insert_link Namibia Finance ministry announced Namibia’s dedication to aligning with international standards established by the Financial Action Task Force The Finance and Public Enterprises ministry has announced Namibia's dedication to aligning with international standards established by the Financial Action Task Force since December 2022. A thorough mutual evaluation spanning two years led to the adoption of the Namibia Mutual Evaluation Report by the ESAAMLG Council of Ministers on 2 September 2022. Ministry spokesperson Wilson Shikoto provides insights into this commitment. todayFebruary 22, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia DA Accuses ANC Policies of Exacerbating Unemployment Crisis as Michael Amushelelo weighs in on the Namibia front The Democratic Alliance contends that ANC policies are contributing to a surge in unemployment rates, citing a national unemployment rate of 32.1% that rises to over 41% under the expanded definition. The party criticizes the ANC for neglecting structural barriers, highlighting that 69.1% of young people, according to the fourth quarter Labour Force Survey, are unable to contribute to the economy. Michael Saddam Amushelelo shares insights on Namibia and its […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Increased Traffic Expected for Late President Hage Geingob’s Funeral, MVA Fund Urges Caution As the funeral proceedings for the late President Hage Geingob draw near, the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund anticipates heightened traffic flow into Windhoek through various routes. In response to this, the MVA Fund's CEO, Rosalia Martins-Hausiku, strongly encourages all motorists and road users to exercise utmost caution, patience, and vigilance during this period. todayFebruary 22, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa SA’s IFP Deputy President Criticizes 2024 Budget Speech as Political Maneuver Ahead of Elections Inkosi Buthelezi, the deputy president of the Inkatha Freedom Party, has characterized the 2024 budget speech as a political stunt in anticipation of the elections. Expressing disappointment with the economy's downturn and the underperformance of various departments despite allocated funds, Buthelezi voiced concerns about the government's plan to utilize 150 billion rand from the Gold and Foreign Exchange Contingency Reserve Account due to lower-than-expected growth and a revenue shortfall. todayFebruary 22, 2024 3
insert_link World UK Sanctions Russian Prison Officials Over Navalny’s Death The UK has announced sanctions against Russian prison officials in connection with the death of jailed opposition figure Alexei Navalny. The British Foreign Office says the UK is the first country to impose sanctions in response to the death of Navalny last week. Simon Gaitán reports. todayFebruary 22, 2024 3
insert_link Business / Economics Driving Economic Transformation: Namibia’s Strategic Moves, South Africa’s Inflation Trends, and Global Financial Indicators In the dynamic landscape of global economics, strategic initiatives play a pivotal role in shaping the future prosperity of nations. In this article, we delve into three key developments that are currently influencing economic dynamics: Namibia's focus on dry ports and railway upgrades, South Africa's inflation trends, and the latest global financial indicators. Namibia's Economic Transformation: Analysts are highlighting the transformative potential of prompt execution of dry ports and […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa South African Finance Minister Acknowledges Load-Shedding Impact, Advocates Energy Sector Reforms in Budget SA Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana addresses the critical issue of load-shedding, recognizing its widespread impact on South Africans, disrupting production, operations, and livelihoods. During the delivery of the last budget of the 6th administration, Godongwana emphasizes the need for energy sector reforms to ensure long-term energy security. todayFebruary 22, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Late President Hage Geingob to Rest at Heroes’ Acre Mausoleum The late President Hage Geingob will be laid to rest on Sunday in one of the specially reserved rooms for presidents at Heroes' Acre, according to a senior government source who confirmed this information. The mausoleums at Heroes' Acre were constructed to align with international standards for honoring national heroes and heroines, as explained by Salomon April, the current governor of the Hardap region and former director of the National […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 25
insert_link Health / Medical Oshikoto Region Faces Malaria Outbreak, Urges Early Treatment The Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services in the Oshikoto Region, Joshua Nghipangelwa, has urged community members to seek early treatment amidst a growing outbreak of malaria. Nghipangelwa reported 256 malaria cases between January 2024 and 18 February 2024, surpassing epidemic thresholds. Nghipangelwa stated that the regional rapid response team and the district response team have initiated actions to address the outbreak. The teams have conducted investigations, […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 32