insert_link Africa Nigeria denies plans for foreign military bases amid regional concerns Nigeria's government says it has no plan to host foreign military bases within its borders. This follows reports that the government was planning to do so after three West African countries asked French and US troops to leave their country. today7 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Government calls for document submission from Workman’s Compensation beneficiaries The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation is conducting a payroll audit for workman’s compensation beneficiaries. These funds support civil servants injured on duty or beneficiaries of deceased civil servants. With 310 beneficiaries currently, the Executive Director, Lydia Indombo, stressed the importance of submitting relevant documents by 31 May 2024, warning that failure to do so may lead to the suspension of benefit payments. today7 May, 2024
insert_link Africa East Africa braces for more rains Kenya remains on high alert as Tropical Cyclone Hidaya threatens to dump more torrential rains on East African countries, which recently emerged from three years of historic drought. The heavy rains have caused deadly flooding and landslides that have killed nearly 400 people across the region since March. The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson. today7 May, 2024
insert_link World Germany deploys naval ships to Indo-Pacific Two German Naval ships have departed for a multi-month mission to the Indo-Pacific region, as Europe's biggest economy looks to bolster its presence in key shipping lanes across Asia. From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. today7 May, 2024
insert_link South Africa The death toll in George building collapse has risen Rescue teams in South Africa are searching for survivors after a five-story building under construction collapsed on Monday, killing six people and leaving at least 50 trapped. Officials in the city of George, Western Cape province, say 24 people have been pulled from the wreckage and taken to hospital. BBC Africa further reports that Rescuers heard from 11 more survivors in the ruins of the under-construction building on Tuesday. They […] today7 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Cyclists promote Trans Kalahari Corridor for development and safety In a bid to promote the Trans Kalahari Corridor, advocate for spatial development initiatives, and promote safety and security along the Trans Kalahari Corridor, 30 cyclists from Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa cycled the Trans Kalahari Corridor. The 1900 km cycle challenge started in Rustenburg, through Botswana, and ended in Walvis Bay. Here is one of the cyclists, Vaino Kali. The TKC Executive Director, representatives of the Erongo Regional Council, […] today7 May, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia targets climate impact on maternal health for International Midwives Day Namibia will mark International Midwives Day on Saturday, 11 May 2024. This year's theme aligns with the core objectives of COP28 and focuses on strategies to improve the health and status of women. Annaloice Penduka, a Board member and Treasurer of the Independent Midwives Association of Namibia, as well as an Advanced Midwife and Lecturer at IUM, says that Namibia's emphasis will be on the effects of climate change on […] today7 May, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia outperforms region in public health The Namibian government, in partnership with the WHO, unveiled the African Health Workforce Investment Charter on 6 May at the inaugural Africa Health Workforce Investment Forum. The charter's launch signified a coordinated effort to bolster investments in health workforce education, employment, and retention, with a specific focus on reducing disparities and enhancing health outcomes, particularly in underserved regions. Attended by about 170 delegates, including ministers of health, labor and finance […] today7 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission of Namibia announces voter registration dates Namibia is poised for a pivotal democratic moment as it prepares for presidential and National Assembly elections slated for November 27, 2024. Voter registration is set to take place between June 3 and August 1, with all eligible Namibians expected to register afresh to participate in the upcoming elections. The nomination of independent candidates is expected to take place on October 14, while the nomination court for political parties is […] today6 May, 2024