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Nam Elections 2024

Experts Weigh In On Nationwide Rallies This Weekend

Political parties ranging from SWANU to the ruling SWAPO party and official opposition PDM had rallies the country over this past weekend. Activist Herbert Jauch gave us his observation. Also sharing her thoughts is the PR and Marketing Manager at Social Enabled Education Namibia: Kristine Shetunyenga-  

today25 November, 2024

Nam Elections 2024

/Khomas Police Gear Up For Elections

    With Wednesday 27 November being marked as the day for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, preparations are underway to ensure public safety and a well-executed day for these activities across the country. From the /Khomas region's police is Deputy Commissioner Crispin Mubebo:  

today25 November, 2024

South Africa

ATM Calls for Crackdown on Illegally Run Spaza Shops In S.A

    In S.A, the African Transformation Movement has called for the immediate closure of illegally run spaza shops amid rising food-borne illnesses. ATM national spokesperson Zama Ntoshana says the registration of spaza shops is a step towards revitalising township economies and emphasised the party's opposition to foreign national ownership of these shops, demanding strict enforcement and prosecution for violations:  

today25 November, 2024

Nam Elections 2024

INTERVIEW: Kristine Shetunyenga on Young Voters: A Key Demographic for Namibia’s 2024 Elections

  As Namibia's 2024 elections draw closer, the political landscape is increasingly shaped by young voters, whose enthusiasm and decisions could determine the country's future leadership. Kristine Shetunyenga, the PR and Marketing Manager for Social Enabled Education Namibia, weighed in on the growing importance of this demographic and shared her insights on what young people are seeking from political parties. Young Voters’ Growing Interest in Politics Shetunyenga is confident that […]

today25 November, 2024

Africa

EU to Recall Ambassador from Niger

  The European Union announced it will recall its ambassador from Niger after the country's ruling military criticized the management of a humanitarian aid fund. Reuters has it that the Niger junta accused the EU ambassador of mismanaging a 1.3 million euro fund intended for flood victims, distributing it among several international NGOs without transparency or collaboration with local authorities.

today25 November, 2024

World

Mixed reception from US lawmakers to Trump cabinet picks

  Donald Trump's cabinet picks have received a mixed reception from lawmakers from both political parties. Controversial nominees include Robert F Kennedy Junior for the Department of Health and Fox TV host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.  

today25 November, 2024

World

Concern over byproduct of disinfectants found in U.S. drinking water

  Researchers have identified a new chemical in U.S. drinking water, which is thought to be a by-product of the disinfectants used for decades to clean water of bacteria and water-borne illnesses. Scientists have recommended more research into the previously unknown compound to work out if it poses a threat to public health. Caroline Malone reports.  

today25 November, 2024

Nam Elections 2024

Concerns Raised Over Foreign Influence in Local Election Smear Campaigns

Namibia Fact Check has expressed concerns about social media attacks on opposition candidate Panduleni Itula, suggesting foreign interference may be involved. Editor Frederico Links warned that these campaigns could threaten Namibia's electoral democracy. He compared the attacks to similar trends in other African countries. Links also pointed to past concerns about Zimbabwe's Zanu-PF meddling in Namibian politics, which has been denied. He urged electoral authorities to act to prevent manipulation […]

today25 November, 2024