontein, North West, as of yesterday, with 36 confirmed dead. Rescue efforts are ongoing using a specialist-operated cage. Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe stated that 82 arrests have been made for illegal mining, trespassing, and immigration violations. today15 January, 2025
insert_link World New danger emerges as California fires rage on In the U.S, officials in California are concerned about the growing threat of new wildfires, with strong winds expected to worsen conditions across the state. The fires have already claimed at least 24 lives and displaced more than 100,000 people. Mitch McCann reports: today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Airport Cleared After Bomb Scare Hosea Kutako International Airport has been declared safe after a bomb scare was investigated. Civil Aviation Authority's George Matroos confirmed no explosives were found, and thorough security checks cleared the area. The passenger responsible for the false alarm is now in police custody. Dan Kamati of the Namibia Airports Company: today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Education Minister Lauds Progress as AS-Level Entries Rise Education Minister Anna Nghipondoka revealed that 12,031 students, or 29.5%, are advancing to the Advanced Subsidiary level this year. Adding that this marks a notable improvement in the education system by c=contrast to the year prior. MoE Executive Director, Sanet Steenkamp: The Secretary General of the Trade Union Congress, Mahongora Kavihuha, states that while there has been some slight improvement, further action is required. today15 January, 2025
insert_link Africa More Than 120 Killed in Shelling of Omdurman In Sudan Sudanese volunteer rescuers reported that shelling in Omdurman, Khartoum's twin city across the Nile, has left over 120 people dead. Reports say medical supplies are critically scarce as health workers face overwhelming numbers of injured individuals. The fighting between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has intensified in recent weeks, following more than 20 months of conflict in Sudan. today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Residents to Protest ACC Over Redforce Investigation Delays Windhoek residents are set to demonstrate at the ACC headquarters on January 27, 2025, demanding progress in the three-year-old Redforce contract investigation. Activist Shaun Gariseb condemned the prolonged delay, citing household hardships caused by a faulty billing system. Protestors allege evidence tampering in Gobabis and claim the contract was improperly approved. They vow to intensify actions if their calls for fairness and accountability are ignored. today15 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s COPE Raises Concerns Over Gauteng Education Department’s Online Registration System In S.A, the Congress of The People in Gauteng says it is concerned by the provincial Department of Education's online registration system, especially its impact on communities and parents. The party’s, Tom Mofokeng, says the online system has failed to effectively serve the people. He says the system is particularly disadvantageous to parents and learners from townships, rural areas, and informal settlements: today15 January, 2025
insert_link World US Senators questioned Hegseth, Trump’s Defense Secretary nominee US Senators questioned Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's Defense Secretary nominee, during a contentious confirmation hearing, citing concerns about his personal conduct and character. The army veteran and former TV host faced scrutiny on Capitol Hill, where Trump's Cabinet picks are undergoing Senate approval ahead of his inauguration, as Benji Hyer reports. today15 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Woman arrested at Ariamsvlei forder for drug trafficking A 60-year-old Namibian woman was arrested at the Ariamsvlei Border Post on Monday night, 13 January 2025, after she was caught attempting to smuggle drugs into the country. The woman, who had entered Namibia from South Africa, was found with six parcels of suspected crystal meth, concealed on her body and in her luggage. Border officials grew suspicious of the woman and conducted a search, which led to the discovery […] today14 January, 2025
