insert_link Africa AU Summit Fails to Address African Conflict Zones Says Analyst South African Political analyst Kenneth Mokgathle has criticized the recent African Union summit for failing to propose concrete solutions or interventions for conflict-affected nations. He highlighted ongoing crises in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where M23 rebels have seized Goma and Bukavu, leading to significant casualties, and in Sudan, where violence continues to claim lives and displace millions. today20 February, 2025
insert_link World Trump and Musk show tight bond amid criticism of relationship US President Donald Trump and his unelected advisor Elon Musk have rejected suggestions that the world's wealthiest man is usurping his boss's limelight, as they expressed gushing admiration for each other in a Fox News interview. The display of affection was watched by millions on primetime TV, with America's two most powerful figures keen to send a message that their detractors won't be able to drive them apart. Benji Hyer […] today20 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa S.A Finance Minister Accuses Cabinet of Leaking VAT Hike Plans S.A Finance minister Enoch Godongwana has accused some cabinet ministers of leaking plans for a VAT increase to the media. In a media briefing, Godongwana said the government of national unity will work towards an agreement before the budget is presented on 12 March: today20 February, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Nujoma’s Body Arrives For Regional Burial Procession Government officials are gathered to receive the body of founding president Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma set to arrive this morning for departure to the regions as the nation gears up to pay respects. Our correspondent on the ground is Emvaalde Matheus reporting for One Africa's NewsOneOne today20 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa In S.A, Minister of Finance will table 2025 budget on 12 March South Africa's Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has confirmed that the 2025 budget will be tabled on 12 March, following additional deliberations within the cabinet. The budget speech was initially set for yesterday, but government decided to delay it to allow further discussions. Godongwana told the media the delay is in line with the Public Finance Management Act, which allows for a postponed presentation in exceptional circumstances: today20 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Labour Analyst Weighs In on Grade 11 Exit Concerns Popular Democratic Movement MP Reggie Diergaardt has voiced concerns over the new curriculum, which designates Grade 11 as the exit point for many students. He argues that this system could exacerbate unemployment and social challenges. In response, we spoke to labour analyst Sydwill Scholtz, who shared this insights on the potential impact of this policy. today20 February, 2025
insert_link World UN concerned about Israeli attacks on UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem The United Nations says Israel's repeated attacks on UNRWA facilities in East Jerusalem is a clear violation of its obligations under international law. In the latest incident, Israeli police raided several UNRWA schools this week affecting some 600 students. Earlier this year, Israel enacted a law passed by its parliament to ban the UN agency, claiming employees of the agency were involved in the October 7, 2023 attacks. Jody Jacobs […] today20 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia German NGO Donates Medical Equipment to Katutura Hospital Support Ulm e.V., a German non-profit organization, has contributed medical equipment worth N$2 million to the Department of Orthopaedics at Katutura Intermediate State Hospital in Windhoek. NewsOnOne’s Selma Taapopi reports. Speaking to NewsOnOne's Selma Taapopi, the hospital's Othorpedic Department Surgery Head, had this to say: today20 February, 2025
insert_link World US SEC seeks India’s help in investigating billionaire Gautam Adani The US Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking India's help in its investigation into Billionaire Gautam Adani who is considered close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Adani is accused of being part of a $265 million bribery scheme - an allegation he has called baseless. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. today19 February, 2025
