insert_link South Africa South African Embassy in London Leads with Registered Voters According to the Electoral Commission in South Africa, the South African Embassy in London boasts the highest number of registered voters, totaling 19,518, while Joubert Park holds the domestic record with approximately 15,000 registered voters. Out-of-country voting is scheduled at diplomatic missions on May 17th and 18th, ten days ahead of the general election on May 29th. Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo urges voters to cast their ballots at their […] todayMay 2, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Best of Namibia 2024 Awards Nominations Open Namibia Future Media Holdings and Venture Media Publications have jointly declared the commencement of the nominations phase for the esteemed Best of Namibia 2024 awards. This nationwide initiative aims to honor businesses and organizations that play a significant role in driving Namibia's prosperity. All Namibians are encouraged to participate in the nomination process, which exclusively unfolds online at bestofnam.com. Gary Stroebel, the Chief Executive of Future Media. todayMay 2, 2024 202
insert_link South Africa DA Western Cape’s premier candidate has announced plans to make the province the first in being load-shedding-free The DA Western Cape's premier candidate Alan Winde has announced plans to make the province the first load-shedding-free province. He pledges to end the scourge of load-shedding, citing its devastating impact on jobs, the economy, and community safety. The City of Cape Town is also implementing robust protection plans and investing in grid upgrades and renewable energy projects. According to Winde, the province has lost billions due to load-shedding, prompting […] todayMay 2, 2024 24
insert_link World “Time is now” for Gaza ceasefire deal, says top US diplomat "The time is now" for a deal between Israel and Hamas, according to U.S Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. America's top diplomat is finishing yet another Middle East tour aimed at agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza. Secretary Blinken says "there is a proposal on the table" which would bring about a truce in return for the release of remaining Israeli hostages still held in the war-torn territory. Benji Hyer reports. […] todayMay 2, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Belgium’s King Yet to Address Namibia’s Concerns Over G7 Diamond Ban King Philippe of Belgium has yet to respond to President Nangolo Mbumba's concerns about the G7's ban on importing non-industrial diamonds from Russia. Mbumba highlighted the adverse effects this ban would have on Namibia's diamond trade, as well as its impact on other African diamond-producing nations like Botswana and Angola. The ban could increase costs and hinder trade, posing a significant threat to these countries' economies. Namibia, a major diamond […] todayMay 2, 2024 25
insert_link World India expresses “deep concern” over Sikh separatist slogans at event in Canada India has summoned Canada's Deputy High Commissioner to express "deep concern and strong protest" after separatist slogans were raised at an event addressed by Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau. Diplomatic relations between the two countries after Trudeau last year said there were "credible allegations" potentially linking India to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todayApril 30, 2024 40
insert_link South Africa Limpopo Health MEC oversees repatriation of 45 Botswana nationals killed in bus crash Limpopo Health MEC, Phophi Ramathuba, will this morning lead the repatriation process of the remains of the 45 Botswana nationals killed in a bus crash over the Easter long weekend. The churchgoers died when the bus they were travelling plunged off the Mamatlakala bridge on the R518 route in Limpopo. Only one child survived. The MEC’s spokesperson, Thilivhali Muavha, says a dedicated multidisciplinary team has worked tirelessly to recover and […] todayApril 30, 2024 54
insert_link Namibia Newborn Baby’s Remains Found in Plastic Bag in Omusati with Investigation Underway The police in Omusati are currently looking into a case involving the discovery of a newborn baby's remains in a plastic bag at an unserviced plot in Oshikuku. According to Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho, community members stumbled upon the gruesome scene when they noticed pigs eating from the bag, prompting them to investigate further. Upon closer inspection, they found scattered bones and bloodstained baby clothes. The authorities have transferred the […] todayApril 30, 2024 9
insert_link World U.S. and Philippines Conduct Joint Amphibious Assault Drills in Annual Military Exercises Troops from the U.S and the Philippines are participating in amphibious assault drills as part of their annual two-week joint military exercises. The drills run until May 10 amid high tensions between Beijing and Manila who both have claims to maritime territory in the South China Sea, as Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong. todayApril 30, 2024 26