Leonard Witbeen, Author at Future Media News

Former South African President Calls for National Dialogue to Address Country’s Challenges

16 December, 2024

UN Secretary-General Warns Israel Against Occupation of UN-Preserved Buffer Zone with Syria

The United Nations Secretary General has warned Israel against its occupation of a UN-patrolled buffer zone between Israel and Syria. Israel took over the demilitarised zone on Sunday, just hours after Syrian rebels swept president Bashar al-Assad from power. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

16 December, 2024

South Africa

Black Business Federation of South Africa Advocates for Inclusive Growth at G20

The Black Business Federation of South Africa calls for inclusive growth and free trade during South Africa's G20 presidency. CEO Ntsikelelo Dlulane highlights the opportunity to prioritise Africa’s interests, including reducing capital costs for developing economies. The federation has emphasised the need for the growth of small, medium and micro enterprises:

16 December, 2024

Namibia

Dianne Hubbard Discusses Key LGBT+ Rights Cases in Namibia

Dianne Hubbard, a consultant at the Institute for Public Policy Research, recently spoke about the significant legal developments impacting gender and LGBT+ rights in Namibia. She highlighted two pivotal court rulings that challenge laws criminalizing same-sex relations and those preventing the recognition of foreign same-sex marriages. These cases represent a crucial moment for LGBT+ rights in the country.

16 December, 2024

Namibia

Security Association of Namibia Responds to New Minimum Wage Order

Celeste Muhunduru from the Security Association of Namibia discussed the recent wage order, which increases the minimum wage to N$18 per hour, up from N$8.75, for all sectors except agriculture and domestic work. Muhunduru also highlighted that the Namibia Security Labour Employers Federation has proposed a three-year phased implementation of this wage hike, agreed upon on December 11:

16 December, 2024

Business / Economics

Telecom Data Breach Occured In Late November According To Experts

Digital expert Nrupesh Soni has shed light on the Telecom Namibia data breach, which he says actually occured late November and now has exposed sensitive customer information, including personal details, banking data, and contracts. The data was leaked after Telecom reportedly ignored ransom demands. Soni cautions that the breach poses significant risks. Local media reports reveal that a cyberattack on Telecom Namibia has led to the leak of […]

16 December, 2024

World

G7 leaders focus on Syrian transition and Ukraine support in discussions

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has echoed calls made by Group of Seven nation leaders in support of an inclusive and non-sectarian government in Syria. It follows a virtual meeting on Friday during which they discussed developments in the Middle East and continued support for Ukraine. Caroline Malone is in Washington for us:

16 December, 2024

World

Texas sues NY doctor for allegedly sending abortion pills to Lone Star resident

Texas has sued a New York doctor that it says provided abortion pills to at least one Texas resident, in violation of state law. The first-of-its kind case could test the limits of a New York law that shields doctors from out-of-state prosecution. Toni Waterman has more.

16 December, 2024

Namibia

Three people died in a car accident at Onekotale village

Three individuals lost their lives in a car accident at Onekotale village in the Oshikoto Region on Saturday. The Namibian Police in the region have registered cases of culpable homicide, driving without a license, and reckless or negligent driving. Our correspondent on the ground is Maria Namupala:

16 December, 2024