insert_link World Tik Tok’s U.S. future to be decided by the Senate, after House moves bill forward The U.S. House has voted to force TikTok to divest from its owner ByteDance, due to its link to the Chinese government, and concerns over national security. But globally the video-sharing app has the largest number of users in the United States -- and a ban could have a big impact on people's lives and livelihoods. Caroline Malone reports. todayMarch 14, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa SA’s Defend Our Democracy Calls for Responsible Engagement in Electoral Process SA's Defend Our Democracy, a civil society group, has urged political parties to refrain from undermining the integrity of the electoral processes and the Independent Electoral Commission. The group, launching its election watch campaign, has expressed concern over certain political parties, notably the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, for making alarming statements, issuing threats, and discrediting the IEC's credibility. Andries Sibanyoni, representing the group, has called on parties to engage in […] todayMarch 14, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics 7-14 March 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Key Developments Shaping Markets Namibia Focus: The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade continues its commendable efforts in nurturing entrepreneurship within Namibia. Approximately 2000 Macro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have undergone entrepreneurship training under the EMPRETEC Namibia program since its inception in 2019. This week, an additional 188 MSMEs commenced their training, signaling continued support for the growth and development of entrepreneurial skills in the business sector. The Pupkewitz Group, a prominent player […] todayMarch 14, 2024 12
insert_link World UN aid facility attacked in Rafah The United Nations says Israeli Forces have hit a food distribution centre in the eastern part of Rafah in the Gaza Strip. One UNRWA staff member was killed in the attack and at least 22 people were injured. Jody Jacobs reports. todayMarch 14, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Bank of Namibia Investigates Unlicensed Banking Activities by CBI Exchange Namibia The Bank of Namibia has undertaken an investigation into the business operations of CBI Exchange Namibia and Coenraad Barend Nolte Botha, who are suspected of engaging in banking activities by accepting deposits from the public without proper licensing. Neither CBI Exchange Namibia nor Coenraad Barend Nolte Botha were authorized by the central bank to carry out banking operations. This information was provided by Kazembire Zemburuka, the Director of Strategic Communications […] todayMarch 14, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia President Nangolo Mbumba Set to Deliver Maiden State of the Nation Address This afternoon, President Nangolo Mbumba is scheduled to deliver his inaugural State of the Nation Address at Parliament. The State of the Nation Address marks Mbumba's first official address of this kind. Typically, the address is given during the committee stage of debates on the annual Appropriation Bill in the National Assembly. Local political analyst Rakkel Andreas shared this insight. todayMarch 14, 2024 21
insert_link Business / Economics 14 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Strategic Expansion: Namib Desert Diamonds Targets Far East Markets Namib Desert Diamonds (NAMDIA) has set its sights on the Far East, with a strategic push into markets in Vietnam and Hong Kong. This move, spearheaded by Alisa Amupolo, the Chief Executive Officer of NAMDIA, aims to leverage emerging opportunities and position the company for substantial revenue growth in the region. The announcement of this expansion underscores the growing significance of Far East markets in the global diamond trade. With […] todayMarch 14, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Activist Rosa Namises Discusses High Youth Unemployment and Parents’ Pension reliance Activist Rosa Namises comments on the situation where, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency's initial findings, over 71.1% of the population under 35 years of age, out of the total population exceeding 3 million, are predominantly unemployed. This alarming rate of youth unemployment contributes to a greater reliance on their parents' Old Age Pension, currently set at N$1600 per month. todayMarch 14, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa Prepares for National Strike Amidst Disputes in Bus Passenger Sector The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has accused employers in the bus passenger sector of instigating a potential national strike by insisting that workers absorb contract penalties and establishing a two-tier labor market. Following unsuccessful negotiations and a minimal wage increase offer, the union has rejected these demands and is gearing up for industrial action. Numsa is advocating for adjustments to allowances, medical insurance, and working hours, alleging […] todayMarch 14, 2024 6
