Experts Warn of Holiday Risks, Including Theft and Burglary

Experts Warn of Holiday Risks, Including Theft and Burglary

The festive season is associated with a higher likelihood of theft and accidents. Many people leave their homes unoccupied, making them more vulnerable to criminal activity. Johannes Hesekiel from Old Mutual emphasizes the need for vigilance during the holidays.

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Namibia

EU and Legal Assistance Centre Empower San Communities with Paralegal Training

The Legal Assistance Centre, in partnership with the European Union, has successfully completed a five-day paralegal training programme for San communities. This initiative is part of the San Empowerment Project, aimed at improving access to justice and promoting legal capacity building. Silke Höfs from the EU Delegation to Namibia highlighted the project's importance in empowering marginalized communities.

November 26, 2024 17

South Africa

DA Challenges Gauteng MEC as E-Toll Debt Allocation Looms

In South Africa, the DA in Gauteng says MEC for Finance, Lebogang Maile, will have to find ways to fund the delivery of quality services with reduced funding. The MEC is set to present the Adjustment Budget for the 2024/2025 financial year today. The DA’s, Dorianne Arendse, says that the provincial government taking responsibility for paying a portion of the e-toll debt, raises serious questions about compromises elsewhere, giving […]

November 26, 2024 19

World

Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police In Islamabad

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters have clashed with soldiers and police teams at the outskirts of Islamabad. Police say one officer has been killed and more than 100 have been injured. The Army has also been deployed as Pakistan's government tries to stop tens of thousands of supporters of Khan from trying to march into the capital. They are demanding the former cricketer - who has been in […]

November 26, 2024 16

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Enforces 500-Meter Ban on Rallies and Campaign Materials Near Polling Stations

As Namibia approaches its 27 November elections, the ECN has called for adherence to electoral guidelines as the campaign period officially ends at midnight tonight. ECN CEO Petrus Shaama emphasized that no rallies, public gatherings, or promotional materials are permitted within 500 meters of polling stations starting 26 November. Shaama urged political leaders to encourage their supporters to respect the rules, ensuring a smooth transition to Election Day. He […]

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Nam Elections 2024

LPM Youth Condemns SPYL’s Undemocratic Actions in NYC Elections…

The Landless People’s Movement Youth Command has condemned the SWAPO Party Youth League for interfering in National Youth Council elections, accusing them of sabotaging democratic processes. The LPM alleges that SPYL disrupted the Groot Aub elections and is blocking opposition participation in Oshana Region. The group is demanding an end to SPYL's interference and calls for the enforcement of fair representation as outlined in the NYC Act. The LPM […]

November 26, 2024 19

South Africa

S.A Union Calls for Urgent Reforms in Criminal Justice System

S.A Union Cosatu says with it being 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, government needs to tackle the shortcomings within the criminal justice system. In South Africa, a woman is killed every three hours; and over 50-percent of women are killed by an intimate partner. Cosatu’s, Zanele Sabela, says the shortcomings in the justice system are well documented by gender-based violence survivors, ranging from […]

November 26, 2024 13

World

Indian city tense days after clashes

A city in north India in the country's most populous state is on edge, days after four people were killed and dozens more injured in clashes. The opposition has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party of deliberately stoking communal tensions, and plans to raise the issue in Parliament this week.Neha Poonia has more:

November 26, 2024 17

South Africa

South African National Civic Organisation Urges Government to Expedite Rescue of Illegal Miners

The South African National Civic Organisation in the North West is calling on the government to speed up the process of rescuing illegal miners who remain underground. Around four-thousand illegal miners are still underground at a disused shaft at Stilfontein mine. More than one-thousand illegal miners have resurfaced in recent weeks after Operation Vala Umgodi was mounted by police. Sanco’s spokesperson, Mzukisi Jam, says government’s slow action is disappointing:

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