insert_link Africa UN condemns killing of 52 civilians by rebels in Eastern Congo FILE PHOTO: United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) peacekeepers patrol areas affected by the recent attacks by M23 rebels fighters near Rangira in North Kivu in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, March 29, 2022. REUTERS/Djaffar Sabiti/File Photo The United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo has strongly condemned the killing of 52 civilians by rebels from the […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link South Africa SA Competition Commission appeals rand manipulation case in Constitutional Court Constitutional Court chamber SA (Photo: ICJ) South Africa’s Competition Commission has escalated its rand manipulation case to the Constitutional Court, appealing a ruling that dismissed charges against several banks. The hearing, which runs until Friday, aims to revive allegations that 13 banks colluded to rig the rand–dollar exchange rate between 2007 and 2013. The Commission maintains that the alleged misconduct undermined South Africa’s financial system and distorted the currency market […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia IPC slams Urban and Rural Development Minister over Katima Mulilo Council removal Independent Patriots for Change party flag (Photo: IPC website) The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has strongly criticized Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa’s decision to dissolve the Katima Mulilo Town Council. The party argues that the move, carried out under Section 92 of the Local Authorities Act, undermines constitutional principles, weakens democratic governance, and risks creating a dangerous precedent for political interference in local authorities. IPC spokesperson Immanuel […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Final day for voter registration ahead of November Local and Regional Elections Today marks the final day of voter registration for Namibia’s upcoming Regional Councils and Local Authority Elections scheduled for November. According to the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), just over 19,000 new voters have registered since the process began on 4 August. While officials have welcomed the turnout, they acknowledged that voter apathy has often dampened participation in past local elections. ECN Chief Electoral and Referenda Officer, Peter Shaama, urged […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics U.S. grand jury investigates MTN over past operations in Iran and Afghanistan Photo: Reuters A grand jury convened by the US Department of Justice is investigating MTN over its historical operations in Iran and Afghanistan. The probe follows civil lawsuits in the United States alleging that the mobile operator paid protection money to the Taliban and al-Qaeda—claims that MTN has firmly denied. MTN CEO Ralph Mupita said that the group has not been formally accused of any wrongdoing. “We are cooperating fully […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link World Hamas accepts temporary ceasefire proposal Gaza City (Photo: Human Rights Watch) Hamas has agreed to a new proposal for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, drafted by international mediators aiming to reduce violence and civilian casualties in the conflict-stricken region. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stressed that Israel will only consider a comprehensive agreement, signaling that any short-term ceasefire may not lead to a lasting resolution. Analysts warn that tensions remain high as both […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia MVA Fund holds public consultations on Proposed Act changes MVA Fund consultations (Photos: MVA Fund) The Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund is engaging communities and stakeholders across Namibia on proposed amendments to the MVA Fund Act. A public consultation meeting took place in the Oshana region on Tuesday to gather input from residents, local leaders, and industry stakeholders. Helena Shilongo, Senior Manager for Claims at the MVA Fund, emphasized the importance of public participation in shaping policies that directly […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics SA’s Numsa engages authorities to find buyers for shuttered Goodyear plant Goodyear Plant, Kariega, South Africa (Photo: fullview.co.za) The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) is in talks with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition to identify strategic partners to take over the Goodyear South Africa plant in the Eastern Cape. The tyre manufacturing facility in Kariega closed its doors last Friday, resulting in more than 900 job losses and raising concerns about the economic impact on the […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Africa SADC calls for swift establishment of regional development fund 45th Ordinary Summit of the SADC Heads of State and Government, Antananarivo, Madagascar (Photo: Namibian Presidency X) The 16-member Southern African Development Community (SADC) has renewed its call for the rapid establishment of the SADC Regional Development Fund. The fund is intended to support regional integration, infrastructure development, and socio-economic growth across member states. SADC officials say that a functional development fund will strengthen economic cooperation, promote sustainable development, and […] today19 August, 2025