insert_link World Four months in jail for Navarro found guilty of contempt of U.S. Congress Peter Navarro, long-time trade advisor to former U.S. President Donald Trump, was sentenced to four months in jail on Thursday. He'd been found guilty of two counts of contempt of Congress for not appearing at a January 6th committee hearing. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. todayJanuary 26, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Ministry Encourages Stability for Effective Food Parcel Distribution to Marginalized Communities Rebekka Namwandi, the Deputy Director of Marginalised Communities in the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare, is urging members of marginalized communities to stay in one place for more effective distribution of quarterly food allocations. Namwandi acknowledged the nomadic lifestyle of some community members, which complicates the allocation process. She emphasized the difficulty and costliness of reaching nomadic populations, as regional planners often find vacant villages. In […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa South African Federation of Trade Unions is not surprised by the Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee’s decision to leave the repo rate unchanged The South African Federation of Trade Unions is not surprised by the Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee’s decision to leave the repo rate unchanged at 8.25-percent. This is the fourth hold since May last year. Saftu’s spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, says it was clear that the committee was going to leave the repo rate unchanged, precisely because they operate by incentivising those who trade in money to hold onto Rands, to […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 18
insert_link World Global shipping “not in crisis” just yet, says the UN Consumers may be faced with higher food prices due to delays along the world's major shipping corridors. Speaking at the United Nations on Thursday, Jan Hoffmann the Chief of Trade Facilitation said three of the world's shipping lanes have seen major decreases in traffic. Hoffman's briefing comes as attacks on shipping vessels by Houthi militia in the Red Sea continue unabated. Jody Jacobs reports from the UN in New York. todayJanuary 26, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Namibia Champions Transformation of CPA into Global Inter-Parliamentary Organization In a significant move, Namibia is at the forefront of advocating for the conversion of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association from a charitable organization into an international inter-parliamentary entity. The recent meeting of the CPA Africa region's budget committee, hosted by the Namibian parliament, delved into discussions, including the resolution to elevate the CPA's status. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, Chairperson of the National Council, highlighted the alignment of this initiative with the […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa SA’s Youth Capital advocates for public employment programmes and internships SA's Youth Capital advocates for public employment programmes and internships as solutions to bridge the gap between inexperienced job seekers and employers. This aligns with president Cyril Ramaphosa’s call for employers to consider hiring individuals lacking work experience. Youth Capital project lead, Kristal Duncan, emphasised to Newzroom Afrika that internship programmes offering pathways to employment could effectively address unemployment issues. todayJanuary 26, 2024 20
insert_link World China Calling on Iran to Rein in Houthi Attacks in Red Sea A report by Reuters says China is asking officials in Iran to help rein in attacks on ships in the Red Sea by the Houthis. It adds that several meetings have taken place between the two sides in Beijing and Tehran recently. Patrick Fok reports. todayJanuary 26, 2024 29
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE: Vitalio Angula’s Award-Winning Reporting on Namibia’s HPV Vaccine Rollout In an exciting development, freelance journalist Vitalio Angula, associated with the Voice of America, recently received an award for his outstanding work at the inaugural One Economy Foundation's Journalists Awards, Angula's award-winning piece, a radio story titled "Namibia to Introduce HPV Vaccine," delves into the crucial topic of cervical cancer prevention. About the Award-Winning Journalist: Vitalio Angula, a seasoned freelance journalist, expressed his gratitude for the recognition and shared details […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 18
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE: Reinhold Benjamin Schroeder Advocates for Homeless Rights in Khomasdal In a poignant account, Reinhold Benjamin Schroeder sheds light on the challenges faced by the homeless community residing near the Stadium in Khomasdal. In an exclusive interview with Future Media News' Leonard Witbeen, Schroeder emphasizes the dire living conditions, lack of basic amenities, and the need for government intervention to address their plight. Living Conditions Amidst COVID-19 Uncertainty: Benjamin begins by highlighting the absence of essential facilities such as bathrooms, […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 16