insert_link World China end 9 year decline in marriages in 2023 China ended a nine-year streak of declining marriage registration last year, with the number of newlywed couples rising to 7.68 million. China's birth rate has also plunged, raising concerns that the country's population of 1.4 billion could be ageing faster than anticipated. Laura Westbrook has more. todayMarch 18, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa SA President Ramaphosa Condemns Political Violence in South Africa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has denounced threats of violence and any actions undermining the democratic system. His remarks follow an alleged attack on some ANC members during a government event in KwaCeza, Nongoma, in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The ruling party statement accuses IFP members of carrying out the attack. Ramaphosa has appealed to all political parties to uphold tolerance and respect, particularly during this election year. todayMarch 18, 2024 13
insert_link Africa Niger’s Junta Revokes Military Accord with US, Bans Presence of US Defense Personnel Niger's ruling junta, as announced by spokesperson Colonel Amadou Abdramane, has revoked a military accord allowing military personnel and civilian staff from the U.S. Department of Defense on its soil with immediate effect. According to Reuters, this decision comes after a visit by U.S. officials, led by Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee and including General Michael Langley, commander of the U.S. Africa Command, earlier in the […] todayMarch 18, 2024 10
insert_link World US finalizes new ceasefire resolution at the UN A new ceasefire resolution might be voted on at the Security Council. The United States has finalised the draft which calls for international efforts to broker an immediate ceasefire as part of a hostage release deal. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayMarch 18, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Cost of Hunger Study Assesses Impact of Malnutrition In 2021-2022, Namibia initiated its Cost of Hunger in Africa study as part of a broader project conducted across several African countries. Commissioned by the African Union Commission and supported by the World Food Programme and GIZ Namibia, the study was led by the National Planning Commission. Its primary focus was to examine the effects of malnutrition, particularly undernutrition, on various aspects of Namibian society, including learners, human development, and […] todayMarch 18, 2024 65
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: A Call for Action: Economic Inclusion for People with Disabilities in Namibia In a recent interview with independent business and economic researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama, the pressing issue of economic inclusion for people with disabilities in Namibia took center stage. With a candid assessment of the current situation, Sheehama shed light on the dire need for proactive measures to address the staggering levels of unemployment and neglect faced by this segment of the population. Opening the conversation, Sheehama emphasized the critical importance […] todayMarch 18, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics 18 March 2024: Morning Biz News: Financial Snapshot: Key Indicators in Focus Standard Bank Holdings Namibia Reports Robust Profit Growth: Standard Bank Holdings Namibia has announced a significant increase in profit after tax for the period ending December 31, 2023. The reported profit surged to N$770 million, marking a notable 23.3% rise from the previous year's figure of N$624 million. This impressive growth is attributed to several factors, including a 24.6% increase in net interest income, largely driven by ongoing repo rate […] todayMarch 18, 2024 15
insert_link Africa UN Aid Chief Warns of Catastrophic Hunger in Sudan United Nations aid chief Martin Griffiths has cautioned the Security Council about the potential for nearly five million people in Sudan to face catastrophic hunger in the upcoming months. In a note seen by Reuters, Griffiths highlighted that acute levels of hunger are being fueled by various factors, including the severe impact of conflict on agricultural production, damage to infrastructure and livelihoods, disruptions to trade flows, significant price increases, obstacles […] todayMarch 18, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Independent Researcher Urges Government Officials and Associations to Address Disability Issues In an exclusive interview, Josef Kefas Sheehama implored Deputy Ministers and relevant associations to come together in finding swift and effective solutions to the challenges faced by people with disabilities in Namibia. The independent Economic and Business Researcher stressed the importance of unified efforts to ensure equal opportunities and access to employment, education, and essential services for this marginalized segment of society. todayMarch 18, 2024 24