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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Leonard Witbeen

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South Africa

South Africa Announces May 29 for Highly Anticipated National and Provincial Elections

South Africa is set to hold national and provincial elections on May 29, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa's office announcement on Tuesday. The upcoming elections are anticipated to be the most competitive since the end of the apartheid system. Political analysts widely foresee a significant challenge for the governing African National Congress party, predicting a potential loss of its parliamentary majority for the first time since 1994. Voter concerns, including […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 14

World

US to impose additional sanctions on Russia following Navalny death

The United States is announcing a "major sanctions package" to hold Russia and its President Vladimir Putin accountable for the death of Alexei Navalny and the war in Ukraine. White House spokesperson John Kirby says the Biden administration will put forward the economic measures on Friday, a week after Navalny — a long-time anti-corruption campaigner and Putin critic — was found dead in an Artic Circle penal colony. Benji Hyer […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 12

Africa

Southern African Editors Forum Alarmed at Safety Threats Against NewsHawks Journalists

The Southern African Editors Forum expresses deep concern and alarm over recent reports revealing that NewsHawks, a prominent online investigative newspaper in Zimbabwe, has been compelled to halt the publication of a corruption story involving three army generals in the country’s defense force. In a public statement, the editor of NewsHawks disclosed that journalists from the outlet, particularly News Editor Owen Gagare, are currently under surveillance. This situation echoes the […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 18

Namibia

Biden’s Response to Age Concerns Shifts Amid Memory Questions; Amupanda Discusses Age and Leadership in Namibia

As per an NBC America report, U.S. President Joe Biden's strategy in addressing questions about his age has shifted from "watch me" to seeking endorsements. Following a report from special counsel Robert Hur characterizing Biden's memory as "significantly limited," presidential appointees and supportive lawmakers have been coming forward one by one to vouch for his mental acuity. Additionally, AR's Job Amupanda shares his opinion on age and leadership in Namibia. […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 30

Namibia

Education ministry declares Friday, February 23, as a school holiday

The Education ministry has declared Friday, February 23, as a school holiday as part of the national mourning arrangements for the funeral weekend of President Hage Geingob. Sanet Steenkamp, the Ministry's Executive Director, confirmed the announcement.   Meanwhile, the Information and Communication Technology minister, Emma Theofelus announced that 18 Heads of State are to attend the memorial and State Funeral services of the late President Hage Geingob, while 27 countries […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 20

Africa

Southern African Editors Forum Expresses Concern Over NewsHawks’ Forced Freeze on Military Corruption Story in Zimbabwe

The Southern African Editors Forum expresses deep concern over the NewsHawks, an investigative newspaper in Zimbabwe, being compelled to freeze a corruption story involving three army generals. Under the hashtag #NewsHawksFreezesExclusiveMilitaryStory, the editor reveals journalists, including News Editor Owen Gagare, are under surveillance, reminiscent of the dangers faced by senior journalist Bernard Mpofu in August 2021. Mpofu left his home due to threats after investigating President Emmerson Mnangagwa's helicopter crash, […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 23

Namibia

Closure of Mashare Village Clinic Sparks Concerns, PDM Urges Urgent Action

The Popular Democratic Movement expresses deep concern over the recent closure of the Mashare Village Clinic, situated east of Rundu in the Kavango East Region. Reports attribute the closure to a severe lack of water, hindering healthcare professionals from carrying out essential duties. PDM highlights the urgent nature of the matter, emphasizing the potential serious implications for the health and well-being of community members relying on the clinic for primary […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 34

South Africa

ActionSA Criticizes Western Cape Premier’s Address, Calls for Urgent Interventions

ActionSA in the Western Cape criticizes Premier Alan Winde's state of the province address, citing a lack of clear plans to tackle declining governance, service delivery, and inequality. The party proposes robust measures against crime, social support for addicts, increased healthcare investment, and a new approach to housing provision. Michelle Wasserman of ActionSA emphasizes the need for urgent interventions to address collapsing municipalities and the looming threat of criminality. Wasserman […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 7

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