insert_link Namibia National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology unveiled the second National Research and Experimental Development Survey report The National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology unveiled the second National Research and Experimental Development Survey report in Windhoek. Professor Anicia Peters, CEO of the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology, provided insights during the launch. todayApril 30, 2024 15
insert_link World United Nations’ internal investigations team has closed several cases involving UNRWA employees linked to the October 7 attack The United Nations' internal investigations team has closed several cases involving UNRWA employees linked to the October 7 attack, due to lack of evidence provided by Israel. The U.N Office of Internal Oversight Services has been investigating some 12 cases, following Israel's accusations in January this year. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayApril 30, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Good Samaritan Falls in Love with Abandoned Baby Rescued from Desert Meruune Tutjavi, a petrol attendant in Walvis Bay, has expressed his affection for a 16-month-old baby he rescued from the desert. Tutjavi stumbled upon the abandoned child while feeling unwell and discovered her in a blanket in the dunes. Despite initial communication challenges with the police, Tutjavi stayed with the baby until help arrived. He has since developed a bond with the infant and expressed his love for her. todayApril 30, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa S.A Presidency has refuted claims the State Security Agency is targeting SABC’s head of news The S.A Presidency has refuted claims the State Security Agency is targeting SABC's head of news, Moshoeshoe Monare . This comes amid suggestions of targeted vetting ahead of the elections. According to Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya, Monare is undergoing a routine vetting process, which is standard for all SABC executives. He says Monare's vetting stalled when he declined to undergo a polygraph test, which is part of the process: todayApril 30, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Ex-Girlfriend in Kavango East Police in the Kavango East Region apprehended a 28-year-old man suspected of murdering his 21-year-old ex-girlfriend at Kehemu residential area. The incident reportedly occurred after an argument over a text message, during which the suspect allegedly stabbed the victim multiple times with a knife, leaving behind their three-year-old son and the murder weapon. The victim died instantly. Acting Regional Commander of the Namibian Police Force, Deputy Commissioner Eino Nambahu, stated […] todayApril 29, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa S.A’s RISE Mzansi in Gauteng says it is working towards a plan to fight against hunger in the province S.A's RISE Mzansi in Gauteng says it is working towards a plan to fight against hunger in the province. About 35-percent of the population in the province experiences food insecurity. The party recently donated vaccinations and seedlings to a food garden in Orange Farm. RISE Mzansi’s, Tebogo Moalusi, says the prices of an essential basket of food items need to be regulated, to ensure affordability to meet all people’s basic […] todayApril 29, 2024 12
insert_link World Large parts of South Asia are battling an intense heat wave Large parts of South Asia are battling an intense heat wave. In India, heat wave warnings are in place for southern regions - even as in neighbouring Bangladesh schools have reopened after being shut briefly last week. Neha Poonia has more. todayApril 29, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Fatal Accident on B8 Road Leaves One Dead and Several Injured A tragic accident occurred on Sunday on the B8 road between Mururani and Grootfontein, resulting in the instant death of a 38-year-old man. Namibian Police Force reported that a 16-seater minibus overturned and rolled several times, allegedly due to a burst left rear tyre, causing the driver to lose control. The bus, traveling from Rundu to Grootfontein, had 14 other occupants who sustained injuries ranging from slight to serious. They […] todayApril 29, 2024 15
insert_link World The Philippines has suspended classes for two days until Tuesday as temperatures hit 50 degrees Celsius The Philippines has suspended classes for two days until Tuesday as temperatures hit 50 degrees Celsius in parts of the country. The Philippines authorities say the extreme heat will continue into the second week of May. Laura Westbrook reports. todayApril 29, 2024 13
