insert_link World EU launches investigation into X, formerly known as Twitter The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X platform for breaching the EU's new social media laws. The probe, a global first, relates to a number of suspected failures, including the mishandling of illegal content and disinformation. todayDecember 18, 2023 22
insert_link Namibia Erongo prepares for festive season with safety operation Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope participated in the "Festive Season Operation" in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, by joining the Namibian Police and the neighborhood watch as they prepared for the influx of visitors during the festive season. todayDecember 18, 2023 34
insert_link Health / Medical Ministry of Health warns against misinformation on global health regulations Ministry of Health, and Social Services Executive Director, Ben Nangombe says the ministry appreciates public interest in the Global Pandemic Convention and changes to the 2005 International Health Regulations. He however warned against misinformation. todayDecember 18, 2023 27
insert_link World India’s Modi calls for investigation into breach of Parliament India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has called for a probe after a security breach in Parliament last week but rejected calls made by opposition parties for a discussion. Sreoshi Mukherjee reports. todayDecember 18, 2023 11
insert_link Africa DRC election campaigns enter final day Campaigns for the Democratic Republic of Congo's election are due to end today, two days before voters go to the polls. According to the BBC, insecurity, health and education are among key issues that have dominated campaigns as the country gears up for the vote. It is unclear whether the elections will take place in the restive east where dozens of armed groups are active. todayDecember 18, 2023 10
insert_link Namibia Namibian delegation attends seminar on peace and security in Algeria Penda Naanda, the Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, is leading the Namibian Delegation to the 10th High-Level Seminar on Peace and Security in Africa. The event, themed "Celebrating 10 Years of Progress and Cooperation: A Decade of Transformation and Innovation, reaching new heights together," is taking place in Oran, Algeria, from December 17 to 18, 2023. todayDecember 18, 2023 11
insert_link World Japan condemns North Korea missile launch Japan is calling an emergency national security meeting after North Korea fired two ballistic missiles within 12 hours. The projectiles are thought to have landed in the Sea of Japan short of the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayDecember 18, 2023 23
insert_link Africa Uganda court hears challenge to harsh anti-gay law Uganda’s Constitutional Court is hearing a case challenging the anti-homosexuality law that came into effect in May. The law imposes severe punishments on those convicted of same-sex acts including the death penalty for some crimes. According to the BBC, it is being challenged by a group of both individuals and human rights organisations who argue that it violates constitutional rights and freedoms. todayDecember 18, 2023 6
insert_link World The United Kingdom, Germany and France call for ‘sustainable ceasefire’ in Gaza The UK, France and Germany have joined calls for an immediate, and ‘sustainable ceasefire' in Gaza. UK shadow minister Wes Streeting says there is work to be done if a ceasefire is to be sustainable. todayDecember 18, 2023 12
