insert_link South Africa S.A’s Parliament’s Home Affairs portfolio committee has called for zero tolerance for identity theft S.A's Parliament's Home Affairs portfolio committee has called for zero tolerance for identity theft, and for action in the Chidimma Adetshina case. Adetshina withdrew from the Miss SA pageant after her mother was accused of identity theft. The department’s counter-corruption head, Constance Moitse, revealed evidence linking two officials to the fraud. The committee chair, Musa Chabane, stressed to eNCA the urgency of addressing the issue, as the implicated officials remain […] todayAugust 22, 2024 7
insert_link Business / Economics Revised economic data shows U.S. jobs growth less strong than estimated The US labor department has revised job growth numbers, finding in the year up until March, payrolls were overstated by around 818,000 jobs. That suggests job growth has been less positive than previously thought, although unemployment remains relatively low. As Caroline Malone reports. todayAugust 22, 2024 10
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia Supports Oil and Gas Sector with Flexible Exchange Controls The Bank of Namibia affirms that the country's Exchange Control Policies and Laws are designed to foster a supportive investment environment for the emerging oil and gas sector. These policies facilitate foreign direct investments by allowing investors to bring in and repatriate funds through commercial banks, ensuring smooth operations in exploration and capital-intensive projects. Sandra Garises, the regulator's principal communication officer. todayAugust 22, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa Over 2,500 Evacuated from Tshwane Police Academy After Nearby Gas Pipeline Explosion Over two-thousand-500 police trainees and South African Police Service staff have been evacuated from the Tshwane training academy in Pretoria due to a gas pipeline explosion at a nearby business site. National police commissioner Fannie Masemola ordered the precautionary evacuation to ensure safety. Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe says experts are managing the fire, and a control centre has been established: todayAugust 22, 2024 6
insert_link Health / Medical SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance Confirms Southern Africa’s Safety Amid Mpox Concerns In light of recent global health alerts regarding Mpox, the SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance reassures that Southern Africa remains a safe and inviting destination for tourists. The Alliance emphasizes the region's swift, coordinated response and the minimal risk posed to travelers. Natalia Rosa, Project Lead for the SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance. todayAugust 22, 2024 11
insert_link World Gaza ceasefire deal still in doubt A deal to end the fighting in Gaza is on the brink of collapse, after America's top diplomat left the Middle East with no truce in place. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's ninth visit to the region since the start of the war came amid days of negotiations to secure a ceasefire, but his trip ended without the agreement he craves. Reporting for us is Benji Hyer. todayAugust 22, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Faces Waste Management Challenges as Landfill Nears Capacity Windhoek generates 84,520 tonnes of waste annually, with 36% organic and 16% recyclable or compostable say The Brief. With the city's landfill nearing capacity, David Adams, Acting Strategic Executive for Infrastructure, Water, and Technical Services, stresses the need to divert 6% of waste to buy time for a comprehensive waste management plan by 2027. The EU-funded project aims to improve waste management and increase recycling in the city. todayAugust 22, 2024 12
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Benjamin Schernick: Leading the Fight Against Food Insecurity in Namibia Benjamin Schernick, the Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance of Namibia (NFAN), has become a pivotal figure in addressing the nation’s pressing issues of malnutrition and food insecurity. With recent reports highlighting alarming statistics in regions like Omaheke, where over 800 people reportedly died from malnutrition, Schernick’s voice has become more critical than ever in advocating for sustainable solutions. A Dire Situation Schernick is not surprised by the […] todayAugust 21, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance Takes Lead on Combating Namibia’s Malnutrition Crisis Benjamin Schernick, Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance of Namibia, has emerged as a key advocate for tackling the country’s urgent malnutrition and food insecurity issues. Recent reports reveal severe statistics, such as over 800 malnutrition-related deaths in Omaheke, amplifying the importance of Schernick’s advocacy for sustainable solutions. todayAugust 21, 2024 9
