insert_link Sport UCI-sanctioned Khomas100 a first for Namibia Namibia gears up to debut its first-ever Namibia National Gravel Champs, set to take place in the Khomas region on October 26, 2024. Gravel biking, a burgeoning discipline in the global cycling scene with recognized UCI status, will take center stage in this landmark event. Participants can choose from three challenging race options: 40km, 90km, and 160km, catering to gravel bikes, mountain bikes, and e-bikes alike. The event […] todayJuly 23, 2024 10
World Pakistan arrests ‘close associate’ of Osama Bin Laden Pakistani authorities said Friday they had arrested a "close associate" of Al-Qaeda founder and mastermind of the 9/11 attacks Osama Bin Laden. Counter-terrorism officials in the most populous province of Punjab swooped in on Amin Ul-Haq in the city of Gujrat, accusing him of planning "sabotage activities" and seeking to "target important installations" in the country. "The arrest of Amin Ul-Haq is a major victory in […] todayJuly 19, 2024 20
insert_link Africa Kenya protests show citizens don’t trust government with their tax money: can Ruto make a meaningful new deal? By Eric Magale, University of Pretoria and Mario Schmidt, Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology Each year, the Kenyan government tables a finance bill outlining measures for funding the national budget. In the past, these bills have scarcely attracted public attention. This changed dramatically in 2023, with President William Ruto’s first budget following his election victory the year before. Ruto inherited an economy battling […] todayJuly 17, 2024 58
insert_link Opinion Pieces Common ways people become cyber threat targets By Ms. Cornelia Shipindo, Manager: Cyber Security, Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) In today's digital era, the risk of cyber-attacks is a significant concern as bad actors aim to exploit vulnerabilities present in our online interactions. There are several ways in which individuals can inadvertently become targets for these threats, whether through negligence, lack of knowledge, or simply by oversight. Cybercriminals utilise a variety of tactics […] todayJuly 17, 2024 7
insert_link Local Sanlam Empowers Farmers The 13th edition of the Agra Weaner Championship Series kicked off on 09 July, sparking excitement among cattle farmers nationwide. Sanlam is proud to sponsor N$75,000 towards the project, which began its auctions in Karasburg and will continue to Grootfontein. This project provides a prestigious platform for producers to showcase their exceptional work. Additionally, four auctions will be held in the communal areas of Aminus, Okondjatu, Talismanus, […] todayJuly 17, 2024 8
insert_link Lifestyle Exploring the Logos Hope Experience A local resident of Walvis Bay, Tyrone Nashandi recently visited Logos Hope, the world's largest floating book fair currently docked at Port Walvis Bay. His experience on the cultural and educational vessel offered a glimpse into its diverse offerings. Reflecting on his experience: For those interested in exploring, Logos Hope is open daily until July 21st, inviting everyone to discover its wide range of books, […] todayJuly 16, 2024 62
insert_link Sport MLS bans top goal scorer Arango four matches for harassment Major League Soccer leading goalscorer Cristian Arango of Real Salt Lake was suspended for four games by the league on Monday for violating the MLS Anti-Harassment Policy. The 29-year-old Colombian forward will miss MLS matches on Wednesday at Los Angeles FC and Saturday at Colorado, plus the MLS All-Star Game on July 24 and Real Salt Lake's first match in the Leagues Cup on August 1 at home against […] todayJuly 16, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics Food insecurity on the rise in Namibia, recent Afrobarometer study shows A recent Afrobarometer survey indicates that almost three-quarters of Namibians went without enough food to eat at least once during the previous year. More than six in 10 citizens also experienced shortages of cooking fuel at least once during the same period. The proportion of citizens facing frequent food shortages has steadily increased to the highest levels recorded since 2017. Food shortage ranks among the top three most urgent issues […] todayJuly 15, 2024 31
insert_link 2 Local Only a few days left to explore Logos Hope Logos Hope, the world’s largest floating book fair, is in Namibia. Many may remember the previous visit in August 2016, when thousands of visitors were welcomed up the gangways. Now, Logos Hope will be making another visit! Logos Hope’s onboard book fair offers an expanded selection of over 5,000 different titles of books at affordable prices. They cover a wide range of subjects including science, sports, hobbies, cookery, […] todayJuly 15, 2024 91 2