insert_link Nam Elections 2024 IPC Candidate Panduleni Itula Emphasizes Leadership as Serving the People’s Needs The Independent Patriots for Change presidential candidatePanduleni Itula, said Leadership is not about sitting offices but it is about understanding the needs of their people and having them at hearts. today11 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia NSA Denies Government Interference in Delayed Unemployment Data Release Namibia Statistics Agency's statistician general Alex Shimuafeni has refuted claims of government interference in the delay of unemployment statistics reports indicate. This after releasing the 2023 census data without employment figures, the NSA received a letter of demand from the Economic Policy Research Association calling for the data within 10 days. Shimuafeni emphasized the NSA’s commitment to impartiality, stating that data is released simultaneously to all stakeholders without prior consultation. today11 November, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Strengthening Public Safety: Insights from Crispin Mubebo In an exclusive interview with Crispin Mubebo, the Deputy Commissioner and Acting Regional Commander of the Namibian Police, he shed light on the ongoing efforts to ensure public safety, particularly with the festive season and the upcoming elections around the corner. Ongoing Safety Operations Mubebo explained that the operation recently seen in Windhoek, where civil workers conducted rounds to ensure proper licensing and maintain law and order at public […] today9 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A’s NPA Confident Constitutional Court Will Dismiss Magudumana’s Potential Appeal on Extradition S.A's National Prosecuting Authority says it is confident that even if doctor Nandipha Magudumana approaches the Constitutional Court over her extradition, the appeal would be dismissed. The Supreme Court of Appeal has reserved judgment in the appeal matter by Magudumana to have her arrest in Tanzania declared unlawful. She claims her deportation was a disguised extradition. NPA’s spokesperson, Mthunzi Mhaga, told Newzroom Afrika that Magudumana’s legal team failed to demonstrate […] today8 November, 2024
insert_link World India criticizes Canada’s ban on Foreign Minister’s interview in Australia India has criticized reports of Canada banning social media pages of Australia Today which carried Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar's interview. This comes as India-Canada ties have hit historic lows after Ottawa accused New Delhi of being involved in at least two murders on Canadian soil. India has long denied the allegations - and now Ministry of External Affairs' spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal says Canada's ban is hypocritical. today8 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Regional Price Differences Revealed in October Inflation Report The October 2024 NSA inflation report shows regional disparities in prices across the country. Khomas recorded the highest inflation rate at 4.2%, while regions like Kavango and Otjozondjupa saw lower rates of 2.3%. Petrol prices also varied slightly, with Khomas residents paying the highest at N$20.93 per litre. The report underscores that core inflation, excluding volatile items, stood at 4.0%, providing a more stable view of economic conditions. today8 November, 2024
insert_link Uncategorized Taiwan coast guard to harness ‘people power’ to report Chinese activity Taiwan's coast guard says it would offer rewards worth thousands of dollars for spotting Chinese activity at sea, including warships or submarines, saying it was harnessing "people power" to boost its own limited workforce. China claims Taiwan as its own and has ramped up military activities around the island in recent years to put pressure on the island nation. Laura Westbrook reports. today8 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC has announced plans to engage in dialogue with the South African Communist To South Africa, as ANC has announced plans to engage in dialogue with the South African Communist Party following recent tensions over policy direction. This after SACP general secretary Solly Mapaila publicly criticised ANC leadership including president Cyril Ramaphosa. The party’s secretary general, Fikile Mbalula, says that while the ANC values its alliance with the SACP, it believes differences should be handled internally with respect for their shared history: today8 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC has reinforced its commitment to an inclusive democracy In S.A, the ANC has reinforced its commitment to an inclusive democracy in its submission to the electoral systems panel, supporting the current proportional representation system. The party says this model has ensured fair representation of diverse groups, including women, youth, people with disabilities and LGBTQI-plus communities. Addressing the media, ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula, the party pledges to prioritise accountability and transparency in any changes, aiming to uphold […] today8 November, 2024
