Convicted Murderer and Former Magistrate Sue for Conjugal Visits and Better Conditions

Convicted Murderer and Former Magistrate Sue for Conjugal Visits and Better Conditions

Kevan Townsend, an American convicted of murder, and former magistrate Jaco Kennedy, awaiting trial, appeared in the Windhoek High Court seeking conjugal and private family visits. They are suing various officials, including the Minister of Home Affairs and the Commissioner General of the Namibian Correctional Service, alleging rights violations. The two claim their 2021 request for privileges like conjugal visits and amenities was ignored, and they suffer from inhumane treatment, […]

July 23, 2024 20

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India to unveil its first budget since Modi returned to power

India is unveiling its first budget under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term. Mr Modi has promised to focus on increasing savings for the middle class and more government spending and tax cuts are also on the table. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

July 23, 2024 18

Namibia

Unemployment Rate Projected to Reach And Exceed 63% in 2024

The unemployment rate is projected to hit 57.79% in 2024, according to recent data from the national statistics agency. The impact varies widely, especially affecting individuals aged 18 to 34 who struggle to secure employment. Cathy Kambanda, Director of Nation Mental Health Care Namibia, highlights the diverse effects this high unemployment rate has on mental well-being and financial stability. Psychological Councillor Marcella Katjijova also added het two cents.

July 22, 2024 98

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More details emerge about lead-up to Trump assassination attempt

The US Secret Service was reportedly told about a 'suspicious man' using a rangefinder 20 minutes before a gunman opened fire at Donald Trump on Saturday. New details continue to emerge about the attempted assassination at a rally in the US state of Pennsylvania - which left one attendee dead and two others injured. Reporting for us is Sally Patterson.

July 19, 2024 17

Oshiwambo

Kagame okuli komeho momahogololo ngoka ga ningwa ohela

Omupresitend Paul Kagame okwa sindana noo % 99 dhomahogololo okuza momawi ngoka ga yalulwapo, sha landula omahogololo gopashigwana ohela. Aakondjithe ye,Frank Habineza go Democratic Green party of Rwanda,nomuulikwa iithikamenapo Philippe Mpayimana oya mona ashike omawi geli kohi yo % 1,momawi goo % 79 ngoka ga yalulwapo. Iizemo yahunina oya tegelelwa yi tseyithwe okuthika ko 27 July,nonando tayi vulu oku tseyithwa kuyele. Omunamimvo 66 Kagame okwa kala koshipundi okuza mo 1994. […]

July 16, 2024 22

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NATO allies call China a ‘decisive enabler’ of Russia’s war in Ukraine

For the first time, NATO has accused China of supplying Russia's attacks on Ukraine and expressed concerns over Beijing's nuclear arsenal and its capabilities in space. The alliance has never officially mentioned China as a concern until 2019, but the latest statement marks clear that China is becoming a focus of the military alliance. Laura Westbrook has more.

July 11, 2024 9

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Western Cape government on high alert as the South African Weather Service has upgraded the weather warning for today

The Western Cape government says disaster teams are on high alert as the South African Weather Service has upgraded the weather warning for today to level eight for disruptive rainfall. Severe weather conditions in the province this week have left four-thousand-500 people displaced and more than 15-thousand structures damaged. City of Cape Town’s mayoral committee member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says weather conditions will likely result in widespread […]

July 11, 2024 19

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Mali and Russia’s Rosatom Sign Nuclear Cooperation Deals

Reuters reports on Mali's ruling military junta and Russia's state nuclear company Rosatom who signed three cooperation deals, including discussions on a Russian-designed low-power nuclear power plant. Rosatom has been actively engaging with African nations, strengthening ties and seeking business opportunities. This includes bolstering relationships with West African juntas that have distanced themselves from traditional Western allies since seizing power in coups since 2020.

July 11, 2024 41

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Biden’s future discussed at private Democrat meetings

US Democrat lawmakers are meeting on Capitol Hill to discuss the viability of President Joe Biden standing for reelection amid growing calls for him to step down. Biden says he's "not going anywhere" despite concerns from his own party about his age and mental agility. Nick Harper reports from Washington.

July 10, 2024 7