insert_link Namibia Kidnapped Namibian Truck Driver Found; Truck Still Missing The Namibian truck driver, kidnapped about a week ago during a hijacking on the N3 route outside Harrismith while traveling from Durban, has been located. Allegedly blindfolded during the incident, the victim's truck remains unrecovered. Truck drivers facing similar risks are urged to seek aid from the Namibian Embassy in Pretoria. Walvis Bay Corridor Group CEO, Mbahupu Hippy Tjivikua. E todayMay 24, 2024 80
insert_link South Africa South Africa Supports ICC’s Move for Arrest Warrants Against Israeli PM Netanyahu South Africa has welcomed International Criminal Court chief prosecutor, Karim Khan’s application for arrest warrants for Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his Defence minister Yoav Gallant, and three leaders of Hamas. The arrest warrants are for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says the law must be applied equally to all to uphold the international rule of law and ensure accountability for […] todayMay 21, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa South African political party warns on National Health Insurance Bill in its current form The ACDP party in South Africa says, the National Health Insurance Bill, in its current form, will lead to a collapse of the country’s health sector, and negatively impact economic growth. President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to sign the bill into law at the Union Buildings in Pretoria today. ACDP’s, Marie Sukers, says none of the concerns of the health sector has been given due consideration, with public participation merely […] todayMay 15, 2024 26
insert_link South Africa S.A Deputy International Minister calls for funds to repatriate George building collapse victim South Africa's Deputy minister of International Relations, Alvin Botes, is calling on the private sector to assist families who lost their loved ones in the George building collapse with funds to repatriate the deceased. Of the 81 workers who were on site when the collapse happened last week Monday, 32 have died and 20 are still unaccounted for. Botes says some of the deceased workers are fromzi Zimbabwe, Malawi and […] todayMay 14, 2024 53
insert_link South Africa S.A’s RISE Mzansi Expresses Concern Over Rising Crime and Violence in Gauteng S.A's RISE Mzansi has voiced apprehension regarding the escalating levels of crime and violence in Gauteng. In the latest incidents, two educators were tragically shot and killed in Vanderbijlpark and Daveyton last week. Provincial quarterly crime statistics indicate that between October and December last year, 1,787 individuals were murdered in the province. Tebogo Moalusi, spokesperson for RISE Mzansi, warns that Gauteng is gradually transforming into a gangster state due to […] todayApril 10, 2024 11
insert_link Africa World Health Organisation says nearly 20 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are in need of health assistance The World Health Organisation says nearly 20 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are in need of health assistance following climate shocks and an ongoing armed conflict in the east of the country. The head of the global health body, Tedros Ghebreyesus says they are working with the Congolese government to address some of the health needs. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa. todayApril 2, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Economist Discusses Potential Impact of Electricity Supply Concerns on Namibia As winter approaches, concerns arise regarding the supply of electricity from neighboring countries, particularly South Africa. Robert McGregor, an Economist from Cirrus Capital, sheds light on the potential impact this could have on Namibia's electricity supply. todayMarch 28, 2024 44
insert_link Namibia Vice President Tours Green Schemes to Tackle Food Insecurity Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the Vhungu Vhungu and Ndonga Linena Green Schemes in the Kavango East Region to address food insecurity. Delegated by President Nangolo Mbumba, Nandi-Ndaitwah assessed the schemes and inspected preparations for winter crops. Governor Bonifatius Wakudumo of Kavango East provided insights on the region's efforts. todayMarch 22, 2024 57
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Insights into Property Sale Regulations: A Conversation with Director Toni Hancox In a recent interview with Miss Toni Hancox, Director of the Namibia Legal Assistance Centre, important insights into property sale regulations were shared. Here's a glimpse into the conversation: Understanding Primary Residence Status: Miss Hancox emphasized the significance of the property being sold as the primary residence of the homeowner. She clarified that if the property was initially occupied by the owner but later rented out and no longer used […] todayMarch 22, 2024 7