insert_link Local City of Windhoek Addresses Misleading Reports Regarding Hospital Land The City of Windhoek (CoW) has clarified misleading reports that claimed it is selling land designated for the Windhoek District Hospital. In an article titled "CoW Puts Windhoek District Hospital Land on Sale," published in the Windhoek Observer on 24 October 2024, inaccuracies may have caused confusion among the public. The article incorrectly suggests that the CoW is selling land allocated for the construction of a District Hospital to […] today25 October, 2024
insert_link Local Langer Heinrich Uranium (LHU) Supports the 2024 Nuclear Science and Technology Conference Langer Heinrich Uranium made a sponsorship contribution of N$50,000.00 towards the hosting of the 2024 Nuclear Science and Technology Conference. Johan Roux, LHU’s Managing Director, formally handed over the sponsorship to the Atomic Energy Board of Namibia and confirmed Langer Heinrich Uranium’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. The Atomic Energy Board of Namibia was represented by Ms. Petrina Nghidengwa and Ms. Natasja Cupido, who highlighted the significance of the conference […] today25 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia DBN and One Economy Foundation Partner for Inclusive Economic Growth The Development Bank of Namibia and One Economy Foundation have entered into a five-year Strategic Comprehensive Partnership Agreement focused on fostering sustainable economic growth, youth empowerment, and community development across the country. This significant partnership underscores their shared dedication to promoting equality and expanding socio-economic opportunities for marginalized groups, especially youth, women, and rural entrepreneurs. today24 October, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical England Set to Ban Disposable Vapes The sale of disposable vapes in England will be banned from next June. The government says it's to reduce environmental damage and protect the health of children. One study found around a million people in England vape without ever having smoked cigarettes. Critics claim vaping has helped millions of adults give up smoking, and say a ban will lead to a black market which will put children at risk. Hazel […] today24 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 17-24 October 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Economic Highlights: Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Initiative, Tourism Surge, and Regional Financial Developments In the latest developments in Namibia's economic landscape, Cleanergy Solutions Namibia is poised to begin local green hydrogen production by early next year. This initiative, which hinges on the arrival of essential equipment by the end of 2024, is a collaboration between the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group and the Belgian shipping firm Compagnie Maritime Belge, specifically through its CMB TECH division. This move signals a significant step towards sustainable […] today24 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa EFF has welcomed the consumer price inflation figures released by Statistics South Africa In S.A, the EFF has welcomed the consumer price inflation figures released by Statistics South Africa, indicating a further decline from 4.4-percent in August to 3.8-percent in September. This marks the lowest inflation rate since March 2021. The EFF’s, Leigh-Ann Mathys, says this confirms the inflationary pressures faced by the country are not demand-driven, but a result of economic and global challenges that require a different monetary policy approach: Meanwhile, […] today24 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa DA Calls on Police Minister to Introduce Body Cameras for Police in KwaZulu-Natal The DA in KwaZulu-Natal is calling on Police minister Senzo Mchunu to urgently explore the use of body cameras to monitor police-public interactions. The minister has revealed that 107 suspects were killed by the KZN police between July 2023 and July 2024, while only one police officer was arrested after these deaths. The DA’s, Mzamo Billy, says deadly force by the police should not be regarded as an acceptable way […] today24 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia Fatal Multi-Vehicle Accident Investigation Underway After Truck Brake Failure A truck involved in a fatal multi-vehicle accident on Auas Road, Windhoek, has been removed. The accident, caused by alleged brake failure, resulted in the truck plowing through traffic, striking six vehicles before stopping near the truck port. At least two persons lost their lives, and several others were injured. The Namibian Police are investigating the incident and will release a report once completed. Authorities urge regular maintenance of vehicles, […] today24 October, 2024
insert_link World Donald Trump is a “fascist,” says President’s former Chief of Staff Donald Trump wanted "the kind of generals that Hitler had," according to the former US President's Chief of Staff. John Kelly, an ex Marine Corp General, told the New York Times and The Atlantic magazine that his old boss meets the definition of a fascist, warning he would govern like a dictator if he won the election next month. As Benji Hyer reports. today24 October, 2024
