insert_link Business / Economics Keetmanshoop Expo Raises N$238,000 in Pledges for 2024 Event The fundraising gala dinner for the Keetmanshoop Agricultural, Industrial, and Tourism Expo raised nearly N$238,000 in pledges. The 68th event, scheduled for 29 October to 01 November, will focus on "Tourism and Green Investment for Inclusive Economic Development." Patron Benedictus Diergaardt emphasized the expo's role in fostering partnerships and promoting sustainable tourism and green investments to drive economic growth and job creation in Namibia. todayJuly 29, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa Eskom says its generation recovery plan continues to deliver efficiencies To South Africa, where Eskom says its generation recovery plan continues to deliver efficiencies, with an approximate reduction of over nine-billion-rand in open-cycle gas turbines diesel expenditure from 1 April to 25 July, compared to the same period last year. Eskom’s spokesperson Daphne Mokwena says the power utility's strategic use of peaking stations, including pumped storage and gas turbines, remains key in managing electricity demand during peak times, particularly during […] todayJuly 29, 2024 4
insert_link World Barack And Michelle Endorse Kamala Harris Former US President, Barack Obama and his wife, the former First Lady, Michelle Obama, have given their official endorsement to Kamala Harris for President. Mitch McCann reports: todayJuly 29, 2024 17
insert_link 2 Interview Transcripts Khorixas Mayor Patience !Hoaes Discusses Town’s Progress and Challenges in Exclusive Interview By Leonard Witbeen In a recent interview with Khorixas Mayor Patience !Hoaes, the mayor shared her insights on her journey since taking office, the current state of the town, and the plans she has for its future. The Moment of Triumph When asked about her emotions upon being declared the mayor, Honorable Patience !Hoaes reflected on a deeply personal experience. “When they announced me as the mayor, it was an […] todayJuly 26, 2024 10 2
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy Research Urges Independence for Public Procurement Unit to Boost Oversight The Institute for Public Policy Research recommends the Public Procurement Unit be independent from the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises to improve regulatory oversight. The current structure, where the PPU director reports to the Ministry's executive director, creates a conflict of interest. IPPR suggests elevating the PPU's status to enhance accountability and transparency. Only 32% of public entities have submitted their procurement plans for the 2024/25 financial year, highlighting […] todayJuly 26, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa DA says the presence of contraband undermines the rehabilitation efforts of inmates In S.A, the DA says the presence of contraband undermines the rehabilitation efforts of inmates and compromises the security of the country’s prisons. Officials from the Department of Correctional Services and the police raided the Johannesburg Correctional Centre, also known as Sun City, on Wednesday night. Drugs, alcohol, knives, cellphones, WiFi routers were some of the items discovered. The DA’s, Janho Engelbrecht, says intensified efforts to conduct similar raids across […] todayJuly 26, 2024 21
insert_link World Indian and Chinese Foreign Ministers meet at sidelines of ASEAN More details are emerging a day after India's Foreign Minister met his Chinese counterpart at the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in Laos. New Delhi reportedly told Beijing that there's an 'urgency' to stabilize ties between the nuclear armed neighbours. Ties between India and China have been tense for more than four years now, after their troops clashed along a disputed frontier in the Himalayan region of Ladakh. Neha Poonia […] todayJuly 26, 2024 16
insert_link World US Congress to Create Bipartisan Task Force to Investigate Trump Assassination Attempt The US congress is set to establish a bipartisan task force to investigate the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump during a Pennsylvania rally. It comes as the acting director of the U.S. The Secret Service will testify before three Senate committees next week. Mitch McCann reports: todayJuly 26, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Works and Transport ministry to Invest N$138 Million in Upgrading Auas and Dr Hage Geingob Roads The Works and Transport ministry will invest N$138 million to upgrade Auas Road and Dr Hage Geingob Road, aiming to improve traffic flow, safety, and create jobs reports The Brief. The project will be done in two phases: N$30 million for initial work starting now, and N$108 million for further upgrades starting in 2025. China Railway Seventh Group will handle the construction, with expected cost savings. The project will also […] todayJuly 26, 2024 11
