insert_link Namibia Luderitz Mayor Prioritizes Youth Sports and Infrastructure Development Luderitz Mayor, Phillipus Balhao is focusing on boosting local youth engagement through sports and arts while addressing social issues like substance abuse. His administration has introduced inter-school sports competitions and an “adopt-a-team” initiative to support local teams. The mayor also stresses the need for a second sports facility and improved infrastructure, including schools and housing, to support the town’s growth and attract investment. todayAugust 19, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa The DA has secured a Parliamentary debate on Eskom’s proposed electricity tariff hike In S.A, the DA has secured a Parliamentary debate on Eskom’s proposed electricity tariff hike. National Assembly speaker Thoko Didiza confirmed the debate, which will scrutinise the legality of Eskom's make-up tariff to recover an extra eight-billion-rand next year. DA's Kevin Mileham emphasised the party's commitment to fighting the tariff increases, warning of severe financial burdens on struggling South Africans: todayAugust 19, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Venaani’s Ambitious Goal to Cut Swapo’s Vote Faces Skepticism Popular Democratic Movement President McHenry Venaani’s plan to reduce Swapo’s electoral share to under 40% is deemed ambitious by analysts. Venaani aims to capitalize on growing voter dissatisfaction and increase PDM’s influence, but political analyst Ndumba Kamwanyah questions whether this target is feasible given Swapo’s entrenched support and competition from other opposition parties like IPC and LPM. Kamwanyah notes that Venaani’s efforts to broaden PDM’s appeal may be hindered by […] todayAugust 19, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa DA in the Western Cape is alarmed by the theft of ammunition and weaponry from the Faure Base in Eerste River In S.A, the DA in the Western Cape is alarmed by the theft of ammunition and weaponry from the Faure Base in Eerste River. The party says this highlights a serious security crisis within SAPS facilities. With a history of stolen weapons ending up in the hands of criminals, the DA calls for an urgent investigation into this incident. Spokesperson, Thomas Walters stressed the need to rethink policing strategies and […] todayAugust 19, 2024 17
insert_link World UK and French Foreign Ministers Visit Middle East And Call For De-Escalation The UK and France's Foreign Ministers travel to the Middle East amid diplomatic efforts to de-escalate a wider regional conflict. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy called the present situation a "dangerous moment", as fears of an Iranian attack on Israel risk ongoing Gaza ceasefire negotiations. Simon Gaitán reports. todayAugust 19, 2024 17
insert_link Africa Kenya’s Largest Aviation Union Delays Strike Amid Airport Development Talks Kenya's largest aviation workers' union has delayed its planned strike, originally set for Monday, by two weeks. Reuters says, the postponement allows for negotiations with the government over a proposed agreement with India's Adani Airport Holdings to develop Kenya's main airport. The union, representing airport staff, opposes the deal, citing concerns about potential job losses and the introduction of non-Kenyan workers. todayAugust 19, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa South African Home Affairs Department has completed preparations to deport 95 Libyans The South African Home Affairs Department has completed preparations to deport 95 Libyans arrested in White River, Mpumalanga, last month. It's believed they entered with visas obtained through misrepresentation. On Thursday, the White River Magistrate's Court withdrew their cases. Home Affairs minister, Leon Schreiber, says they will depart from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport today on a flight funded by the Libyan Government: todayAugust 19, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Mines Minister Tom Alweendo Begins Working Visit to Zambezi The Mines and Energy Minister, Tom Alweendo is visiting Katima Mulilo in the Zambezi region. The trip focuses on engaging with regional leaders, inspecting electrification projects, and addressing challenges and progress related to electrification. Spokesperson Anna Salkeus gives us a brief. todayAugust 19, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia-Brazil Business Forum Aims to Boost Trade and Investment Opportunities Windhoek will host a business forum on August 19, organized by the Ministry of Industrialization and Trade, the Brazilian Embassy, the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board.The forum aims to explore investment opportunities and enhance trade relations between Namibia and Brazil. Here's Elijah Mukobonda from the Trade ministry: todayAugust 19, 2024 29
