insert_link NamibiaNamibia flags economic risks following Tehran attack As governments worldwide react to the crisis in the Middle East, the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation emphasized that the conflict’s effects will be felt globally. Executive Director Penda Naanda said, “Markets are interconnected, and what happens in one part of the world affects us all — including our commodities and our pockets.” As tensions rise, the world watches closely, aware that the situation could spiral with serious […] today13 June, 2025
insert_link WorldDeadly Crash: Air India Dreamliner plunges near Ahmedabad, only one survivor An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner operating Flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London’s Gatwick Airport crashed into a residential area shortly after takeoff today, claiming the lives of 241 people onboard and on the ground, according to Indian officials. The aircraft, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members—including 11 children and 2 infants—hit a medical college hostel in Meghani Nagar, triggering a massive fireball and thick smoke visible across the […] today12 June, 2025
insert_link Science & TechnologySA’s Ramaphosa opens Africa’s first green hydrogen summit in Cape Town South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the keynote address at the inaugural Africa Green Hydrogen Summit held at the Century City Conference Centre on Thursday, urging African countries to shape a continent-led green hydrogen agenda and secure their place in the global energy transition. Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of leveraging Africa’s abundant renewable resources, such as solar and wind, to produce green hydrogen, create jobs, and drive industrial growth. He […] today12 June, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsInflation slows to 3.5% in May 2025, NSA Annual inflation rate slowed to 3.5% in May 2025, down from 4.9% recorded during the same month last year. The latest data released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) points to a cooling of price pressures across several consumer categories, offering some relief to households and businesses alike. However, regional disparities remain a concern. According to the NSA, Zone 3 — which includes the //Kharas, Erongo, Hardap, and Omaheke regions […] today12 June, 2025
insert_link NamibiaSecurity companies under fire for ignoring wage regulations The Namibia Security Labour Forum (NSLF) has accused some security companies with government contracts of illegally ignoring wage regulations, leading to worker exploitation and skewed competition. At a press briefing in the capital on Thursday, NSLF warned that non-compliant firms could face legal consequences unless they fully implement the Security Enterprises and Security Officers Act of 1998 . The Forum called on all public institutions, including the Central Procurement Board, to […] today12 June, 2025
insert_link Science & TechnologyFrench government moves to ban social media for kids The French government is gearing up to ban social media for under-15s, citing concerns over youth overexposure to screens and links to violent behavior, following the fatal stabbing of a teaching assistant by a 14-year-old student in eastern France on 10 June . The Education Minister said that there is a need to “protect our young people from overexposure to screens” as authorities implement stricter digital containment measures. President Emmanuel […] today12 June, 2025
insert_link EnvironmentDeath toll rises in Eastern Cape floods Torrential rains, heavy snowfall, and fierce cold winds swept through South Africa’s Eastern Cape this week, resulting in at least 78 deaths, including four children whose school bus was swept away near Mthatha, officials confirmed. Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane described the situation as “tragic,” noting that the death toll is expected to rise as rescue teams continue their efforts. Authorities recovered six bodies from the minibus—four students, the driver, […] today12 June, 2025
UncategorizedSudan’s RSF takes control of strategic border zone Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Wednesday that they have seized a strategic “triangle” zone on the Sudanese borders with Egypt and Libya. This move follows the withdrawal of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), which said the pullback was part of a “defensive arrangement to repel aggression.” SAF officials further accused eastern Libyan leader Khalifa Haftar’s forces of participating in a cross-border attack alongside the RSF, the […] today12 June, 2025
insert_link WorldHumanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens as UN pleads for urgent aid An UNRWA aid worker distributes flour bags to Palestinians during a temporary truce between Hamas and Israel, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, November 29, 2023 [Ibraheem Abu Mustafa/Reuters] The humanitarian situation in Gaza is worsening because of restricted access to essential supplies, according to the United Nations. UN Aid Coordination Officer Olga Cherevko reported on Wednesday that incoming aid volumes are severely limited and are failing to […] today12 June, 2025
