Leonard Witbeen

President Hage Geingob on Monday morning underwent routine colonoscopy and gastroscopy tests

On Monday morning, President Hage Geingob underwent standard colonoscopy and gastroscopy tests at a local hospital, as confirmed by the Office of the Presidency. According to Alfredo Hengari, the presidential spokesperson, these procedures were part of the president's routine annual medical checkup. "The procedure was a follow-up to his annual medical checkup," Hengari stated. In light of the importance of early detection and preventive healthcare measures, President Geingob took the […]

9 January, 2024

Interview Transcripts

Initiative to Combat Alcohol Abuse: A Conversation with Keshia Damases Ipinge

In a recent interview, Keshia Damases Ipinge, founder of the Alcohol-Free Futures Support Group, shed light on her motivations and the impact of her initiative aiming to assist individuals struggling with alcohol abuse. During the discussion, Ms. Ipinge shared her personal journey, revealing that her past experiences with alcoholism prompted her to create the support group. Having battled with alcohol abuse since the age of 16, she realized the destructive […]

9 January, 2024

South Africa

Competition Commission of South Africa says it will continue to act against schools that not following school uniform guidelines

The Competition Commission of South Africa says it will continue to act against schools that not following school uniform guidelines in the country. In 2021, the commission reached an agreement that schools abandon exclusivity deals with suppliers. But many schools across the country have not implemented this, and the commission has already received over 220 complaints. The commission’s spokesperson, Karabo Motaung, has told ENCA that the commission is still taking […]

8 January, 2024

World

Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina wins record fifth term in controversial polls

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won a fourth straight term in office in an election that was boycotted by the main opposition party. The country's Election Commission said that her Awami League party won more than 50% of the seats in the parliamentary election. A final official declaration from the poll panel is expected soon. Neha Poonia has more.

8 January, 2024

Namibia

Tragic incident unfolded at a cuca shop in a village within the Omusati region

A tragic incident unfolded at a cuca shop in a village within the Omusati region, resulting in the death of a 31-year-old man who was stabbed with a knife on Saturday evening. The police confirmed the arrest of a 31-year-old suspect in connection with the incident at Otamanzi village in Omusati. Identified as Titus Nambala, the victim succumbed to the stab wound to his chest at the scene. The police […]

8 January, 2024

Namibia

Two long-distance bus drivers caught transporting illegally imported goods

In the Oshikoto Region of Namibia, the Namibian police apprehended two long-distance bus drivers who were allegedly caught transporting illegally imported goods. The arrests occurred during the early hours of Friday at Tsumeb's Fourway Roadblock, with both suspects taken into custody only minutes apart. The initial suspect, aged 52, was detained just after midnight when authorities thoroughly searched his bus, registered in Windhoek. Upon inspection, law enforcement discovered eighteen boxes […]

8 January, 2024

World

Investigation ongoing into Alaska Airlines mid-flight blowout

An investigation is ongoing into the cause of a blowout on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 flight from Portland Oregon to Ontario California. A panel of the plane broke open in the middle of the journey and its pilots scrambled to make an emergency landing. Our US correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

8 January, 2024

South Africa

ActionSA demands the immediate resignation of minister Blade Nzimande and Ernest Khosa of NSFAS

ActionSA is demanding the immediate resignation of the minister o Higher Education, Science and Technology, Blade Nzimande, as well as the Chairperson of National Student Financial Aid Scheme board, Ernest Khosa. This follows explosive reporting by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse, revealing the pair allegedly received kickbacks related to the fraudulent Direct Payment of Allowances scheme. ActionSA’s Hluphi Gafane says Outa’s revelations exposed a web of corruption.

8 January, 2024

Namibia

Onawa and Omashaka to get police sub-stations

The Oshakati and Ondangwa Town Councils have allocated land for the establishment of sub-stations at Onawa reception in Oshakati and Omashaka location in Ondangwa. This initiative aims to enhance crime prevention measures in both areas following numerous reports of criminal activities reported to the Namibian Police Force. NamPol Inspector-General, Joseph Shikongo, reiterated the force’s dedication to delivering top-notch services and assured the community of their readiness to provide assistance. Additionally, […]

8 January, 2024