insert_link Sport Garbisi shines as Italy down Tonga 36-14 on Pacific tour Italy posted an emphatic 36-14 win over Tonga in Nuku'alofa on Friday as the Azzurri bounced back from a shock defeat to Samoa on their Pacific tour. Fly-half Paolo Garbisi helped seal the win over Tonga with a 14-point haul including one of Italy's five tries to two by the hosts. The result got Italy, who beat Wales and Scotland in the Six Nations, back to winning ways […] todayJuly 12, 2024 5
insert_link Sport Seine fit for swimming most of past 12 days, Paris says ahead of Olympics The Seine has been clean enough to swim for most of the past 12 days, Paris city hall said Friday, just weeks ahead of the Olympic Games. The quality of the water met the required standard for "11 days or 10 days" of the past 12, city hall official Pierre Rabadan told broadcaster RFI. Weather permitting, the river will be the star of the opening ceremony of the […] todayJuly 12, 2024 5
insert_link Local Understanding the Namibian healthcare funding industry According to the Namibian Constitution and its supporting legislation, the Minister of Health and Social Services is responsible for ensuring that the Namibian population has accessible, affordable, and appropriate healthcare. Namibia has a pluralistic health system with the public sector as the main actor, funded through the public budget by money appropriated by Parliament in the National budget and privately funded healthcare system through Medical Aid Funds by […] todayJuly 12, 2024 12
insert_link Local Expanding footprint in northern Namibia: Sanlam celebrates the grand opening of two new branches Sanlam is delighted to announce the grand opening of two new branches at Eenhana and Omuthiya in northern Namibia. The opening of the Eenhana and Omuthiya branches marks a significant milestone for Sanlam as it expands its reach and services to better serve members of the community. These new branches are a testament to Sanlam’s commitment to providing top-notch insurance and financial solutions tailored to meet the […] todayJuly 12, 2024 16
insert_link Local Namibia dairies implement supplementary winter levy to support dairy farmers amidst challenging conditions Recognizing the current trading environment and the considerable strain posed by the ongoing drought, Namibia Dairies remains committed to supporting their partners in the dairy industry to the best of their ability. Hence, Namibia Dairies has announced the implementation of a supplementary winter levy to support the dedicated dairy farming partners during the challenging winter season. Subject to all quality specifications being met, the winter levy of […] todayJuly 12, 2024 7
insert_link Local Letshego Namibia appoints Tatenda Malunga as digital transformation and business support manager Letshego Holdings Namibia is pleased to announce the appointment of Tatenda Malunga as its new Digital Transformation and Business Support Manager. With over ten years of experience in IT consulting across sectors like government, energy, finance, state-owned enterprises, and tourism, Malunga brings extensive expertise in digital transformation strategies, IT consultancy, and business analysis. In her spare time, Malunga enjoys playing club volleyball and running her own jewelry […] todayJuly 12, 2024 26
insert_link Local What The Rest Of Africa Can Learn From Mauritius, The Continent’s Top Ranked Economy Investing in Africa, Africa's Investment event, is only three months away and will take place 7th-9th October 2024 in London. With superb support from a wide array of excellent sponsors AFSIC 2024 promises to be bigger and better with over 1400 delegates expected. This is an unmissable opportunity to attend any or all of the below sessions: 3 Days of Presentations, Panel Discussions and Interactive Networking Sessions 250+ Speakers from […] todayJuly 12, 2024 5
insert_link World Canada’s designates largest marine protected zone (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Canada said Thursday it had designated the country's largest marine protected zone off the coast of Vancouver, as it moves to shield a third of its oceans by the end of the decade. The 133,000-square-kilometer (51,000-square-mile) zone was announced in a joint statement by Canada's department of fisheries and oceans and leaders of four First Nations. "Today we are taking a […] todayJuly 12, 2024 13
insert_link Sport South Africa v Ireland teams Teams for second and final Test between South Africa and Ireland at Kings Park stadium in Durban on Saturday (1505 GMT): Teams (15-1) South Africa Willie le Roux; Cheslin Kolbe, Jesse Kriel, Damian de Allende, Kurt-Lee Arendse; Handre Pollard, Faf de Klerk; Kwagga Smith, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Siya Kolisi (capt); Franco Mostert, Eben Etzebeth; Frans Malherbe, Bongi Mbonambi, Ox Nche Replacements: Malcolm Marx, Gerhard Steenekamp, Vincent Koch, Salmaan […] todayJuly 12, 2024 7