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Namibia

Main Hospital in Sudan’s Al-Fashir Attacked by Paramilitary Forces

The main hospital in Sudan's al-Fashir city has been attacked by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and rendered inoperative, according to Doctors Without Borders, which supports the facility. Al-Fashir, located in the Darfur region of northwestern Sudan, is home to over 1.8 million residents and displaced people. This attack marks the latest escalation in the conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF, which began in April last year.

today10 June, 2024

Business / Economics

10 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Business News Highlights: Namibia’s Ocean as Economic Pillar, Volkswagen’s Power Supply Challenges, Oil Price Decline, and Euro’s Reaction to Macron’s Election Call

Namibia’s Ocean: A Vital Economic Resource President Nangolo Mbumba has underscored the significance of Namibia's ocean, describing it as a crucial economic resource for the country. Annually, the ocean generates N$10 billion and contributes 5% to Namibia's GDP. According to The Brief, Mbumba emphasized that this vital asset supports thousands of jobs and ensures food security but is under significant threat from climate change and human activities. The president called […]

today10 June, 2024

South Africa

Eskom Justifies Power Station Shutdown Delays to S.A’s Climate Commission

Eskom has reassured the South African Presidential Climate Commission that delaying the shutdown of several power stations is necessary. CEO, Dan Marokane told the commission that postponing the decommissioning of Camden, Hendrina, and Grootvlei coal-fired stations until 2030 will cost the utility between 85 and 90 billion rand. Despite the substantial costs, Marokane insists the delays are essential to maintain energy supply.

today10 June, 2024

Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Basic Income Grant Coalition’s Rinaani Musutua on Electricity Tariff Increases

  Windhoek, Namibia – The Basic Income Grant Coalition, represented by Rinaani Musutua, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed tariff increases by the City of Windhoek. These increases, which encompass essential services such as water and electricity, are currently under review by the Electricity Control Board (ECB). Economic Hardship and Mismanagement Rinaani Musutua highlighted the financial struggles faced by many Namibians, stating that this is not the appropriate time […]

today10 June, 2024

Africa

Court Appearance for Over 50 Defendants in Failed Congo Coup

More than 50 defendants, including six individuals holding U.S., British, Canadian, or Belgian citizenship, appeared in court in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday according to reports by Reuters. They are charged with participating in a failed coup and other serious offenses that could result in the death penalty. The charges stem from an incident on May 19, when armed men briefly occupied a presidential office in the capital, […]

today10 June, 2024

Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee’s Shaun Gariseb on Electricity Tariff Increase Request to The Electricity Control Board

  Katutura, Windhoek – The Katutura Residents Committee, led by Shaun Gariseb, has taken a firm stance against the proposed 10% electricity tariff increase by the City of Windhoek. This objection comes in accordance with the Electricity Act 4 of 2007, section 43 of the Electricity Regulations, as amended by Government Notice 158 of 2020, which came into force on July 22, 2020. Objections and Legal Framework Shaun Gariseb, representing […]

today10 June, 2024

World

Biden Macron plan to use frozen Russian funds to help Ukraine

The United States and France have come up with a plan to use profits generated by sanctioned Russian assets to help Ukraine. President Biden has been in France this week for D-Day commemorations which were also attended by Ukraine's leader Vlodymyr Zelensky. Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.  

today10 June, 2024