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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Leonard Witbeen

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Namibia

Suspended City of Windhoek Workers Fear Contract Non-Renewal Amidst Controversy

Contract workers at the City of Windhoek express concerns over potential contract non-renewal amid allegations of victimization following their involvement in street cleaning protests. Over 100 street cleaners had demanded better conditions and permanent contracts, leading to arrests and suspensions. Although their case was struck off the court roll due to docket unavailability, workers fear repercussions and uncertainty about their future employment. City spokesperson , Harold Akwenye refutes claims of […]

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China jails Hokkaido University professor for espionage

The family of a Chinese national being held on espionage charges says a received a jail sentenced from a court in Jilin province. Yuan Keqin was detained in 2019 when he returned to China while holding a post at Japan’s University of Education in Hokkaido. Chris Gilbert has the report for us.    

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South Africa

The Democratic Alliance in Gauteng says non-profit organisations in the province are in turmoil

The DA in Gauteng says non-profit organisations in the province are in turmoil due to a failed adjudication process that has led to funding challenges. The provincial Department of Social Development has mishandled the adjudication process and has failed to pay eligible NPOs their subsidies. The DA’s, Refiloe Nt'sekhe, this means that many of the organisations will have to close their doors, retrench staff, or scale back operations.  

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Namibia

Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre Nears Completion

The construction of Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre is nearly finished, with 89.5% completion expected to reach 100% by August. Funded by the African Development Bank, the $103 million project will be handed over to Namibia Training Authority upon completion. Training is slated to begin in January 2025, aiming to specialize in various courses and accommodate 140 students. The Deputy Minister urges locals to seize the opportunity for skill development and […]

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China deploys ships to block a civilian led Philippine protest flotilla

A large flotilla formed as part of Philippine civilian-led supply mission had to turn back from reaching a shoal in the South China Sea, while a smaller group delivered food and fuel to Filipino fishermen, despite being shadowed by Chinese vessels. The Scarborough Shoal is a prime fishing patch and China claims sovereignty over the shoal and almost all the South China Sea, including parts claimed by the Philippines. Laura […]

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S.A union, Cosatu says it does not support the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bil

S.A union, Cosatu says it does not support the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill, as it remains deeply concerned about Eskom’s unbundling, including establishing its Transmission Company. The bill was passed by the National Council of Provinces yesterday, setting South Africa on an irreversible path of electricity supply reform. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says separating Eskom into three utilities will create additional boards and management costs when the power utility can least […]

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Namibia

Deputy Higher Education Minister Urges Collaboration to Boost Geoscience Education in ||Kharas Region

Deputy Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation minister, Natalia |Goagoses emphasized the necessity of collaboration among education stakeholders to enhance access to relevant faculties for learners from the ||Kharas Region. During a visit to the University of NamibiaSouthern Campus, she highlighted the low enrollment of ||Kharas students in geoscience programs essential for industries like green hydrogen and oil and gas. |Goagoses urged institutions to address the disparity by preparing learners from […]

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U.K food regulator increases scrutiny on Indian spices amid concerns over contaminant

Britain is now tightening scrutiny of ALL Indian spice imports after several countries raised alarm over possible contaminants in two major spice brands' products. Singapore and Hong Kong have already halted import of some spices from India, while Australia and the US are investigating these products for higher than permissible use of pesticides. Reporting for us is Ishan Garg from New Delhi.  

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U.S finishes building floating pier near Gaza to help deliver aid

The United States military has finished building a large floating pier off the coast of Gaza in an attempt to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance for Palestinians in the war-torn strip. The plan — first announced by U.S President Joseph Biden two months ago — will see ships carry aid from the Mediterranean island of Cyprus to a dock in the sea. Here's Benji Hyer reporting for us. ,

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