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Tonata Kadhila

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Namibia

Local leaders recognised for upholding democratic principles

Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary General of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance, has praised Namibia's political leadership for their dedication to upholding the rule of law. The Namibia Press Agency reports that during his official visit, he engaged with political figures, including President Nangolo Mbumba, discussing global democracy trends. During a presentation on Tuesday about the global state of democracy, Casas-Zamora commended political actors, including President Mbumba, for their […]

today26 June, 2024

Namibia

UNAM launches child research initiative conference

The University of Namibia, with support from the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare, has launched the Child Research Initiative and Training Conference. This initiative aims to tackle challenges in foster care for children under 18. Themed "Thriving Children and Families," the three-day event focuses on improving child and family well-being through evidence-based strategies. Dr Ndilimeke Nashandi the project leader for the child research initiative and training […]

today26 June, 2024

World

EU extends Ukrainian refugee stay

The European Union has extended the right of Ukrainian refugees to stay in the bloc for another year to March 2026, as Russia's war ravages their homeland. Currently, some 4.2 million Ukrainians are registered as refugees across the EU, with Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic hosting the biggest numbers. The measure had been due to expire on 4 March next year.

today26 June, 2024

Africa

AHIF holds talks on powering investment into hospitality

The Africa Hospitality and Investment Forum is currently underway in Windhoek. The event brings together the who's who of the hotel investment community that drives investment into tourism projects, infrastructure, and hotel development. We spoke to Gitta Paetzold, CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia after she participated in a panel discussion on Powering Investments into Namibian Hospitality   Today’s agenda also featured government initiatives to support the hospitality industry.

today26 June, 2024

Health / Medical

World marks International Day Against Drug Abuse

Today is International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime's World Drug Report 2024, launched on Wednesday, reveals that new synthetic opioids and a record supply and demand for other drugs have worsened the global drug problem. Angela Me, head of social affairs at UNODC.

today26 June, 2024

Africa

Death toll rises in Kenya tax hike protests

Protesters in Kenya have been shot dead and fires started inside parliament after politicians voted in favour of a controversial tax bill. The Kenya Medical Association said at least 13 people had been killed and dozens more injured. Following reports that Namibians were near Kenya’s Parliament at the time of the incident, we spoke to the Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Penda Naanda. Kenya is […]

today26 June, 2024

Africa

Kenya protesters shot as they near parliament

Anti-tax protesters in the Kenyan capital Nairobi have pushed their way into the complex where the parliament sits. Local TV has been showing images of a police truck on fire nearby. There have been reports of people being wounded as police fired rounds to disperse the crowds. A human rights organisation said it had witnessed four protesters being shot, and said that one person had been killed. This has not […]

today25 June, 2024