insert_link World Prominent Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal sent to jail for two weeks A Delhi Court has sent prominent Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal to jail till April 15. Mr Kejriwal, the head of Delhi government, was arrested ten days ago by India's financial crimes agency on charges of money laundering in a liquor policy case. Kejriwal's party has called his arrest a political conspiracy ahead of upcoming national elections. Priyata Brajabasi has more. todayApril 2, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Man Burned Beyond Recognition in Rosh Pinah Shack Fire with Investigation Underway A man, whose age is yet to be determined, was reportedly burned beyond recognition in a shack fire at Rosh Pinah in the ||Kharas Region. According to Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, the Namibian Police Force crime investigations coordinator for the ||Kharas region, the deceased individual has been identified as Mutaleni Werner, and his next of kin have been notified of his death. The fire occurred on Monday morning between 1 […] todayApril 2, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia NamPol Opens Attempted Murder Case Against Mentally Challenged Man for Attacking Grandmother In the Oshikoto region, the Namibian Police Force has initiated an attempted murder case against a 36-year-old mentally challenged man. He allegedly attacked his 89-year-old grandmother with a panga. According to Deputy Commissioner Wynand Neels, the Head of Crime Prevention in the region, the incident occurred around 7am on Saturday at Okapanda village in Oshikoto's Oniipa constituency. Both the victim and the suspect reside in the same house in Okapanda […] todayApril 2, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa DA Criticizes ANC, Claims South Africa Falling Behind in Embracing 21st Century Connectivity The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has highlighted that Argentina has overtaken South Africa in embracing 21st-century connectivity and global integration, citing the recent announcement of Argentina gaining access to Space X's Starlink internet connectivity, founded by South African-born Elon Musk. Natasha Mazzone of the DA criticized the ANC's reluctance, alleging that instead of embracing the digital age, the ANC is focused on maintaining control. todayApril 2, 2024 15
insert_link World Indian Government working to bring back over 5000 citizens trapped in Cambodia The Indian government says it is working closely with Cambodian authorities to bring back its citizens who have been lured into the country for employment cyber fraud scmas, future media news, future media namibia, leonard witbeen and are being forced to take part in cyber fraud scams. Officials say over 5000 Indians are currently trapped in Cambodia. Sreoshi Mukherjee reports. todayApril 2, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa Deadline Looms for Appeals as SA Electoral Court Faces Challenges Ahead of May 29 Elections Today marks the deadline for political parties or candidates, including former president Jacob Zuma, who are discontented with objections raised for the May 29 elections, to appeal to the Electoral Court. The Independent Electoral Commission received a total of 82 objections against candidates nominated by 21 political parties. Among these objections, 31 implicated eight candidates, alleging their disqualification due to criminal records or convictions. Notably, the IEC has upheld an […] todayApril 2, 2024 18
insert_link World U.S Authorities to open alternate shipping route in Baltimore U.S Authorities are planning to open a temporary alternate channel in the US city of Baltimore, to allow some marine traffic to enter the port. Cleanup efforts are underway there after a cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge last week - blocking access to the busy cargo terminal. But the operation is being complicated by fast-moving waters and dangerous conditions underneath the surface. Salvage experts say clearing […] todayApril 2, 2024 30
insert_link Business / Economics Yango Leads Digital Transportation Shift in Namibia In Namibia's lively streets, a digital revolution is reshaping how people navigate from point A to B, with Yango emerging as the nation's top transportation app. In an exclusive interview, CJ Dumeni, Yango's Country Manager, emphasized a pivotal aspect of Yango's approach. todayApril 2, 2024 82
insert_link Business / Economics Mines and Energy ministry announces Delays with Online Portal Launch and License Applications In a recent announcement, the Mines and Energy ministry has postponed the long-awaited unveiling of its online portal, including the rollout of online license applications. This strategic decision aims to guarantee the smooth operation of the system, but it brings forth numerous implications for stakeholders within the mining sector. todayApril 2, 2024 41