insert_link Namibia EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Activist Rosa Namises Critiques Namibia’s National Budget and Calls for Action In a heartfelt commentary on Namibia's national budget, activist Rosa Namises expressed her disappointment, particularly regarding the anticipated increase in the old age pension. Promised by the late president, the expectation was for a substantial raise, but the reality turned out to be a mere 200 Namibian dollars. Namises questioned when and why this change occurred, emphasizing the impact it would have on the elderly population, who are already […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 23
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Activist Rinaani Musutua Criticizes Namibia’s National Budget and Socio-Economic Disparities In a passionate and critical address, activist Rinaani Musutua expressed deep disappointment with the recently announced national budget by Namibia's Minister of Finance, Iipumbu Shiimi. Musutua specifically highlighted the inadequate increase in the old age pension, a decision that deviates from the promises made by the late President Hage Geingob. The activist voiced concerns about growing socio-economic disparities, the lavish lifestyles of government officials, and the urgent need for […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 16
insert_link World Biden & Trump win Michigan primary despite challenges US president Joseph Biden won Michigan's Democratic primary, while Donald Trump won the Republican contest. Biden faced opposition from the state's Arab American population over the Israel-Gaza conflict, with many in the state marking their ballot for "uncommitted" rather than Biden. Nick Harper reports. todayFebruary 29, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa Transnet Welcomes Michelle Phillips as New CEO and Nosipho Maphumulo as CFO South Africa's Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan, has appointed Michelle Phillips as the new CEO of Transnet. With over 20 years of experience at the state-owned entity, Phillips previously served as the acting CEO following high-level resignations last year. Additionally, has been appointed as Transnet's Chief Financial Officer. Minister Gordhan expresses confidence that these appointments will steer the entity strategically and facilitate the execution of ongoing reforms, according to department […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 9
insert_link 2 Business / Economics Local Economics Analyst on Namibia’s Record-Breaking N$100.1 Billion Budget Unveiled by Finance Minister Shiimi Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi presented Namibia's largest-ever annual budget on Wednesday, outlining a projected government spending of N$100.1 billion for the 2024/2025 financial year. Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor provides insights. todayFebruary 29, 2024 38 2
insert_link Health / Medical World Rare Disease Day Highlights Global Impact and Advocates for Awareness todayFebruary 29, 2024 59
insert_link Namibia National budget leaves Geingob’s wishes for the elderly as just wishes The announcement made by Finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi during the tabling of the national budget for 2024/25 has dimmed the hopes of many Namibians. Moreover- that of the elderly. This is according to activist Rinaani Musutua. Activist Rosa Namises also weighed in. todayFebruary 29, 2024 23
insert_link Business / Economics 29 February Morning Biz News: Latest Financial Highlights: Government Revenue Projections, Harmony Gold’s Record Dividend, Binance Executives Detained, and Oil Price Decline In the ever-evolving landscape of global finances, several key developments have recently taken place, shaping the economic outlook for the near future. This article delves into the latest financial indicators, exploring government revenue projections, Harmony Gold's historic dividend announcement, the crackdown on cryptocurrency exchanges in Nigeria, and the recent decline in oil prices. Government's Fiscal Initiatives: The Namibian government has unveiled its fiscal year 2024/25 revenue projections, with a […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 2
insert_link World Odysseus lander to be ‘put to sleep’ The team behind the Odysseus spacecraft says their mission has 'changed the economics of landing on the moon'. Speaking on Wednesday, representatives of Intuitive Machines said the lander will be "put to sleep" before being powered up again in the next two to three weeks. Last week it became the first privately developed spacecraft to soft land on the lunar surface. Sally Patterson has more. todayFebruary 29, 2024 6