insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, is leading the country’s delegation to The Hague South Africa's Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, is leading the country’s delegation to The Hague in the Netherlands where the country’s genocide case against Israel will be heard in the International Court of Justice. The delegation consists of prominent diplomats and officials who will join forces with global political figures like former British opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn. Lamola says he is determined to end the humanitarian crisis […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Criticism Arises as Namcor Spends N$68 Million on Incomplete Organizational Software System Namcor, the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia, has invested N$68 million in an operational software system for their organization, which, regrettably, is not fully operational. The corporation entrusted Green Enterprise Solutions with a software tender in January 2020. Their task was to supply, install, implement, test, and activate an enterprise resource planning system, a crucial software tool for managing day-to-day business activities within organizations. According to documents obtained by The […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 6
South Africa ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the ruling party exist to serve South Africans ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the ruling party exist to serve South Africans and remains the party of choice. He addressed the cake-cutting ceremony at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga yesterday, as the ANC celebrated its 112th anniversary. Ramaphosa says the formation of the ruling party was also to unite people in the country and it has led to the process of ending apartheid. todayJanuary 9, 2024 6
insert_link World US Congressional leaders strike deal to avert government shutdown U.S. congressional leaders have struck a deal that could help avert a government shutdown later this month. The deal is worth roughly 1.6 trillion dollars but must still gain support from lawmakers in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports. todayJanuary 9, 2024 6
insert_link World US National Rifle Association trial begins in New York A corruption trial against the US National Rifle Association in the United States begins on Monday. New York Attorney General Letitia James accuses the gun rights group and its leaders of widespread civil corruption - the defendants have denied wrongdoing. The trial is expected to last around six weeks. Sally Patterson reports from New York. ENG CORRUPTION AT NATIONAL RIFLE todayJanuary 9, 2024 1
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay police officer Bartholomeus Shindimba was granted bail Walvis Bay police officer Bartholomeus Shindimba was granted bail on Friday, set at N$1,000, following allegations of being found in possession of a stolen cellphone that belonged to Vernon Gavin, aged 52, discovered deceased at home on December 30. Inspector Ileni Shapumba, the Erongo police spokesperson, confirmed that Shindimba, stationed at Walvis Bay Police Station, appeared in the Walvis Bay Magistrate’s Court and is scheduled for a subsequent appearance on […] todayJanuary 9, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Traffic Officers Issue Over 1,100 Fines in December, Speeding Tops Offenses In December, traffic officers in Windhoek recorded a total of 1,108 fines, as per statistics furnished by The City of Windhoek to The Namibian. The most prevalent offenses included speeding violations, accounting for 171 fines, followed closely by disregarding road signs. Additionally, 86 fines were issued to drivers lacking a valid driving license. Furthermore, 85 fines were imposed on motorists for not having their driving licenses in their possession. Among […] todayJanuary 9, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa SA’s proposed Integrated Energy Plan is criticised by experts South Africa’s proposed Integrated Energy Plan, released for public comment, has received criticism from experts. The draft aims to outline how electricity supply and demand will be balanced until 2050. However, energy experts, including Chris Yelland, have expressed dissatisfaction, citing a lack of clarity and comprehensive details on addressing rolling blackouts. todayJanuary 9, 2024 5
insert_link Namibia 40-year-old man was reportedly fatally stabbed on Saturday in the Onesi Constituency A 40-year-old man was reportedly fatally stabbed on Saturday in the Onesi Constituency within the Omusati Region by an identified assailant. As stated in a weekend crime report released by the Namibian Police Force on Monday, authorities are currently conducting a manhunt for the alleged perpetrator, who purportedly stabbed the victim in the chest around 12:30 PM. The victim, identified as Shiimi Onesmus, was allegedly attacked during the incident. NamPol's […] todayJanuary 9, 2024 18
