Leonard Witbeen, Author at Future Media News

South Africa’s Electoral Commission Emphasizes Ongoing Process

Deputy CEO of South Africa's Electoral Commission, Masego Sheburi, underscores that voter registration for the upcoming elections is an ongoing process. In a commendation of Home Affairs, he highlights the department's open offices, aiding those requiring assistance with identity documents crucial for registration. Sheburi emphasizes that the registration process extends beyond the weekend, promoting ongoing civic engagement.

5 February, 2024

Namibia

Namibia’s Mixed System Post-Geingob, Insights from High Economic Intelligence’s Salomo Hei

Namibia operates within a mixed economic system, characterized by a blend of private freedom, centralized economic planning, and government regulation. As a member of the Southern African Development Community, Namibia's economic landscape takes center stage following the recent passing of Dr. Geingob. Offering expertise on this matter is Salomo Hei from High Economic Intelligence. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in […]

5 February, 2024

Namibia

Evening Devotions to Honor Late President Hage Geingob Announced by Family Spokesperson

Local lawyer and family spokesperson, Sisa Namandje, has revealed that daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek. Addressing mourners at the Geingob residence, Namandje mentioned that the duration of these devotions remains uncertain, awaiting government pronouncements on funeral proceedings. The devotions will occur at 6pm every day until the president is laid to rest. Namandje highlighted the late president's commitment […]

5 February, 2024

South Africa

Firefighters Make Significant Progress Containing Cape Winelands Fires

The Cape Winelands Municipality reports substantial headway in controlling the fires in Worcester, Wolseley, and Rawsonville. Municipality spokesperson Jo-Anne Otto states that most of the fire lines demanding active firefighting efforts have been successfully contained. However, she notes that the fire line along the Brandvlei mountains toward the prison still exhibits active flames.

2 February, 2024

Namibia

Unemployment Crisis in Kalkrand Fuels Rise in Crime and Substance Abuse Among Youth

2 February, 2024

World

US approves sale of 31 armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion

The US has approved a four billion USD deal to potentially sell India 31 armed drones, six years after the two sides first started discussing the pact. The approval by the US State Department comes as the White House continues to try and wean New Delhi away from Russian arms. Priyata Brajabasi reports.

2 February, 2024

South Africa

ANC to Pursue Disciplinary Action Against Zuma Despite Non-Response

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula asserts the party's commitment to pursue disciplinary action against former president Jacob Zuma, even if he doesn't respond to the suspension. Zuma's membership was suspended on Monday for violating the ANC's constitution through his involvement in the uMkonto we Sizwe Party. Mbalula emphasizes the party's dedication to upholding discipline and preserving the ANC's constitutional framework.

2 February, 2024

Namibia

NABTA Advocates First Aid and Defensive Driving Training for Bus and Taxi Drivers to Curb Road Accidents

Pendapala Nakathingo, Secretary of the Namibia Bus and Taxi Association, encourages all drivers to undergo First Aid and Defensive Driving courses to mitigate road accidents. Nakathingo, in an interview with Nampa, highlights the establishment of First Aid Training courses in September 2022, aiming to equip drivers with lifesaving skills, transforming them into effective first responders at accident scenes. Emphasizing the defensive driving objectives, he underscores the importance of providing necessary […]

2 February, 2024

World

Cancer cases to rise by 77% by 2050, according to WHO

Global cancer cases are predicted to rise by more than 75% by 2050, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization. The W-H-O's International Agency for Research on Cancer says tobacco, alcohol, obesity and air pollution are behind the predicted rise. Sally Patterson has more.

2 February, 2024