South Africa Reserve Bank governor warns against unsustainable coalition policies

South Africa Reserve Bank governor warns against unsustainable coalition policies

The South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago has warned that if coalition policies are not stable, South Africa is likely to lose investors. The ANC lost its majority in the May 29 election and is now in talks with opposition parties to form a coalition government.

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World

Japan birth rate falls to lowest on record

New data shows that the speed of depopulation in Japan is in-creasing. The country’s fertility rate and number of new births fell to a record low in 2023. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo:

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Local

Amakali is Bank Windhoek’s new Head of Management Accounting

On Wednesday, 5 June 2024, Bank Windhoek’s Chief Financial Officer, Zenaune Kamberipa, announced the appointment of Gideon Amakali as the Bank’s new Head of Management Accounting, effective 1 June 2024. “With his valuable experience in various industries, we are confident that Amakali will add further significant value to his new role and Bank Windhoek’s Finance Department,” said Kamberipa. Kamberipa said that in his new role, Amakali will manage […]

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Namibia

Namibia’s Rating Upgraded: Importance for the Country and Its People

By Josef Kefas Sheehama Periodically, the Namibian government establishes policies to address the unstable state of the economy. Encouraging economic growth requires policymakers to put in place measures that support investment, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Therefore, the government can assist in fostering an environment that is conducive to business and promotes employment and economic growth. As an Independent Economic and Business Researcher, I therefore wholeheartedly commend the […]

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Local

Hileni Amadhila joins Old Mutual Namibia as Senior Public Relations, Stakeholder, and Communications Consultant

Old Mutual Namibia is pleased to announce the appointment of Hileni Amadhila as the new Senior Public Relations, Stakeholder, and Communications Consultant within the Group Marketing, Public Affairs, and Sustainability team. Hileni brings over 11 years of extensive experience in strategic marketing and communication to her new role at Old Mutual Namibia. With a proven track record in leading external and internal communication, PR, advertising, and brand management, […]

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Local

The Use of the Integrated Mobile Voter Registration System (IMVRS) for the Conduct of the 2024’s General Registration of Voters (GRV)

The Commission wishes to share ongoing information related to the Integrated Mobile Voter Registration System (IMVRS), following the commencement of the general voter registration process, and some interest shown by the public in the system: 1. During 2010 – 2013, ECN migrated from the manual paper-based voter registration system to a Custom-Made digital biometrics voters registration system, referred to as Mobile Voters Register System (MVRS). This system […]

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Sport

Rangnick has Austria primed to surprise at Euro 2024

Austria coach Ralf Rangnick believes his side can spring a surprise at Euro 2024 despite the absence of their leading player David Alaba and a tough opener against France. Just over a month after rejecting the manager's job at Bayern Munich, Rangnick will want to prove he made the right move in sticking with Austria. The 65-year-old, who had a brief spell at Manchester United in the 2021-2022 […]

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Sport

Maddison cut from final England squad for Euros: reports

James Maddison will not be included in England's 26-man squad for Euro 2024, British media reports said. The Tottenham attacking midfielder was part of Gareth Southgate's 33-man training group but has not made the cut for the final squad for the tournament in Germany, the BBC and Sky Sports said late Wednesday. The Euros start in just over a week's time and England are among the favourites. The […]

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Sport

Uganda claim first ever T20 World Cup victory with win over PNG

Uganda claimed their first ever T20 World Cup win with a three-wicket victory over Papua New Guinea at Providence Stadium on Wednesday in a low-scoring but tense encounter. The African side bowled out PNG for 77 and after struggling at 26-5 in reply reached the target in 18.2 overs with Riazat Ali Shah top-scoring with 33. Riazat put on a crucial sixth wicket partnership of 35 with Juma […]

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