insert_link Africa Zimbabwe considers elephant culling for food amid drought Zimbabwe is considering culling elephants for the first time since 1988 as the country grapples with a devastating drought. Environment Minister Sithembiso Nyoni told lawmakers in Mount Hampden, near Harare, that discussions are underway to cull elephants and distribute the meat to drought-stricken communities in need of protein. This move comes as Zimbabwe faces one of the worst droughts in recent decades, leaving many communities food insecure. According to Bloomberg […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 67
insert_link Business / Economics AU Member States join MSME forum in Windhoek The 3rd Annual Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Forum is currently underway in Windhoek. The forum has attracted delegates from 55 African Union member states and presents opportunities for SMEs from different African countries to showcase their products. We caught up with some exhibitors. SME Compete director, Danny Meyer. Thursday is the day last day for exhibitions at the AU MSME Forum. H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga, the African Union […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 44
insert_link Entertainment The voice of Mufasa in The Lion King, James Earl Jones has died Legendary actor best known for his unmistakable baritone voice, James Earl Jones has died. He was 93. The cause of death is still unknown. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. todaySeptember 10, 2024 24
insert_link World UN calls for urgent end to Gaza conflict The United Nations Human Rights says ending the war in Gaza and averting a full-blown regional conflict is an absolute and urgent priority. The latest attack in Gaza has resulted in the deaths of at least 40 people after Israel struck a designated humanitarian zone. UN commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, says states cannot accept blatant disregard for international law. Reuters reports that todaySeptember 10, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa South Africa pig farm murders: Limpopo farmer and co-accused in court for bail hearing A Limpopo farmer and his co-accused have appeared in the Mankweng Magistrate’s Court to apply for bail. They allegedly killed two women and fed their bodies to the pigs. Newzroom Afrika reports that Zachariah Olivier, 60, and his two employees, Adriaan De Wet, 19, and William Musoro, 45, are accused of murdering two women and feeding their remains to pigs. They face multiple charges, including two counts of premeditated murder […] todaySeptember 10, 2024 31
insert_link Business / Economics Food and housing drive inflation The annual inflation rate was 4.4% in August, down from 4.7% in August 2023. Monthly inflation increased to 0.3% from 0.2% in the previous month. Key contributors to inflation were food and non-alcoholic beverages and housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels, each contributing 1%. Namibia Statistics Agency spokesperson, Mirjam Shihepo. todaySeptember 10, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Namibia and Kenya renew diplomatic relations Namibia hosted diplomatic consultations in Windhoek on Tuesday, 10 September 2024, led by Dr. Peya Mushelenga, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and Musalia Mudavadi, Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs. Notable attendees included Deputy Executive Director Sabine Böhlke-Möller from the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation and the Head of Bilateral and Cooperation. The strong relationship between Kenya and Namibia dates […] todaySeptember 10, 2024 35
insert_link World German Chancellor calls for peace talks with Russia German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for renewed peace talks to settle the conflict in Ukraine, saying the next round of discussions should include representatives from Russia. Trent Murray reports. Euronews reports that some members of his Social Democratic Party have also called for more emphasis on diplomacy toward Russia. Meanwhile, Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he's thankful for the support he received at the Ukraine Defence […] todaySeptember 9, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia CRAN calls for action to ensure digital safety for youth The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has called for unified efforts to ensure a safer digital environment for the youth. The Manager for Consumer Relations and Advocacy at CRAN, Hilya Mhani, highlighted several risks that children may face online, including exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online predators. She emphasized the importance of being vigilant about these dangers while still allowing young people to benefit from digital technologies. todaySeptember 9, 2024 26