insert_link Africa Migration organisation says urgent humanitarian aid is needed in the DRC The director general of the International Organisation for Migration, Amy Pope, has warned that with record levels of internal displacement, acute food insecurity, and gender-based violence, urgent and concerted action is needed to stem the worsening humanitarian situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Shanaé Harte from UN News reports. today12 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry launches digital school’s programme The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture on Monday, 12 August launched the Digital Schools program at the National Institute for Educational Development in Okahandja. This initiative, aimed at modernising classrooms across Namibia, introduces advanced digital tools and resources to strengthen learning and prepare students for the future. Executive Director of the Ministry, Sanet Steenkamp. Meanwhile, speaking at the event, Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture, Anna Nghipondoka, said that […] today12 August, 2024
insert_link World Government demands UN action after Gaza tragedy The government has condemned the recent Israeli attack on Al-Tabin School in Gaza, which resulted in the deaths of over 100 civilians. The school had been serving as a refuge for displaced Palestinians. In an official statement, the government criticised the international community for its failure to protect Palestinian civilians and called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate action to end the aggression and ensure the protection […] today12 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia Transport, housing, and food drive 4.6% inflation rate The Namibia Statistics Agency has reported that transport, housing, water, electricity, gas, other fuels, and food and non-alcoholic beverages were the biggest contributors to the 4.6 percent annual inflation rate in July, each contributing 1.0 percentage points. NSA spokesperson Mirjam Shihepo breaks down the numbers. According to the NSA's July 2024 report, inflation rates varied by zone: Zone 2 (Khomas region) had the highest rate at 5.0%, […] today8 August, 2024
insert_link Entertainment Miss SA contestant, Adetshina withdraws amid identity theft investigation South Africa’s Home Affairs minister, Leon Schreiber says the case around the citizenship of Miss SA contestant Chidimma Adetshina indicates the urgent need for the digital modernisation of the department's processes. An ongoing investigation by the department has found prima facie evidence of fraud and identity theft committed by Adetshina’s mother. Adetshina has withdrawn from the contest. According to the Miss South Africa organization’s website, Adetshina was born […] today8 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia PDM opposes Bill limiting public demonstrations Debate on the Public Gathering Bill, which could restrict demonstrations at certain public institutions for national security reasons, has been postponed to September. The bill intends to protect constitutional rights while maintaining public order and safety. It would prohibit demonstrations in restricted areas such as court buildings, the National Assembly, the State House, airports, embassies, military buildings, and central intelligence offices. PDM Member of Parliament, Maximilian Katjimune says his party […] today8 August, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Labour Ministry starts business re-engineering process The Office of the Labour Commissioner has started a business re-engineering process this week to identify and remove service delivery obstacles. Here is the Executive Director of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation, Lydia Indombo. today8 August, 2024
insert_link World Bangladesh interim government to be sworn in Nobel Laureate Professor Dr. Muhammed Yunus has officially been sworn in as the head of Bangladesh's interim government, succeeding former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India after weeks of violent protests led mainly by students. Aljazeer reports that upon his return to Bangladesh on Thursday from an overseas trip, Yunus was greeted at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport by the country’s military chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, along with leaders […] today8 August, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical New law to reform health sector The government is establishing a unified Health Professions Council to replace the existing five councils. The Namibia Press Agency reports that Health Minister Dr. Kalumbi Shangula introduced in parliament, saying that the Health Professions Council of Namibia Bill, will merge the Social Work and Psychology Council, Allied Health Professions Council, Nursing Council, Pharmacy Council, and Medical and Dental Council into one entity. The new law will also mandate health professionals […] today8 August, 2024