insert_link South Africa South Africa’s NUM Emphasizes Patriotism as Key to Government Success South Africa's National Union of Mineworkers believes that the success of any form of government must be premised on patriotism. This follows the announcement on Sunday of a new cabinet under the government of national unity by president Cyril Ramaphosa. NUM’s spokesperson, Luphert Chilwane, says they are looking forward to a government that provides certainty and stability by creating jobs and food security: todayJuly 3, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Accountant Remanded in Custody Over N$100 Million Fraud Allegations Michael Bronkhorst, accused of orchestrating a fraudulent loan scheme exceeding N$100 million, faced the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court on two fraud charges. Reports indicate that following his arrest last week, the court postponed his case to July 15 for further police investigations. Public prosecutor Eric Naikaku opposed bail, citing early-stage investigations and concerns over flight risk, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges. todayJuly 3, 2024 40
insert_link Uncategorized Police probe stampede after 116 killed in Indian religious event Police teams are investigating the role of organisers after 116 people were killed in a stampede at a religious event in northern India. Officials say organisers had permission to host 80,000 people but there were likely more than 200,000 at the event. Neha Poonia has more. todayJuly 3, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Pressures NEFF for Financial Statements, Party Faces Deregistration According to reports,the Electoral Commission has been actively seeking financial statements from the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters since 2021. Despite multiple engagements, NEFF failed to submit required documents, leading to its deregistration by the ECN. NEFF's deputy leader intends to contest this decision. The ECN extended deadlines and provided clarifications on electoral regulations during meetings with NEFF, but compliance remains inconsistent among political parties todayJuly 3, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa US president congratulates president Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election and the successful formation of the government US president, Joseph Biden has congratulated president Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election and the successful formation of the government of national unity. The two leaders had a telephone conversation on Tuesday evening. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says Biden has pledged that America will work closely with the seventh administration government on key areas such as economic growth, job creation, social development and climate change: todayJuly 3, 2024 28
insert_link South Africa National Energy Regulator of South Africa to Appeal High Court Order on Electricity Tariffs The National Energy Regulator of South Africa will appeal a High Court order regarding the processing of licensed electricity distributors' tariff applications for the 2024/25 financial year. Spokesperson, Charles Hlebela says NERSA's decisions remain in effect, pending the appeal outcome, allowing distributors to implement the approved tariffs from 1 July. todayJuly 3, 2024 19
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Rally Against Electricity Price Hikes, Prepare for Demonstration and Legal Action In a proactive response to proposed electricity price hikes by the Electricity Control Board (ECB), residents of Katutura have launched a concerted effort to voice their discontent and seek redress. Spearheaded by Shaun Gariseb, a prominent member of the Katutura Residents Committee, the community has initiated an online petition that has rapidly gained momentum, nearing 10,000 signatures. Gariseb, speaking passionately about the community's concerns, emphasized the urgency of their actions. […] todayJuly 3, 2024 9
insert_link World Beijing and Manila agree to keep talking to ease South China Sea tensions China and the Philippines have agreed to de-escalate tensions in the disputed South China Sea, at a bilateral consultative mechanism meeting in Manila. It follows some of the worst clashes in recent history that raised the risks of a wider conflict. Laura Westbrook has more. todayJuly 3, 2024 12
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Linda Baumann Advocates for Inclusivity in ECN Decision on Sex and Gender Documentation Human rights advocate Linda Baumann has voiced concerns regarding the Electoral Commission of Namibia's (ECN) stance on sex and gender documentation in electoral processes. Baumann emphasized the importance of aligning state documents with individuals' self-identified sex and gender identities. She highlighted the need for Namibia to engage in conversations to redefine and clarify these concepts. Baumann underscored the distinction between sex, referring to physiological characteristics, and gender, a social […] todayJuly 3, 2024 17
