insert_link Science & Technology TikTok Returns to US App Stores After Ban Postponed TikTok is back on app stores in the United States today after President Donald Trump postponed enforcing a ban of the popular social media platform. The proposed law — passed by Congress, signed by former President Joe Biden, and upheld by the Supreme Court — had ordered TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance to sell the application, or else face a ban in the US. From there, Benji Hyer reports. today15 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia Joins International Maritime Organisation to Boost Supply Chains Cabinet has approved Namibia’s membership in the International Maritime Organisation to enhance supply chain efficiency. Information Minister Emma Theofelus announced the decision this week, following Cabinet’s first meeting on February 11. today15 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Slams ANC for Failing to Address Drug Crisis ActionSA has condemned the ANC-led government’s failure to tackle South Africa’s escalating drug crisis. ActionSA’s Dereleen James criticised the ANC's dismissive remarks toward the Central Drug Authority’s plea for support, calling it a blatant failure of leadership. James outlined solutions, including deploying the military to gang hotspots, decriminalising drug use and mandating rehabilitation. She calls for communities plagued by addiction and crime to receive support: today15 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa DENOSA Gauteng Raises Concerns Over Tembisa Hospital Challenges The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa in Gauteng has sounded the alarm over various challenges facing Tembisa Hospital. This includes operating with less than half its required staff, worsening working conditions, and no permanent CEO for over two years. DENOSA’s Bongani Banda says the crisis reflects broader provincial healthcare challenges. He demands urgent recruitment, improved working conditions, and absorption of community service nurses and doctors: today14 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics India-US agree to boost bilateral trade to $500Bn India and the US have agreed to boost bilateral trade to 500 Billion Dollars by 2030 as President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met in Washington. The US has also agreed to sell f-35 fighter jets to India. India's Foreign Minister says the two leaders share a close bond - which could define India-US ties for the next four years. Ishan Garg tells us more from New […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Social Grants and Youth Employment Get Budget Boost The government is increasing funding for social grants and youth employment initiatives. In his budget motivation speech, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and tackling unemployment. Shiimi announced that more funds will go towards child grants, old-age pensions, and youth employment programs to ease financial hardships. He added that these measures aim to reduce poverty and create job opportunities. Parliament Spokesperson Sackeus Kadhikwa […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Ramaphosa Heads to AU Summit in Addis Ababa S.A's President Cyril Ramaphosa will be travelling to Addis Ababa in Ethiopia this weekend, for the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union. The AU’s designated theme for this year is, Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations. Ramaphosa says the meeting of the assembly is taking place at a critical time as African countries are facing serious […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link Science & Technology TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US TikTok returned to the US app stores of Apple and Google as President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the Chinese-owned social media app. He also assured the tech giants they would not be fined for distributing or maintaining it. Laura Westbrook reports. today14 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia Strengthens Economic Recovery with SME Focus The government is prioritizing economic recovery by investing in small and medium enterprises. During his budget motivation speech in Parliament on 13 February 2025, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi highlighted efforts to support local entrepreneurs as a key strategy for growth. Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi says SMEs will play a critical role in Namibia’s economic recovery. Measures include funding incentives, tax relief, and business development programs to ensure that small […] today14 February, 2025
