World leaders pay tribute to Dr. Hage Geingob’s legacy

World leaders pay tribute to Dr. Hage Geingob’s legacy

World leaders, including US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, have offered tributes to former President, Dr. Hage Geingob, following his passing. Biden commended Geingob as a fearless leader and advocate, while Putin emphasised his contribution to Namibia-Russia relations. Here’s Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya. Separately, Nigeria's former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has extended his condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the […]

February 5, 2024 32

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US approves sale of 31 armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion

The US has approved a four billion USD deal to potentially sell India 31 armed drones, six years after the two sides first started discussing the pact. The approval by the US State Department comes as the White House continues to try and wean New Delhi away from Russian arms. Priyata Brajabasi reports.

February 2, 2024 18

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Biden heads to Trump turf for fundraising

US President Joe Biden is fundraising in Florida on Tuesday - the home turf of his main rival in his re-election bid, Donald Trump. Biden will be holding events in Miami and Palm Beach - where the Former republican president has made his home since leaving the White House. Kate fisher reports from Washington.

January 31, 2024 4

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Biden says he has decided response to US attack

US President Joe Biden says he has decided how to respond to the killing of three US service personnel in Saturday's drone strike. There are fears a US attack could widen the conflict in the Middle East - something Biden says he is not aiming for. Nick Harper reports from Washington.

January 31, 2024 39

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Biden meeting congressional leaders to try and agree on Ukraine, Israel and border

U.S. President Joe Biden is meeting with members of Congress at the White House on Wednesday to try and come to a resolution on major security spending that includes aid for Ukraine and Israel. Republican representatives want more border security before agreeing to his requests. Caroline Malone reports.

January 18, 2024 3

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Biden raises $97 million in last quarter 2023

US president Joe Biden closed out the final quarter of 2023 having raised 97 million dollars for his reelection campaign. The strong performance comes as his Republican rivals spend heavily on ads attacking each other. Kate Fisher reports from Washington.

January 16, 2024 2

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US drugmakers hit with penalties for high prices

Dozens of pharmaceutical companies in the US are being hit with penalties for charging prices deemed too high by the Biden administration. The White House says these 'inflation rebates' will reduce medication costs for the most vulnerable in society. Our correspondent Benji Hyer reports.

December 15, 2023 5

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Joe Biden’s son attacks Congressional inquiry into his family

President Joe Biden's son, Hunter, has defied a subpoena from US lawmakers ordering him to appear behind closed doors as part of a Congressional investigation into alleged corruption. Republicans in the House of Representatives have opened an impeachment inquiry in the President, accusing him of improperly benefitting from Hunter's foreign business dealings. The White House denies wrongdoing. Benji Hyer reports.

December 14, 2023 8

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Biden and Xi agree on curbing fentanyl

U.S President Joe Biden says counternarcotics cooperation between the U.S and China was a top deliverable out of the talks with President Xi Jinping. Speaking on Tuesday, Biden says this is an important step to curb the flow of fentanyl into the country. Biden and Xi met during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit last week. Jody Jacobs reports.

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