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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Climate Change

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Namibia

Namibia Takes a Stand at the International Court of Justice on Climate Change

Namibia is making strides on the global stage, as it participates in the International Court of Justice’s proceedings on climate change. The Justice Ministry's Public Relations official Edmund //Khoaseb says, the country’s oral statement on its legal obligations regarding greenhouse gas emissions will be presented, highlight Namibia's commitment to climate justice and the protection of its environment.  

todayDecember 11, 2024 17

Local

Obligations of States in Respect of Climate Change (Request for Advisory Opinion)

  The Cabinet of Namibia, through Decision No. 14th/29.06.08.23/005, approved Namibia's participation in the Advisory Opinion on the obligations of States in respect of climate change before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). This participation follows the adoption of United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/77/276, which sought an Advisory Opinion from the ICJ on the obligations of states under international law regarding climate change. Under Article 95 of the Namibian […]

todayDecember 11, 2024 5

Africa

Zambia calls for regional action to address energy shortage

Speaking at the 30th session of the Intergovernmental Committee of Senior Officials and Experts for Southern Africa, held in Livingston, Zambia this week, the country’s Energy Secretary, Peter Mumba, called for urgent action to resolve the energy deficit facing the region. With nearly half of Southern Africa’s population lacking access to electricity, Mumba stressed the importance of regional collaboration to tackle the energy crisis and climate change, while addressing the […]

todayNovember 21, 2024 17

Local

2024 Regional World Children’s Day Commemorations – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

  World Children’s Day activities are held in over 130 countries to provide a platform for children to speak out about their concerns and advocate for children being left behind. Windhoek, 11 November 2024: Following the regional tradition of World Children’s Day celebration which started in Kazangula, Botswana in 2021, this year, over 200 children and Heads of State from seven SADC countries will gather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, from […]

todayNovember 12, 2024 22

South Africa

EFF Gauteng Applauds #SaveEveryDrop Campaign for Water Conservation in Ekurhuleni

the EFF in Gauteng has commended the Ekurhuleni Department of Water and Sanitation on the launch of the #SaveEveryDrop Campaign. The campaign seeks to promote water conservation and ensure a sustainable future for residents. The EFF’s spokesperson, Baleni Dumisani, says this initiative is particularly essential in light of current water challenges caused by amongst other things population growth, ageing infrastructure, technical water losses, overconsumption, drought and climate change:  

todayNovember 7, 2024 18

Local

Bank Windhoek’s Agri Series Focuses on Drought Impact on Namibia

  Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer for Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, emphasized that the agriculture sector has always been a cornerstone of Namibia’s economy and society, contributing around 6% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and creating significant employment opportunities. She made this statement on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, while announcing that the fifth Agricultural Series will take place on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, in Windhoek, live on […]

todayNovember 6, 2024 12

World

1.5 million people evacuated in India as cyclone Dana makes landfall

  One and a half million people have been evacuated from India's Eastern coast as cyclone Dana made landfall on Friday. The storm is causing heavy rains and has disrupted air and road traffic. Though cyclones are not uncommon in waters surrounding India, experts say climate change is making them more severe, as Ishan Garg tells us from New Delhi.  

todayOctober 25, 2024 18

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