insert_link South Africa S.A Public Protector has found the Department of Justice lacking in measures to protect gender-based violence victims The S.A Public Protector has found the Department of Justice lacking in measures to protect gender-based violence victims. Kholeka Gcaleka reported that 38 courts investigated are inefficiently run, failing to provide proper protection orders and solve cases, leading to increased GBV incidents. Gcaleka also noted poor filing systems and language barriers contribute to poor service delivery. She calls for better assistance for victims seeking protection orders: todayJune 5, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Climate Change Threatens Namibian Agriculture The agricultural sector is crucial for sustaining livelihoods but faces significant challenges due to climate change. Farmers frequently endure adverse rainfall seasons, resulting in floods, droughts, and pest and disease outbreaks. Droughts, occurring every other year with varying severity, have especially harmed crop and livestock farmers, reducing productivity and income due to poor yields, livestock performance, and market prices. Technical Advisor of Livestock and Rangeland from AgriBank, Erastus Ngaruka. todayJune 5, 2024 28
Namibia Cancer Association of Namibia Supports Ban on Hookah Pipes Amid Youth Concerns Rolf Hansen, the chief executive of the Cancer Association of Namibia, has expressed strong support for a parliamentary proposal to ban hookah pipes, also known as hubbly-bubbly. Hansen noted frequent complaints to CAN about the rising use of these products, especially among youth in public spaces, schools, and restaurants. He emphasized the need for stronger police enforcement to address these community concerns, highlighting that despite restrictions, hookah pipes are still […] todayJune 5, 2024 13
insert_link World U.S Attorney General denies politicising justice system against Trump U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland has rejected accusations by House Republicans that he has politicized the criminal justice system in a bid to stop Donald Trump from being reelected. Testifying on Capitol Hill, Mr Garland vigorously defended the justice department and accused lawmakers of peddling conspiracy theories. From WashingtonKate Fisher reports. todayJune 5, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia National Youth Council Launches NextGen Facility to Empower Youth Entrepreneurs National Youth Council has introduced the NextGen Facility Incubation programme to aid young entrepreneurs with loans between N$50,000 and N$100,000 as reported by The Brief. This initiative targets key sectors like sustainable agriculture, tourism, renewable energy, and natural resource management. Acting Director, Sircca Nghitila noted that the programme aims to support 20 to 30 entrepreneurs annually across all 14 regions of Namibia, ensuring fair access. Additionally, the facility will offer […] todayJune 4, 2024 34
insert_link South Africa City of Tshwane’s mayoral committee member will today deliver the 2024/2025 financial year budget speech In South Africa, the City of Tshwane’s mayoral committee member for Finance, Jacqui Uys, will today deliver the 2024/2025 financial year budget speech. The metro faces various challenges including tight fiscal pressures, access to potable water, electricity, housing and high unemployment. Mayor Cilliers Brink says the budget is geared towards maintaining financial stability while improving basic service delivery: todayJune 4, 2024 76
insert_link World Hong Kong Police Deploy Hundreds for Tiananmen Anniversary Crackdown Monitoring Today marks the 35th anniversary of the deadly June 4, 1989, crackdown on protesters near Beijing's Tiananmen Square. The crackdown remains a taboo subject in mainland China, and Hong Kong is expected to keep a tight lid on memorials that were once an annual tradition, amid sweeping security legislation. As Laura Westbrook reports. todayJune 4, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Tourism Board Proposes African Visa System to Boost Continental Travel and Tourism The Namibia Tourism Board has proposed an African visa system similar to the Schengen visa to streamline continental travel and boost tourism. In report carried by The Brief, Acting CEO, Bonnie Mbidzo emphasized the need for seamless movement for both African and European travelers and the necessity of infrastructure development to support this initiative. The proposal aligns with commitments by officials from the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area to expand the […] todayJune 4, 2024 11
insert_link Uncategorized South Korea ready to resume blasting propaganda South Korea says it’s ready to immediately resume using loud speakers to blast anti North-Korean messages across the DMZ. It says the move would be in response to North Korea sending balloons of trash into South Korea. As Chris Gilbert reports. todayJune 4, 2024 14