insert_link Namibia Oshikoto Regional Council Calls for Action on Water Challenges Samuel Shivute, Chairperson of the Oshikoto Regional Council, has urged residents to address pressing issues, notably the scarcity of clean water, by proposing various solutions. Speaking at a regional consultative meeting held at Omuthiya by the National Planning Commission on the Sixth National Development Plan, Shivute highlighted the persistent water scarcity in rural areas underscoring the necessity for borehole installations and upgrades to water treatment facilities and pipelines to effectively […] todayMarch 13, 2024 15
insert_link Uncategorized Number of dead in southern France storms climbs to six The number of people killed in storms in southern France has risen to six, after the body of a four-year-old girl was found in the Gard region. Ross Cullen has more. todayMarch 13, 2024 30
insert_link South Africa SA Parliamentary Committee Commends Electoral Commission’s Swift Response to Candidate Lists Leak The portfolio committee on Home Affairs in South Africa's Parliament has expressed satisfaction with the Independent Electoral Commission's prompt action in investigating the leakage of candidate lists. Following a preliminary inquiry into the unauthorized distribution of ANC and uMkhonto weSizwe Party national and provincial election candidate lists, an IEC employee has been terminated. Committee chairperson Mosa Chabane emphasized the significance of safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process at all […] todayMarch 13, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s DA Rejects Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, Alleges Favoritism Towards ANC The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has voiced its rejection of the passing of the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, labeling it as a maneuver aimed at channeling additional public and donor funds to the ANC. Adrian Roos, representing the DA, asserts that the amendments are unrelated to the inclusion of independent candidates, raising concerns over perceived favoritism towards the ANC. todayMarch 13, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Namibian Standards Institution Engages Stakeholders on National Standardisation Strategy The Namibian Standards Institution convened a consultative meeting in Gobabis on Tuesday to discuss the proposed National Standardisation Strategy with various stakeholders. The National Standardization Strategy serves as a vital guideline document that identifies priority sectors for standardisation needs. Through these consultations, NSI aims to gather crucial data that will contribute to the compilation of the National Standards Plan. Karukirue Tjijenda, the Omaheke Regional Development and Planning Director, presided over […] todayMarch 13, 2024 6
insert_link World Biden and Trump likely to be official candidates for election following Tuesday’s primaries U.S. President Joseph Biden and his likely contender in the November election former President Donald Trump are on the verge of clinching their parties' nominations. Primaries are being held on this "mini Super Tuesday" in Georgia, Mississippi and Washington state. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. todayMarch 13, 2024 6
insert_link World Airbnb bans indoor security cameras Surveillance cameras will soon be banned inside Airbnb rental properties under new rules. The company says the decision, which applies to all its rentals globally, will "prioritise the privacy of our community". The holiday rental giant has seven million listings worldwide, but has come under scrutiny in recent years over reports of hidden cameras.Sally Patterson has more. todayMarch 13, 2024 14
insert_link World IAEA head inspects ALPs discharge site at Fukushima The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency says he’s satisfied with Japan’s handling of the release of treated, nuclear contaminated wastewater from Fukushima. He is inspecting the discharge site on Wednesday, his first visit since Japan began the project in August. todayMarch 13, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa South Africa and Ghana Commit to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties at Bi-National Commission During the bi-national commission held in Pretoria, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called for enhanced trade and investment cooperation between South Africa and Ghana. Ramaphosa expressed enthusiasm for sustained import-export relations and noted South African companies' keen interest in expanding their investments in Ghana. The president welcomed collaboration opportunities in infrastructure and pre-chemical sectors. Emphasizing the need to reverse the recent decline in trade over the past four years, Ramaphosa […] todayMarch 13, 2024 15