insert_link Business / Economics PowerCom Enhances Connectivity in Namibia PowerCom CEO, Beatus Amadhila announced plans to improve connectivity in Namibia by installing 80m guyed lattice towers in several regions. Two towers are already built, with more planned in Ikumwe, Nakabolelwa, Mutikitila, and additional locations. PowerCom aims to construct 29 towers at a cost of N$32.5 million in 2023/24, aiming to achieve 70% of this plan. These efforts will boost network capabilities and digital access across communities. todayJune 11, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa RISE Mzansi Applauds S. Chief Justice’s Announcement on National Assembly Sitting In South Africa, RISE Mzansi has welcomed Chief Justice Raymond Zondo’s announcement that the first sitting of the National Assembly will be held on Friday. During the sitting, Zondo will preside over the election of the president, National Assembly speaker, and deputy speaker. Parliament must be constituted within 14 days of the declaration of the election results. RISE Mzansi’s national spokesperson, Gugu Ndima, says the election of the three individuals […] todayJune 11, 2024 10
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Gabriel Eigowab On The Omitara Youth Organization Gabriel Eigowab, member of the Omitara Youth Organization, discussed the group's goals and upcoming launch in an interview with Future Media. Covering a range of topics, from educational initiatives to combating social issues, Eigowab emphasized the organization's commitment to improving the lives of Omitara's youth. About the Omitara Youth Organization The Omitara Youth Organization is a voluntary group open to all residents of Omitara aged 18 and above. Its primary […] todayJune 11, 2024 52
insert_link South Africa South African Human Rights Commission has urged political parties to prioritise service delivery and human rights South Africa's Human Rights Commission has urged political parties to prioritise service delivery and human rights when negotiating the models of coalitions. The DA and IFP, the second and fifth-largest parties have expressed interest in joining a government of national unity punted by the ANC. The commission, Wisani Baloyi, says parties must draw lessons fromana the negative experiences of local government coalitions during negotiations: todayJune 11, 2024 6
insert_link World U.S President Joseph Biden is reportedly mulling an expansion of his border policy U.S President, Joseph Biden is reportedly mulling an expansion of his border policy to provide protected legal status to some undocumented migrants already in the country. Toni Waterman has more. todayJune 11, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Omitara Youth Organization Launched Gabriel Eigowab, member of the Omitara Youth Organization, discussed the group's goals in an interview with Future Media. Covering a range of topics, from educational initiatives to combating social issues, Eigowab emphasized the organization's commitment to improving the lives of Omitara's youth and had this to say on voter's registration. todayJune 11, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Preparations Begin for Heroes’ Day in Omuthiya The preparatory committee for this year's Heroes’ Day, to be held in Omuthiya, Oshikoto, met for the first time. Chaired by Regional Governor, Penda Ya Ndakolo, the meeting addressed directives from President Nangolo Mbumba. Ndakolo acknowledged past disappointments over venue relocations and expressed gratitude for this new opportunity. He encouraged public participation. Samuel Shivute, Chairperson of the Oshikoto Regional Council, urged the committee to remain committed, emphasizing the importance of […] todayJune 11, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa SA Chief Justice to Oversee Election of President and Speaker S.A's Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, announced that the president and speaker of the National Assembly will be elected on Friday. He will oversee the first sitting of the National Assembly, where members will be sworn in and elect a speaker. According to the Constitution, a president must be elected within 14 days of election results being declared. The swearing-in of National Council of Provinces members will occur the following day. todayJune 11, 2024 11
insert_link World South Korea and U.S begin nuclear contingency plans The US and South Korea have begun plans to respond to a hypothetical nuclear attack by North Korea. Officials from the two countries met for the first meeting of the Nuclear Consultative Group in Seoul on Monday. todayJune 11, 2024 20
