insert_link Environment Rainfall Boosts Dam Levels NamWater has reported minor increases in dam levels across Namibia, attributed to ongoing rainfall. Von Bach Dam reached 23.9%, Omatako Dam 2.6%, and Friedenau Dam 46.1%. According to spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata, rainfall is expected to persist until March 2025, further strengthening the country’s water security. today14 January, 2025
insert_link Africa Sudanese Army Recaptures Wad Madani, Civilians Celebrate Victory Civilians and soldiers celebrated in Wad Madani, Sudan's El Gezira state capital, after its recapture by the Sudanese army from the paramilitary Rapid Support Services. According to Reuters, the victory marks a potential turning point in the nearly two-year civil war. Jubilant residents expressed relief after enduring a year of hardship under paramilitary control. today14 January, 2025
insert_link World US President defends foreign policy record in major speech A Gaza ceasefire deal is nearing completion, according to outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden, who vowed to finalize the agreement before his term ends. In a speech defending his foreign policy, Biden claimed the U.S. is stronger and continues to lead with its allies. Benji Hyer was listening. today14 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Four Entities Granted Provisional Licensing by Bank of Namibia The Bank of Namibia has granted provisional licences to Finatic Technologies, United PayPoint, Mindex Virtual Asset Exchange, and Landifa Bitcoin Trade under the 2023 Payment System and Virtual Asset Acts. BoN's Kazembire Zemburuka indicated in a press release that full licensing depends on meeting compliance conditions within six months. Stakeholder Engagement Officer, Strategic Communications and International Relations officer at the regulator Sonia Namadiko expands: today14 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa S.A Civic Organization Accuses Government of Inhumane Treatment of Trapped Stilfontein Miners The South African National Civics Organisation in North West has accused the government of subjecting trapped Stilfontein miners to inhumane conditions. SANCO spokesperson, Mzukisi Jam, criticised the state for championing global human rights while neglecting domestic issues. Speaking to the media at a Mining Affected Communities United in Action briefing, Jam said the deaths were avoidable and emphasised miners' right to life: today14 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Omusati Education Director Orders Illegal Private Schools to Halt Operations Omusati Education Director Paulus Kashiimbi has instructed nine private schools in the region to cease operations immediately due to non-compliance with registration requirements. In a letter dated November 26 last year, Kashiimbi referenced sections of the Education Act of 2020, which prohibit the operation of satellite schools or part-time centers that are not fully registered under the Basic Education Act. He emphasized that these schools are violating the act by […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link World Antonio Guterres to travel to Lebanon this week United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres will be travelling to Lebanon later this week. His office announced his travel plans on Monday, following the announcement of Nawaf Salam, head of the International Court of Justice as the Prime Minister designate. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. today14 January, 2025
insert_link APO International South Africa: President Ramaphosa commends Matric Class of 2024 on record achievements President Cyril Ramaphosa commends the Matric Class of 2024 on multiple unprecedented achievements that bear testimony to learners’ personal commitment and advances in the basic education sector. In 2024, 615 429 learners passed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, surpassing the pass rate at any other time in the country’s history. The national pass rate for the National Senior Certificate increased from 82.9% in 2023 to 87.3% last year. Nearly […] today13 January, 2025
insert_link APO International “Marriage is a choice”: Working with people with disabilities to address gender-based violence in Madagascar “I live with my six children, one of whom has a disability,” said 40-year-old Zeteny, from the Anôsy region in Madagascar’s Grand Sud region. “I look after my disabled son full-time, and my 14-year-old daughter had to leave school to work and support us.” Years of successive droughts have wrought havoc on already fragile livelihoods for millions of people in the Grand Sud, leaving many with few options when trying […] today13 January, 2025
