insert_link South Africa S.A Police Pursue Additional Suspects in Lusikisiki Mass Shooting Case The S.A Police ministry has confirmed that police are actively pursuing additional suspects connected to the mass shooting in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape where 18 people were murdered. Four suspects have been arrested so far. One suspect is still on the run, and the weapons used in the mass shooting have not been found. Briefing the media, national police commissioner Fannie Masemola emphasised the need to address rising violence […] today18 October, 2024
insert_link Local Successful Conclusion Of The Procurement Process Of Ballot Papers For The 2024 Presidential And National Assembly Elections. 1. The Commission is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the procurement process of Ballot Papers for the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections which was conducted in terms of section 33(3)(b) of the Public Procurement Act. 2. Following a comprehensive evaluation process, Ren-Form CC, headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa emerged as the most responsive bidder in terms of the set bidding specifications and has been awarded the contract […] today18 October, 2024
insert_link Local Cabinet Decisions Issued At The 18th (2024) Decision Making Meeting. 1. DATE ON THE NATIONAL DROUGHT PLATFORM HELD FROM 25 TO 26 SEPTEMBER 2024, WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA (Submitted by the Prime Minister) 1.1 Cabinet supported the recommended actions emanating from the National Drought Platform on issues of governance, beneficiaries, transport and logistics, funding, warehousing, urban hunger, water provision, and malnutrition for implementation; 1.2 Cabinet further supported the additional budget allocation of N$16,800,000.00 from the National Emergency Disaster Fund for the […] today18 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Women in Mining Summit Concludes, Aims to Empower Female Entrepreneurs in Energy and Extractive Sectors Namibia's inaugural Women in Mining Summit, under the theme "Empowerment through Excellence: Leading Change in Extractive & Energy Sectors," recently concluded in Windhoek. The summit aimed to connect women entrepreneurs with industry leaders, investors, and financiers, fostering partnerships to drive innovation and transformation in these key industries.. Zenzi /Awases the organization's president. today18 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia Anti-Corruption Commission Unveils 2023/24 NACSAP Annual Report The Anti-Corruption Commission held a NACSAP Steering Committee meeting and officially launched the NACSAP Annual Report for the 2023/24 financial year, highlighting key initiatives and progress in the fight against corruption. The watchdog's Director General: Paulus Noa. today18 October, 2024
insert_link World Growing Confidence in Israel Over Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar’s Death in Gaza There's growing confidence in Israel that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed in Gaza. Testing is being carried out to establish whether he was one of several people killed in a military operation. The 62-year-old's thought to be a key figure behind the October 7th attacks on Israel last year. Sarah Coates reports from Tel Aviv. Meanwhile, despite Israel's firm reports, Al Jazeera indicates Hamas has not made any […] today18 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Rwanda’s Marburg Virus Outbreak Eases After Vaccinations With Mpox Still Spreading Rwanda’s Marburg virus outbreak is showing signs of improvement following the vaccination of high-risk groups, including healthcare workers as per Reuters. However, Mpox cases continue to spread to new African countries, according to Rwanda's health minister and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. In early October, Rwanda initiated vaccinations to curb the Ebola-like Marburg virus outbreak in the country. today18 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 18 October 2024 Morning Biz News: BoN to Launch Sustainability Forum, South Africa Eyes Lower Inflation, Nigeria Reaps Reform Benefits, UK Eases Fiscal Limits The Bank of Namibia , in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, NAMFISA, and various financial institutions, is preparing to introduce a coordinated forum to promote sustainability in the financial sector, according to The Brief. BoN Governor Johannes !Gawaxab announced that the platform, slated for launch in the coming weeks, will enhance coordination and collaboration on sustainability initiatives. In other financial news, South Africa’s central bank governor, Lesetja Kganyago, reaffirmed […] today18 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A President Ramaphosa Reaffirms Ethical Commitment Amid VBS Bank Loan Allegations S. A president Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his commitment to upholding ethical conduct in the executive following allegations about a VBS Mutual Bank loan involving Justice minister Thembi Simelane. He highlighted that all members are required to disclose their financial interests annually to ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest. Addressing oral questions in the National Assembly, Ramaphosa stated he is carefully considering the findings: today18 October, 2024
