insert_link South Africa S.A. Tourism Soars: 15.4% Rise in International Arrivals Boosts Economy S.A Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, has welcomed the increase in international travellers, saying it is a significant contributor to the economy and job creation. According to the latest international arrival figures for January to March this year, the country totalled 2.4 million, representing a 15.4-percent increase when compared with the same period in 2023. The department’s spokesperson, Zara Nicholson, says South Africa welcomed 1.8 million tourist arrivals from […] todayMay 8, 2024 7
insert_link World Stormy Daniels testifies in Trump hush money trial The adult film star at the center of Donald Trump's hush money trial has begun testifying in a New York court. Stormy Daniels has been recounting her affair with the former president, something Trump himself denies. He's accused of falsifying business records to cover up the relationship ahead of the 2016 presidential election. Sally Patterson is outside the court in Manhattan. todayMay 8, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa S.A Labour and Employment minister says his department will thoroughly investigate the George building collapse in the Western Cape S.A Labour and Employment minister, Thulas Nxesi says his department will thoroughly investigate the George building collapse in the Western Cape. The five-storey construction site collapse has claimed the lives of seven workers so far, while 41 are still missing. This is shaping to be one of the worst engineering disasters in South African history. Nxesi told Newzroom Afrika that once the rescue operation is completed, the department will begin […] todayMay 8, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa South African Parliament Expresses Concern Over Shell’s Divestment Decision The chairperson of the South Africa Parliament’s portfolio committee on Mineral Resources and Energy, Sahlulele Luzipo, has expressed concern at Shell’s decision to divest from South Africa. The British multinational oil and gas company is reshaping its portfolio and will divest its shareholding in Shell Downstream South Africa. Shell operates about 700 service stations in the country. Luzipo says any company leaving the country at a time when investment is […] todayMay 8, 2024 33
insert_link Business / Economics 1-8 May 2024 Weekly Economic Wrap: Global Economic Highlights: Acquisitions, Regulations, and Market Movements Shape the Week’s Headlines” In a dynamic week of economic developments across various sectors and regions, the global economic landscape witnessed significant shifts and strategic maneuvers. From corporate acquisitions to regulatory measures and international market movements, here's a concise roundup of the key events shaping the economic discourse this week: Local Insights: Windhoek's Retail Scene Choppies vs. Metro: Among Windhoek's esteemed grocery supermarkets, Choppies emerges as a consistent provider of cost-effective standard groceries, […] todayMay 8, 2024 15
insert_link World U.S President says no tolerance for anti-semitism on campuses U.S President Joseph Biden said there is no room for anti-semitism in our world, and emphasised that student protesters are allowed to exercise their freedom of speech against investment in Israel, but not to speak out against the country's existence. He was making a speech at an annual Holocaust memorial event at the Capitol in which the killing of six million Jews is remembered. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. todayMay 8, 2024 29
insert_link Namibia EXCLUSIVE: Namibia’s Path to Nourishment: Insights from Ben Schernick on Aili Angula’s Proposal In the realm of nutrition and food security, every initiative counts. As Namibia grapples with issues of malnutrition and food insecurity, the proposal put forth by Aili Angula, a presidential candidate, has sparked significant interest and debate. Ben Schernick, Director of the Namibia Nutrition and Food Alliance, shares his insights on Angula's suggestion for a universal basic income grant and its potential impact on the nation's well-being. Schernick, speaking […] todayMay 8, 2024 42
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE: Herbert Jauch Reflects on Aili Angula’s Proposal for Economic Security As Namibia gears up for its forthcoming elections, the discourse surrounding poverty alleviation and economic empowerment has taken center stage. Social justice activist Herbert Jauch offers his insights on the recent proposal put forth by presidential candidate Aili Angula, shedding light on its implications for the nation's future. Jauch begins by acknowledging the novelty and significance of Angula's program, particularly the proposed grant of 1,700 Namibian dollars for citizens […] todayMay 8, 2024 56
insert_link Namibia Independent Presidential Candidate Promises Financial Relief Program For All Namibians Independent Presidential candidate AIli Angula has announced plans for the "Financial Family Relief: The RiseTogether Program," which will offer N$1,750 per month to all Namibians aged 18-59 for a duration of three years if she assumes office. Activist Herbert Jauch weighs in on the proposal. Namibia Nutrition and Food Alliance director: Ben Schernick todayMay 8, 2024 28
