Leonard Witbeen, Author at Future Media News

S.A’s Ramaphosa Pledges to Improve Living Conditions in Second Term

On Wednesday, a weakened South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed that his new multi-party government would enhance basic living conditions for all citizens as he was sworn in for a second term. Ramaphosa's African National Congress will share power with five other parties after losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years in the May 29 election.

20 June, 2024

Business / Economics

Information and Communication Technology ministry Facilitates Public-Government Dialogue on Enhancing Service Delivery

The Information and Communication Technology ministry organized an information-sharing session with the goal of fostering closer engagement between the government and the public, centered around the theme of Enhancing Service Delivery in the Public Sector through Communication. ICT Minister, Emma Theofelus.

20 June, 2024

South Africa

Julius Malema Denies Endangering Lives During 2018 EFF Celebration

EFF leader, Julius Malema has denied claims that he endangered lives by firing a shot in the air during the EFF’s fifth birthday celebrations in 2018 at Mdantsane's Sisa Dukashe Stadium. Malema and co-accused Adriaan Snyman are on trial in East London Regional Court for Malema's alleged firing of what appeared to be a rifle. He argued that no attendees opened a case against him and denies claims of intimidation: […]

20 June, 2024

Namibia

Voter Registration Drive Registers Over 366,000

The Electoral Commission has reported that since the General Registration of Voters began on June 3, a total of 366,036 eligible Namibians have registered, averaging close to 30 thousand registrations per day from June 10 to June 15. The GRV will continue until August 1, operating Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm as the Commission urges all eligible citizens to register promptly.

20 June, 2024

World

Heatwave intensifies across U.S

Record-breaking temperatures are expected across the United States, as a heat dome continues to intensify over the northeast of the country. Several states have opened cooling centres in libraries, town halls, and other public spaces to help residents without air conditioning. It comes as many Americans celebrate Juneeteenth on Wednesday, a federal holiday commemorating the ending of slavery. Sally Patterson reports.

20 June, 2024

World

Kim and Putin meet in Pyongyang

The leaders of Russia and North Korea are holding their first summit in Pyongyang in 24 years. Russian president Vladimir Putin arrived to a hug and handshake from his counterpart Kim Jong-un on Wednesday. As Chris Gilbert reports.

19 June, 2024

South Africa

S.A Outgoing minister of Police has thanked the people of South Africa for entrusting him with heading the police ministry

Outgoing minister of Police, Bheki Cele has thanked the people of South Africa for entrusting him with heading the police ministry. Cele was speaking during the police national medal parade at the SAPS Academy in Tshwane West. He also thanked the ANC for appointing him to the position and had advice for whoever will step into the role in the coming days:

19 June, 2024

Namibia

Erongo Governor Highlights Housing Crisis Among Namibia’s Urban Poor

Over 300,000 Namibian households lack adequate housing and sanitation, with most being ultra-low and low-income families unable to enter the formal housing market, according to Erongo Governor, Neville Andre Itope. At a Swakopmund workshop hosted by the National Council Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Housing, Itope revealed that about 230,000 families live in informal settlements with insecure tenure and minimal services. The workshop addressed the housing backlog and the […]

19 June, 2024

World

Malaysia and China will sign a five-year Programme for Economic and Trade Cooperation

Malaysia and China will sign a five-year Programme for Economic and Trade Cooperation during Chinese premier Li Qiang's inaugural visit to Kuala Lumpur. Malaysian Investment, Trade, and Industry minister, Tengku Zafrul Aziz, announced at the launch of the Chery Malaysia Assembly Plant that the agreement would deepen ties in manufacturing, the digital economy, robotics, entrepreneur development, innovation, startups, and agricultural research and development:

19 June, 2024