insert_link NamibiaPolice arrest 24-year-old, seize 18.5 kg marijuana in Khomasdal bust A 24-year-old Namibian man was arrested early on 30 July at a residence on Miems Street, Khomasdal, after police intelligence revealed 18 parcels of compressed cannabis weighing over 18.5 kilograms. The drugs, with a street value estimated at N$929,000, were confiscated during the intelligence-led operation. The suspect now faces charges under the Abuse of Dependence-Producing Substances Act as investigations continue, police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi confirmed. The arrest […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link South AfricaClimate change intensified deadly 2022 Durban floods, Wits study finds Reservoir Hills Photo by Delwyn Verasamy Daily Maverick A new scientific study led by the University of the Witwatersrand confirms that climate change significantly worsened the April 2022 Durban floods, which claimed 544 lives and displaced tens of thousands. The research, published in Communications Earth & Environment, models rainfall between 11–12 April as being 40% to 107% heavier than it would have been in a cooler, pre-industrial climate. Using kilometer-scale […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamPost to handle nationwide cash distribution of social grants from October The Ministry of Finance has declared that NamPost will become the official provider of cash social grant payments from 1 October 2025. This transition aims to improve access and streamline payment systems nationwide, especially in rural and underserved areas. Ministry spokesperson Wilson Shikoto explained this move aligns with government efforts to modernise payments and enhance financial inclusion through NamPost’s robust network across the country. Under the new model, beneficiaries residing […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link AfricaHunger must never be a weapon of war, UN warns at Africa Summit UN Secretary‑General António Guterres has cautioned that hunger should never be used as a tool of war, speaking via video message at the UN Food Systems Summit in Ethiopia. He emphasized that conflict zones such as Gaza and Sudan are exacerbating food insecurity across the continent. Guterres, according to the Associated Press, noted that around 280 million Africans are malnourished, with nearly 3.4 million at risk of famine, despite global […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link AfricaAngola fuel price protests erupt in violence Photo: Reuters Angola Protests in Angola’s capital over a 33% diesel price hike on 1 July escalated into violence on 28 July. The government’s subsidy cuts, aimed at reducing fiscal burdens, sparked unrest—including looting, street blockades, and clashes with police. Reuters reports that at least four people were killed, including a police officer, and more than 500 arrested as police used tear gas, smoke grenades, and gunfire into the air […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link WorldUN chief warns of ‘breaking point’ in Israel-Palestine conflict UN Secretary-General António Guterres speaking at the United Nations peace conference in New York. Photo: Department of International Relations and Cooperation, South Africa South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, has reaffirmed his country's support for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine at the United Nations peace conference in New York. He praised France and Saudi Arabia for co-hosting the event and called on fellow UN […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link LifestyleMore than half of workers report financial stress, Old Mutual Namibia monitor shows A new survey from Old Mutual Namibia has revealed that 52% of the country’s working population feels under financial stress, with nearly one-third reporting adverse effects on their mental and physical health. Based on responses from over 650 employed adults, the financial strain stems from rising living costs, stagnant wages, and mounting responsibilities, including caring for both children and adult dependents. Many workers rely on informal side hustles or […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamibia outperforms peers in global digital connectivity ranking Namibia achieved a 73.2% score in the International Telecommunication Union's 2025 ICT Development Index (IDI), surpassing regional counterparts and even beating out larger economies such as Kenya and Nigeria. The score reflects improvements in access, infrastructure, and affordability across the country. Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), Mufaro Nesongano, attributed the achievement to comprehensive digital policy reforms and the government's rural-focused 4G […] today28 July, 2025
insert_link AfricaLiberation movements rally for renewal and unity at Johannesburg Summit President Netumbo Nandi‑Ndaitwah Speaking at the 2025 Southern African Liberation Movements Summit in Kempton Park, Swapo President Netumbo Nandi‑Ndaitwah issued a rallying call for past liberation movements to remain united and vigilant in safeguarding their historic gains and national independence. She urged continuous activism and international coalition-building to preserve the legacy of Southern Africa’s liberation struggle. From Mozambique, former President Joaquim Chissano expressed concern that many liberation parties have drifted […] today28 July, 2025
