insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission allocates N$269 million for November elections The Electoral Commission of Namibia has set aside N$269 million for the upcoming November elections. The allocation according to the Brief, focuses on the General Registration of Voters and the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections, with N$3.5 million reserved for potential by-elections. The funds are also aimed at ensuring the participation of voters in the electoral process. Meanwhile, the ECN unveiled the official timetable for the 2024 elections last […] today9 April, 2024
insert_link World The Vatican doubles down on gender theory and sex changes The Vatican has doubled down on its opposition to gender theory and sex changes. "Dignitas infinita" or "Infinite dignity", a new declaration personally approved by Pope Francis, was released by the office that oversees the Catholic Church's doctrine on Monday. Giles Gibson has more from Rome. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Rosa Namises announces independent bid for Presidency Social, gender equality, and human rights activist Rosa Namises has announced that she will run as an independent candidate for Namibia’s Presidential elections in November 2024. The former secretary general of Congress of Democrats and parliamentarian says she is running for presidency to address the country’s social issues. Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas weighs in. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics MTC sets record straight on subscription packages Reports are circulating that Mobile Telecommunication Limited will discontinue Super Aweh and Happy Hour as of 8 May 2024. MTC spokesperson, Erasmus Nekundi clarifies the matter. today8 April, 2024
insert_link World US, UK, and Australia prepare for AUKUS talks The United States, United Kingdom, and Australia are set to begin talks on bringing new members to Aukus, according to a report by the Financial Times. Laura Westbrook has more. today8 April, 2024
insert_link World Modi and Gandhi set for intense election rallies With India set to begin voting next week, election campaigns have picked up across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold several election rallies on Monday, as will opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Canal+ offers $2.9 billion for MultiChoice acquisition French media company Canal+ has made an offer of $2.9 billion to fully acquire South African broadcasting company MultiChoice. According to the BBC, it is a more attractive price compared to the $1.7bn bid that it presented to MultiChoice in February. MultiChoice is Africa's largest provider of subscription TV services, which include DSTv and streaming service Showmax. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Ondangwa Town Council gala dinner raises over N$500 000 The Ondangwa Town Council has raised over N$ 500 000 in cash, and pledges during the Ondangwa Trade and Industrial Exhibition gala dinner held on Saturday. Future Media's Maria Namupala reports. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia NUST student fatally injured during training Namibia University Of Science and Technology Fillemon Primus, a second-year Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care student community, died during a rescue training exercise in Windhoek on Thursday. today8 April, 2024