insert_link Namibia Namibia’s sodomy laws have been overturned – what that means for LGBTIQ+ rights in the country Bennian/Getty Images, CC BY By John Nakuta, University of Namibia The Namibian high court recently invalidated the country’s colonial-era “sodomy law”, which had made consensual sexual acts between men a criminal offence. The court declared that the common law offences of “sodomy” and “unnatural sexual offences” were unconstitutional. This ruling follows a separate decision in 2023 where Namibia’s supreme court ruled to recognise certain same-sex unions […] todayJuly 8, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia Basic Income Grant Gets Public Verbal Approval From Mbumba President, Nangolo Mbumba has said that the idea that the basic income grant should be given to every Namibian, including those who are employed, will only increase government expenditure; therefore, it should only be given to the needy. Mbumba was speaking during a courtesy visit by the Council of Churches in Namibia committee members on Friday, who called upon the government to seriously consider the income basic grant proposal for […] todayJuly 8, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia FEATURE: BUSINESS SUMMIT NAMIBIA-SELIMA HENOCK’S EXPERIENCE Our team spoke to one Exhibitor at this year's Business Summit Namibia this past weekend. Sleima Henock of Tikomo Gadgets had this to say on her experience. todayJuly 8, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia Churches Seek Comprehensive Review for Regulation Framework Reverend Heinz Mouton, chairperson of the Council of Churches in Namibia, announced the council's proposal for a thorough review involving stakeholders to regulate the numbers of registered churches in Namibia. Speaking during a courtesy visit with President Nangolo Mbumba, Mouton highlighted efforts, including a Private Members Bill, aimed at government oversight of churches in Namibia. todayJuly 8, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Kavango West Governor Urges Mbunza Community to Uphold Peace Amid Chieftainship Dispute Governor, Sirkka Ausiku of Kavango West called for peace within the Mbunza community during the 23rd anniversary celebration of Hompa Alfons Kaundu's chieftainship at Kapako palace. She emphasized the importance of avoiding disputes among members of the Mbunza Royal family, urging community unity and reconciliation following a recent court judgment regarding the chieftainship. Ausiku commended efforts to preserve Mbunza history and encouraged widespread education to prevent further conflicts. todayJuly 8, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Pressure mounts for government action on youth poverty Youth in the country are increasingly feeling the direct effects of living in poverty. Quincy Garises spoke with Future Media News: Helen Ankoma, a youth also weighed in. The Namibian government is yet to declare the close to 60% unemployment in the country as a crisis. todayJuly 8, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics Theo Baloyi: From Humble Beginnings to CEO of Bathu Shoes, Inspiring Africa Theo Baloyi, the dynamic CEO of Bathu Shoes, recently visited Namibia, sharing his inspiring journey and vision for his company and the African continent. Baloyi's story is one of perseverance, vision, and a deep commitment to creating opportunities and igniting hope. A Journey of Opportunity and Vision "I am the first employee of Bathu," Baloyi began, highlighting his recent promotion to Group CEO. Born in the impoverished Alexander Township in […] todayJuly 8, 2024 55
insert_link Interview Transcripts FEATURE: Weather Warning Issued for Namibia by Meteorological Official Odilo Kgobetsi Windhoek, July 8, 2024 – The Namibian Meteorological Service has issued a severe weather warning for the southern and central regions of the country. Speaking early this morning, meteorological official Odilo Kgobetsi highlighted the impending adverse weather conditions expected to affect various parts of Namibia over the next few days. Frontal Systems Impacting the Region Two frontal systems are moving in from the Western Cape, with the first already affecting […] todayJuly 8, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics 8 July 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia’s Agricultural Land Prices Surge 21.1%; TotalEnergies Commits to South African Gas Amid Euro Weakness and Stable Oil Prices Namibia’s Agricultural Land Prices Surge by 21.1% in Eight Years Namibia's commercial agricultural land market has experienced a significant uptick, with prices soaring by 21.1% over the past eight years. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency, this surge has propelled the national index to 121.1 basis points in 2023, marking a sustained upward trajectory in land values across the country. TotalEnergies Commits to South African Gas Investments Despite Initial Exit […] todayJuly 8, 2024 40