World Unicef warns Haiti’s healthcare system may collapse Haiti's health system is now "on the verge of collapse". That's the warning from the UN's Children's Fund. It says there has been an "alarming decrease" in the number of hospitals still functioning in the violence-wracked Caribbean nation. Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York. today24 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Empty Tickboxes on Namibian Government List Raise Concerns Ahead of Elections As the elections draw near, a growing number of tickboxes on the Namibian government 1990 to-do list remain unfilled. Peterstone Thapalo, a community leader from Windhoek's Tobias Hainyeko Constituency, highlighted the following issue along with other concerns in a recent interview with our news team. today24 May, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 24 May 2024 Morning Biz News: Old Mutual Foundation Boosts Grassroots Entrepreneurs with N$800,000 Investment; Rand Weakens, Dollar Surges: Weekly Business Digest” In the dynamic world of finance and business, every week brings forth a tapestry of developments that shape markets, economies, and opportunities. This week, notable movements in currencies, commodities, and initiatives mark the landscape of economic discourse. Here's a snapshot of the latest financial indicators and significant events impacting the business realm. 1. Old Mutual Foundation's Investment in Grassroots Entrepreneurs The Old Mutual Foundation reaffirms its commitment to fostering […] today24 May, 2024
World U.S University leaders testify to Congress over campus protests The leaders of three U.S universities have denied that their campuses have become, what one House republican described as, "hotbeds of antisemitism". But they did acknowledge missteps in their handling of pro-Palestinian demonstrations on their campuses during Thursday's congressional hearing. Kate Fisher reports for us from Washington. today24 May, 2024
South Africa ANC secretary-general says people are increasingly expressing their confidence in the party ANC secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula says people are increasingly expressing their confidence in the party, under the leadership of president Cyril Ramaphosa, to build the economy, create jobs, improve service delivery, and crack down on corruption. The ANC has recorded a steady decline in electoral support in previous elections, with polls suggesting it will dip below the 50-percent margin this time around. Speaking ahead of their final election rally at the […] today24 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Preliminary investigation report released for Small Aircraft Crash in Windhoek After three people were killed when a small airplane crashed in Windhoek’s Pionierspark residential area a few weeks ago, the Directorate of Aircraft Investigations in the Works and Transport ministry has released its preliminary investigation report. Head of the Directorate of Aircraft Investigations in the Ministry: Magnus Abraham. today24 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Kidnapped Namibian Truck Driver Found; Truck Still Missing The Namibian truck driver, kidnapped about a week ago during a hijacking on the N3 route outside Harrismith while traveling from Durban, has been located. Allegedly blindfolded during the incident, the victim's truck remains unrecovered. Truck drivers facing similar risks are urged to seek aid from the Namibian Embassy in Pretoria. Walvis Bay Corridor Group CEO, Mbahupu Hippy Tjivikua. E today24 May, 2024
insert_link World The U.S government is launching a lawsuit against entertainment giant Live Nation The U.S government is launching a lawsuit against entertainment giant Live Nation. It argues the company, which owns Ticketmaster, has an unlawful monopoly over live events. Mitch McCann reports for us. today24 May, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Union federation, Saftu is urging voters to consider socialist alternatives in the upcoming elections South Africa's Union federation, Saftu is urging voters to consider socialist alternatives in the upcoming elections. The organisation notes the deepening social crisis, citing issues such as political killings, corruption, and high levels of unemployment. They criticise the ANC government's adoption of neoliberal policies, which they believe have led to de-industrialisation and job losses. Outlining voting principles for workers, Saftu general secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi calls on voters to support parties […] today24 May, 2024