insert_link South Africa US Judge Blocks Trump’s Freeze on HIV Aid To S.A A U.S. federal judge has halted President Donald Trump’s attempt to freeze funding for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief , allowing CDC-funded HIV programs in South Africa to continue. Trump has appealed the ruling, with a decision expected later today. However, the long-term future of PEPFAR remains uncertain, as Congress must reauthorize the program by next month. The Trump administration has indicated plans to phase out funding, sparking […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics MPs Sound Alarm Over Exploitative Lending Practices Lawmakers in the National Assembly debated financial reforms to curb rising debt levels in Namibia, especially among civil servants. Inna Hengari from PDM criticized microlenders such as Letshego for profiting N$199 million in six months while borrowers sink deeper into financial distress. Hertha Ekandjo reports for One Africa’s NewsOnOne. today14 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics 14 February 2025 Morning Market Update: Local and Global Financial Trends By Leonard Witbeen The Namibian stock market saw significant activity yesterday, with 1,582,354 shares traded at a total value of N$13.65 million across 28 deals. The financial sector led with N$11.89 million in trades, while the real estate sector followed with N$274,678. Year-to-date, market trades have reached 8 million shares, totaling N$481.55 million. Global Currency and Market Trends South African Rand Holds Steady Amid Tariff Speculation According to Reuters, South […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Land Expropriation Without Compensation Proposed in Parliament A heated debate is expected in the National Assembly as LPM's Utaara Mootu tabled a motion calling for the expropriation of land from foreign absentee landlords without compensation. Mootu argues that the current resettlement policy benefits the wealthy elite, leaving many landless Namibians without access to agricultural land. The motion challenges Article 16 of the Namibian Constitution, which protects property rights, and has sparked strong reactions from various political factions. […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Ramaphosa Leads Repatriation of Fallen SANDF Soldiers Last night, S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa officiated the transfer ceremony for the remains of 14 South African National Defence Force soldiers who lost their lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo while on a peacekeeping mission. The ceremony took place at Air Force Base Swartkops in Pretoria, where Ramaphosa, alongside Defence minister Angie Motshekga and SANDF Chief Rudzani Maphwanya, honoured the fallen troops. today14 February, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Supervisor Praises Nujoma’s Dedication in Geology Master’s Thesis One of the supervisors of Founding President Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma’s Geology master’s thesis described him as a dedicated student. In an interview with Selma Taapopi from One Africa’s NewsOnOne, Dr. Gabi Schneider says she co-supervised Nujoma's thesis, titled Copper: Its Geology and Economic Impact on Development in Namibia, Zambia, and DRC. His other two supervisors were Dr. Benjamin Mapani and Professor Fred Kamona. Schneider shared this on Nujoma as […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link World UN humanitarian chief asks Security Council to help protect UN staff in Yemen. United Nations humanitarian chief, Tom Fletcher has appealed to the Security Council to assist in getting UN staff released in Yemen. Several UN staff and other humanitarians are being held captive by Houthi rebels, some for several years. Fletcher says UN aid operations are continuing despite insignificant risks. Jody Jacobs reports. today14 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Residents Decry Unfair Billing Practices as Governor’s Debt Mysteriously Reduced Windhoek residents continue to face inconsistencies in municipal billing, with some accounts swiftly adjusted while others endure aggressive debt collection. A recent case involving a Governor saw their N$24,000 bill reduced to N$700, raising concerns over preferential treatment. Meanwhile, social activist Shaun Asprilla Gariseb has accused Redforce Debt Management of operating without proper documentation, urging residents to resist alleged unfair practices. Calls for accountability grow as frustrations over the city’s […] today13 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Ratepayers’ Struggle: The City of Windhoek’s Selective Billing and Redforce’s Questionable Practices By Leonard Witbeen Windhoek residents continue to face inconsistent and seemingly unfair treatment regarding municipal bills, with some accounts being swiftly rectified while others suffer at the hands of aggressive debt collectors. A recent case involving a prominent Governor highlights the glaring disparities in how the City of Windhoek (CoW) and Redforce Debt Management handle ratepayers. A Governor’s Bill Magically Reduced A Governor who owns property in Windhoek recently discovered […] today13 February, 2025
