insert_link Namibia Mineworkers Union Leaders Under Scrutiny for N$2 Million Payments to Investment Company Chairperson The Mineworkers Union of Namibia leaders are facing scrutiny over N$2 million payments made to Johannes Ndeutepo, chairperson of a union-owned investment company, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. Ndeutepo's dual role in the union and the investment company has sparked internal upheaval, including the suspension of former leaders. The investigation also encompasses the management of the union's N$750 million business empire, with a focus on transactions involving Ndeutepo […] todayMay 20, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Arts and Culture Minister Hosts 30-Year Celebration of Freedom and Democracy in Cape Town In Cape Town, Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Zizi Kodwa, is hosting a 30-year celebration of freedom and democracy in Khayelitsha. His spokesperson Litha Mpondwana says the event promotes citizen participation, and awareness of progress, and addresses challenges ahead. It reflects on the work done to ensure a better life for South Africans. He says the aim is to foster a national mood of involvement leading up to the […] todayMay 20, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Suspended City of Windhoek Workers Fear Contract Non-Renewal Amidst Controversy Contract workers at the City of Windhoek express concerns over potential contract non-renewal amid allegations of victimization following their involvement in street cleaning protests. Over 100 street cleaners had demanded better conditions and permanent contracts, leading to arrests and suspensions. Although their case was struck off the court roll due to docket unavailability, workers fear repercussions and uncertainty about their future employment. City spokesperson , Harold Akwenye refutes claims of […] todayMay 17, 2024 18
insert_link World China jails Hokkaido University professor for espionage The family of a Chinese national being held on espionage charges says a received a jail sentenced from a court in Jilin province. Yuan Keqin was detained in 2019 when he returned to China while holding a post at Japan’s University of Education in Hokkaido. Chris Gilbert has the report for us. todayMay 17, 2024 29
insert_link South Africa The Democratic Alliance in Gauteng says non-profit organisations in the province are in turmoil The DA in Gauteng says non-profit organisations in the province are in turmoil due to a failed adjudication process that has led to funding challenges. The provincial Department of Social Development has mishandled the adjudication process and has failed to pay eligible NPOs their subsidies. The DA’s, Refiloe Nt'sekhe, this means that many of the organisations will have to close their doors, retrench staff, or scale back operations. todayMay 17, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre Nears Completion The construction of Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre is nearly finished, with 89.5% completion expected to reach 100% by August. Funded by the African Development Bank, the $103 million project will be handed over to Namibia Training Authority upon completion. Training is slated to begin in January 2025, aiming to specialize in various courses and accommodate 140 students. The Deputy Minister urges locals to seize the opportunity for skill development and […] todayMay 17, 2024 80
insert_link World China deploys ships to block a civilian led Philippine protest flotilla A large flotilla formed as part of Philippine civilian-led supply mission had to turn back from reaching a shoal in the South China Sea, while a smaller group delivered food and fuel to Filipino fishermen, despite being shadowed by Chinese vessels. The Scarborough Shoal is a prime fishing patch and China claims sovereignty over the shoal and almost all the South China Sea, including parts claimed by the Philippines. Laura […] todayMay 17, 2024 29
insert_link Namibia Deputy Higher Education Minister Urges Collaboration to Boost Geoscience Education in ||Kharas Region Deputy Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation minister, Natalia |Goagoses emphasized the necessity of collaboration among education stakeholders to enhance access to relevant faculties for learners from the ||Kharas Region. During a visit to the University of NamibiaSouthern Campus, she highlighted the low enrollment of ||Kharas students in geoscience programs essential for industries like green hydrogen and oil and gas. |Goagoses urged institutions to address the disparity by preparing learners from […] todayMay 17, 2024 11
insert_link World U.K food regulator increases scrutiny on Indian spices amid concerns over contaminant Britain is now tightening scrutiny of ALL Indian spice imports after several countries raised alarm over possible contaminants in two major spice brands' products. Singapore and Hong Kong have already halted import of some spices from India, while Australia and the US are investigating these products for higher than permissible use of pesticides. Reporting for us is Ishan Garg from New Delhi. todayMay 17, 2024 19
