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

FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA

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Africa

Tragic Boat Explosion in Bayelsa, Nigeria, Claims 20 Lives

At least 20 people died in Bayelsa, Nigeria, when a wooden boat carrying traders caught fire and exploded on a river says Reuters. The boat was transporting goods to coastal communities, a routine trip in the region. Boat accidents are common in Nigeria, with over 200 deaths reported last year, often due to overcrowding and poor maintenance.

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Protests Erupt in Kenya as Civil Society and Youth Groups Demand President Ruto’s Resignation

Protests in Kenya are ongoing as civil society groups organizations and a coalition of youth groups take to the streets to force President William Ruto to resign. Organizers say it is a response to the high cost of living, severe unemployment, and corruption. Kenyan President William Ruto has urged youth in the country not to proceed with protests urging them to seek peace. Daniel Kijo has more.  

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South Africa

ANC’s national executive committee has called for the eradication of complacency

The ANC's national executive committee has called for the eradication of complacency, corruption, and incompetence within its ranks. The party urges for a dynamic, accountable structure to ensure leadership meets ANC manifesto commitments. Briefing the media on the recently concluded lekgotla, ANC secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula called for internal reform to address governance weaknesses and enhance the party's effectiveness in advancing its transformative agenda:  

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WHO warns M-Pox outbreak in Africa could pose a public health emergency

The World Health Organization says it has raised its response to the mpox outbreak in over a dozen African countries. Parts of Africa are witnessing an "unprecedented" spike in mpox cases with 15 countries reporting outbreaks. The WHO is trying to determine whether the outbreak in Africa constitutes a Public Health Emergency of international concern. Corresponding for us is Jody Jacobs.  

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Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia Forecasts Economic Growth of 3.1% for this year

The Bank of Namibia’s August 2024 Economic Outlook predicts a 3.1% growth for Namibia’s economy ifor this year, with a slight increase to 3.9% in 2025. Global growth is expected to be 3.2%, rising marginally to 3.3% in next year. While the 2024 forecast remains unchanged, the 2025 projection has been adjusted upward by 0.1 percentage points due to revised growth estimates for China. Josefina Oskar, the Bank’s Communications Practitioner, […]

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Business / Economics

9 August 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia Urged on Borrowing Strategies, South Africa Implements VAT on Imports, Dollar Gains on Jobless Data, Yuan Strengthens Amid Market Volatility

In recent financial developments, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has advised Namibia to implement conservative borrowing strategies and harness the potential of the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX) and the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) to bolster developmental capital. This recommendation aims to tackle the country's increasing public debt and enhance financial stability, according to The Brief. In South Africa, a new policy is set to impact the clothing industry significantly. […]

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US Political Rallies Canceled Amid Tropical Storm Debby

Democratic and Republican political rallies are being canceled due to severe weather from Tropical Storm Debby, which is barreling across the east coast of the United States. It follows large turnouts for Kamala Harris in recent days in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Reporting for us is Mitch McCann reports:    

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South Africa

ActionSA Questions National Prosecuting Authority’s Effectiveness After Estina Case Dropped

South Africa's ActionSA in the Free State says it remains concerned about the evident lack of successful state capture prosecutions and convictions. ActionSA’s, Patricia Kopane says this raises questions about whether the National Prosecuting Authority, under its current leadership, is capable of delivering the justice demanded by South Africans. The party expressed outrage following the High Court in Bloemfontein's decision to strike the 280-million-rand Estina Dairy case off the roll: […]

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