insert_link World Gaza U.S student protests continue despite removal orders Pro-Palestinian protesters in New York have defied official requests for them to leave the Columbia University campus. Demonstrators have camped on college grounds for more than a week. Dozens of college and university protests are taking place across the US. Sally Patterson reports from Columbia in New York. todayApril 29, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Mines and Energy ministry announces the fuel price increase Salome Nghoshi, a Petroleum Economist at the Mines and Energy ministry announces the fuel price increase scheduled for the 2nd of May. She recently addressed the nation to provide insights into the factors behind the impending fuel price increase. todayApril 29, 2024 55
insert_link South Africa COPE S.A says social and economic challenges such as poverty cannot be blamed on an inadequate Constitution COPE South Africa's says social and economic challenges, such as poverty, unemployment and inequality, cannot be blamed on an inadequate Constitution. Acting general-secretary, Erick Mohlapamaswi, says they are a consequence of leadership's failure to robustly implement its provisions, coupled with a lack of integrity, and a government that is not accountable and transparent. Mohlapamaswi says the Constitution is inherently transformative, intended to uplift the lives of all South Africans: todayApril 29, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Tourism Sector Poised for Continued Growth in 2024 The tourism sector is showing promising signs of growth, with international arrivals at nationwide airports reaching 71,584 passengers from January to February 2024. This marks an increase from the 57,921 passengers recorded during the same period in 2023. Gitta Paetzold, CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia, provides insight into the positive trajectory of tourist inflows, indicating ongoing potential for expansion in the tourism industry. todayApril 29, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia NamPower Bulk Tariff Increases by 8% for 2024/25 Financial Year The Electricity Control Board announced an 8% increase in the NamPower bulk tariff for the 2024/25 financial year, raising it from N$1.98 per kWh to 2.14 per kWh. ECB CEO Robert Kahimise stated that the adjustment is driven by rising electricity generation costs, including those associated with imported electricity and reduced water flow to the Ruacana power station due to blockages in Angolan rivers. NamPower's revenue requirement was adjusted to […] todayApril 29, 2024 27
insert_link World Allies of Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez urge him not to step down Allies of Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez are urging him not to resign. Earlier this week, Sanchez announced that he was considering his political future due to persistent attacks on his wife over allegations of influence peddling. Our Europe correspondent Giles Gibson has more. todayApril 29, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Transport MEC Applauds Resolution of Soweto Taxi Disput To South Africa.... Gauteng Transport and Logistics MEC, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, welcomes the progress made in resolving the dispute between the Witwatersrand African Taxi Association and Nancefield Dube-West Taxi Association in Soweto. The department is working on appointing an arbitrator to resolve the route dispute between the associations. The department’s spokesperson, Lesiba Mpya, says their primary goal is to restore stability along the disputed routes and eliminate the uncertainty faced by […] todayApril 26, 2024 51
insert_link World Second phase of polling begins in India The second phase of polling in the six-week long Indian elections began where 88 constituencies across 13 states will cast their ballot. The southern states of Kerala and Karnataka are in focus where Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP has tried to make inroads ahead of the elections. Priyata Brajabasi in New Delhi tells us more about crucial seats in the region up for polls in this phase. todayApril 26, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Namibia Inaugurates First PET Plastic Recycling Plant Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, unveiled the country's inaugural Polyethylene Terephthalate Plastic Recycling Plant in Okahandja. A collaboration between Namibia Polymer Recyclers and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa aims to combat plastic waste by processing up to 500 tons of PET material monthly. Shifeta highlighted the plant's role in reducing plastic pollution, fostering economic opportunities, and promoting sustainable business environments. He emphasized the importance of waste management practices like […] todayApril 26, 2024 32
