insert_link South Africa DA Proposes Public Naming of Extortion Offenders in South Africa In South Africa, the DA calls for the public naming and shaming of high-profile extortion offenders to improve accountability and transparency. The party unveiled its five-point anti-extortion plan to protect businesses, reduce crime and restore safety in communities. The DA’s Dianne Kohler Barnard says publicising offenders’ identities would serve as a deterrent and signal a firm stance against corruption: todayNovember 22, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Gauteng Youth Forum Calls for Transparency in Spaza Shop Permit Process ActionSA Gauteng Youth Forum demands transparency and accountability from municipalities in issuing permits to spaza shop owners and vendors. President Cyril Ramaphosa has instructed spaza shops and vendors to register their businesses within 21 days, a move aimed at addressing the deadly foodborne illness outbreak in the country. ActionSA’s, Mologadi Modiba, says all applications made within the 21-day timeframe and beyond must be made public for scrutiny: todayNovember 21, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa Parliament’s Scopa to Call Defence Minister Over Audit Concerns Parliament’s standing committee on Public Accounts has resolved to call minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, to respond to issues emanating from the department’s 2023/2024 financial year audit outcomes. The Auditor-General briefed Scopa on the department's audit outcomes and Denel's. Scopa chairperson, Songezo Zibi, says of concern is a string of material irregularities in which senior officials failed to hold those responsible accountable either for maladministration, misconduct, or […] todayNovember 20, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa In S.A, President Ramaphosa Authorizes Probe into Insurance Claims Over 2021 Civil Unrest In South AFrica, President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the Special Investigating Unit to probe the South African Special Risks Insurance Association over claims and payouts relating to 2021’s civil unrest in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. At the time the claims amounted to just over 28.5-billion-rand. The SIU’s spokesperson, Kaizer Kganyago, says the investigation will seek to establish whether the claims made were in line with applicable legislation or practices of the […] todayNovember 12, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics Expert Discusses Financial Challenges Facing Local Authorities Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama addresses the financial struggles of local authorities. He points out concerns about poor financial management, inadequate service delivery, and emphasizes the urgent need for improved governance and accountability. Meanwhile, residents of Katutura are intensifying their challenge against the City of Windhoek's decision to block electricity meters of unpaid clients, arguing that it is unlawful. Spokesman Shaun Gariseb comments: todayNovember 11, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa ANC has reinforced its commitment to an inclusive democracy In S.A, the ANC has reinforced its commitment to an inclusive democracy in its submission to the electoral systems panel, supporting the current proportional representation system. The party says this model has ensured fair representation of diverse groups, including women, youth, people with disabilities and LGBTQI-plus communities. Addressing the media, ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula, the party pledges to prioritise accountability and transparency in any changes, aiming to uphold […] todayNovember 8, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa DA says it uncovered Eskom’s abandoned 840-million-rand Wilge residential project in Mpumalanga DA says it uncovered Eskom's abandoned 840-million-rand Wilge residential project in Mpumalanga, revealing extensive waste of taxpayer money. DA spokesperson Kevin Mileham condemned Eskom for seeking a 40-percent tariff hike while neglecting this crumbling development. He says with additional losses totaling 24-billion-rand last year, the DA demands accountability and transparency from Eskom regarding its financial mismanagement and wasteful spending: todayNovember 5, 2024 19
insert_link Opinion Pieces Curating data for political purposes: NSA credibility destroyed. Rowland Brown Opinion On the 30th of October, the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) released the 2023 Census report, around a year after the data collection for the same was completed. However, despite collecting labour force data and employment/unemployment data, in a turn of events more worthy of North Korea than Namibia, this was excluded from the report, a notable change to previous Census reports. This means that the latest official […] todayNovember 1, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Competition commission achieves only 56% of performance target The Auditor-General has provided an unqualified audit opinion on the Namibian Competition Commission's financial statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, confirming that the Commission's financial records accurately represent its status in line with International Financial Reporting Standards. Conducted in accordance with international auditing standards, the audit revealed no major issues with the Commission’s financial practices. The Auditor-General stated that he found ample audit evidence to support his […] todayOctober 31, 2024 24