insert_link World U.S stops arms shipment for Israel Amid the Gaza conflict, the United States has stopped a shipment of US-made ammunition bound for Israel, a first since the war began. This move, from Israel's major financial and arms supporter, has raised concerns within both governments. While the White House National Security Council affirms continued support for Israel's defense, the halt signals a notable shift in US-Israel relations during the conflict- as Benji Hyer reports. todayMay 6, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Police Chief Calls for Public Support at Massive Oshakati Graduation Ceremony Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant Joseph Shikongo, has extended an invitation to the general public to attend the graduation ceremony of over 1000 recruits in Oshakati, located in the Oshana Region. Our Northern Correspondent, Maria Namupala, was present to interview him on-site. Meanwhile in WInhdoek....Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga of the Namibia Police Force gave critical insights regarding public safety, emphasizing proactive measures individuals can take to […] todayMay 6, 2024 41
insert_link Namibia The Impact of South African Protests on Namibia: Insights from Political Analyst Wade Henckert Political analyst Wade Henckert shed light on the intricate relationship between protests in South Africa and their repercussions on neighboring Namibia. Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Sheehama had this to say on how protests could affect investor sentiment. todayMay 6, 2024 46
insert_link South Africa Eskom says load-shedding will remain suspended, with today marking the 40th consecutive day without blackouts Eskom says load-shedding will remain suspended, with today marking the 40th consecutive day without blackouts. This is due to significant improvements in curbing unplanned outages and the reliability of the generation fleet. A total of two-thousand-600 megawatts is expected to be returned to service by today. The power utility's spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena, says the energy availability factor has been above 60-percent since the 29th of last month and reached the […] todayMay 6, 2024 5
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE: Insights into Investor Sentiment from Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Sheehama In a recent conversation, independent researcher, Josef Sheehama provided valuable perspectives on the crucial role of investor sentiment in shaping Namibia's economic landscape. With a focus on understanding why investors are pivotal to Namibia's development, Sheehama delved into the significance of investor perception and its impact on the country's attractiveness to potential investors. The Significance of Investor Sentiment Sheehama emphasized that investor sentiment serves as a critical indicator of a […] todayMay 6, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Fatal Crash: Cessna F406 Aircraft Plunges into Windhoek Residential Area, Claiming Three Lives as investigations commence A Cessna F406 light aircraft took off from Eros Airport with three occupants, to conduct a maintenance test flight and crashed into the residential premises in Rieckmann Street, Pioneers Park, Windhoek. All three people died on the spot and were burned beyond recognition. The police will issue a comprehensive report as soon as the crime scene investigations are finalised. We spoke to Magnus Abraham, the Head of the Directorate of […] todayMay 6, 2024 133
insert_link South Africa Cape Town’s current fire season has been deemed the worst in the city’s history. Cape Town's current fire season has been deemed the worst in the city's history. Speaking during the commemoration of Firefighters Day, Cape Town's mayoral committee member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, noted that firefighters have responded to over six-thousand fires this season. Thousands of firefighters from various districts and organisations have been mobilised to contain fires, with thousands of litres of water used. Smith commended firefighters for their diligence: […] todayMay 6, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Media Trust Director Advocates Sustainable Journalism on World Press Freedom Day Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis," Director of the Namibia Media Trust, Zoé Titus, urges journalists, policymakers, and the public to adopt the principles of sustainable journalism. She also commends late President Hage Geingob for his support of press freedom and calls on Namibia to reaffirm its membership in the Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative. Titus also paid tribute to journalists who work in dangerous environments around the world. […] todayMay 6, 2024 27
insert_link World Donald Trump’s former White House Communications Director Hope Hicks has taken the stand at the former president’s hush money trial. Donald Trump's former White House Communications Director Hope Hicks has taken the stand at the former president's hush money trial. Trump faces 34 counts of falsifying business records in an attempt to influence the results of the 2016 election. Ira Spitzer has more from outside the court in Manhattan where the trial is taking place. todayMay 6, 2024 19