insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama Advocates for Parastatal Transparency In a recent statement, Josef Sheehama emphasized the critical importance of transparency within state-owned enterprises, also known as parastatals. Speaking on the issue, Sheehama highlighted the direct correlation between the lack of transparency and the prevalence of corruption within these entities. Sheehama asserted that without adequate transparency and accountability measures in place, corruption becomes an enticing prospect for individuals seeking personal enrichment at the expense of public resources. He underscored […] todayMarch 26, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia ICT Minister Sets Firm Deadline for SIM Card Registration and Warns of Suspension Information and Communication Technology minister, Emma Theofelus, announced that no further extensions will be granted to SIM card users beyond the approaching deadline of March 31, 2024. Those not registered by this date will face a three-month suspension, with users encountering warning messages and service restrictions. Minister Theofelus urged all SIM card users to utilize the grace period to complete their registration promptly. todayMarch 26, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa High Court in Pretoria Sets Date for Ruling on SA’s National Assembly Speaker’s Urgent Court Bid The High Court in Pretoria has scheduled the ruling on an urgent court bid by SA's National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula for the second of next month. Judge Sulet Potterill expressed dissatisfaction with Mapisa-Nqakula's request to inspect evidence before the ruling. The State has pledged not to arrest Mapisa-Nqakula until the court's decision. On special leave, she seeks to prevent arrest over alleged bribery while serving as Defence Minister. National […] todayMarch 26, 2024 10
World Federal agents raid Sean “P Diddy” Combs’ homes in LA and Miami Federal agents in Los Angeles and Miami have raided homes connected to Sean "P Diddy" Combs. The hip-hop mogul has faced multiple allegations of sexual assault and sex trafficking in the past year. Ira Spitzer reports. todayMarch 26, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa SA Border Management Authority Intensifies Health Screening Measures for Easter Travellers As Easter approaches, the SA Border Management Authority announces stringent health measures for travelers. Port health specialists will conduct screenings, particularly focusing on travelers from yellow fever endemic areas. The authority empahasizes the importance of health protocols amid ongoing cholera response efforts. todayMarch 26, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Vice President Advocates Revival of Kalimbeza Rice Project for Food Security Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasized the importance of reactivating the Kalimbeza rice project to bolster food security in Namibia. The project, intended to be a cornerstone in the nation's rice production, has remained inactive since 2021 due to various challenges, including machinery breakdowns and the need for a new water pump. During her recent visit to the project site, Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed confidence in its potential effectiveness and urged project […] todayMarch 26, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa Western Cape MEC Launches Easter Road Safety Campaign, Prioritizes Pedestrian Safety Western Cape MEC of Mobility, Ricardo Mackenzie, says the provincial government is ready for the Easter weekend, doing everything possible to keep residents and visitors safe on the roads. The MEC launched the Easter road safety campaign in Brackenfell over the weekend. Mackenzie says they are targeting pedestrian safety, driver and vehicle fitness, as they still face the enormous challenge of changing road user behaviour. todayMarch 25, 2024 19
insert_link World Beijing says it will safeguard equal treatment for foreign-funded firms Beijing says it will safeguard equal treatment for foreign-funded firms, so more can invest in the country with "confidence and peace of mind", according to the commerce vice minister. The remarks come as senior Chinese officials are meeting executives from global companies in Beijing. Laura Westbrook has more. todayMarch 25, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia Elambo Combined School Staff Stage Peaceful Protest for Fair Remoteness Allowance Staff members of Elambo Combined School organized a peaceful demonstration advocating for fair remoteness allowance. They presented their petition to Alleta Eises, the Director of Education in the Oshikoto region. Upon receiving the petition, Eises pledged to provide feedback within the specified time frame. Selma Mwanyekange, a concerned teacher, expressed the group's sentiments during the demonstration. todayMarch 25, 2024 48
