insert_link South Africa South Africa’s JC Auditors Calls for Proactive Measures to Enhance Road Safety Ahead of Easter Holiday SA's Independent certification body, JC Auditors, urges proactive measures ahead of the Easter holiday to address road safety challenges. With road fatalities soaring by nearly 40-percent over last year’s Easter weekend, heightened vigilance is imperative. JC Auditors advocates for simple yet impactful safety campaigns in the road transport sector, changing drivers' mindsets and behaviours, as these contribute to over 80-percent of accidents. Managing director Oliver Naidoo says historically the Easter […] todayMarch 19, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy Research Releases Budget Review, Highlights Economic Progress The Institute for Public Policy Research has published its budget review, offering insights into key aspects of the current economic landscape and government spending. In its assessment, the IPPR recognized a resurgence in steady economic growth, accompanied by an increase in income levels. Executive Director Graham Hopwood shares further insights. todayMarch 19, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Transparency Concerns Lead to Suspension of National Youth Council Executive Director Certain members of the representative council of the National Youth Council have voiced demands for transparency from the NYC board after a mid-way halt of an RC meeting in Ondangwa over the weekend. The meeting was abruptly called off due to the failure of NYC's executive director, Calista Schwartz-Gowases, to provide the minutes of the previous RC meeting. Following these grievances and others, Schwartz-Gowases was suspended. This was followed by […] todayMarch 19, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Affirms Namibia’s Commitment to International Partnerships and Economic Development President Nangolo Mbumba stated on Friday that the Namibian government will continue to foster stronger partnerships with nations and institutions to enhance skills and expertise within the country. Speaking at the traditional New Year’s greeting to diplomats at State House, Mbumba emphasized the government's commitment to attracting investments in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, and green hydrogen. Earlier that day, Mbumba received letters of credence from new heads of […] todayMarch 18, 2024 22
insert_link World Putin Claims Election Victory Russian President Vladimir Putin says he'll prioritise military operations in Ukraine after claiming another six-year term in elections. Official results gave him more than 87% of the vote. Western countries say the election was not free or fair and insist voting in Ukrainian territory was illegal. Director of the Russia Programme at Chatham House James Nixey says the result was not in doubt. todayMarch 18, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Premier Urges Action Amid Water Crisis Threatening System Collapse Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi voices apprehension regarding the persisting water crisis in parts of the province. Rand Water issues a plea for residents to conserve water as the system faces severe strain, posing a risk of complete collapse. Specifically, water levels in the City of Tshwane plummeted below 30% over the weekend, prompting the urgent closure of water supply to specific reservoirs. Lesufi calls on stakeholders to address the situation […] todayMarch 18, 2024 14
insert_link World North Korea Fires At Least Two Ballistic Missiles As Democracy Summit Gets Underway North Korea has fired at least two ballistic missiles into the sea as diplomats gather in Seoul for a summit on Monday. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is among the officials attending the Summit for Democracy. Chris Gilbert reports. todayMarch 18, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Education Minister Emphasizes Shift Towards Assessment for Learning Approach Angie Motshekga, South Africa's Basic Education Minister, underscores the significance of adopting an assessment for learning approach to evaluate a broader range of skills. She emphasizes that teaching and learning should not only be observable but also meaningful. Motshekga conveyed these sentiments during her address at the Basic Education Lekgotla in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni. Additionally, Motshekga highlights that the education sector continues to grapple with an infrastructure crisis. todayMarch 18, 2024 54
insert_link Namibia //Kharas Governor Advocates for Women’s Empowerment and Equality Aletha Frederick, //Kharas Governor, emphasized the importance of women seizing opportunities to uphold gender equality during the belated commemoration of International Women’s Day at Aussenkehr. Held under the theme ‘Invest in women, accelerate progress,’ Frederick urged ministries, agencies, and the private sector to prioritize ongoing capacity building for women. Highlighting the significance of women's involvement in the fourth industrial revolution, which encompasses technology, Frederick stressed the necessity for equal empowerment […] todayMarch 18, 2024 9
