FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA Archives - Page 292 of 448

S.A Union federation Saftu says it continues to play a crucial role in championing the rights of workers

S.A Union federation Saftu says it continues to play a crucial role in championing the rights of workers, fighting against injustices in the workplace, and advancing the socio-economic interests of workers. Yesterday, the federation celebrated seven years since it was launched in April 2017. Saftu’s spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, says the diametric contradictions in the tripartite alliance have and continue to compromise Cosatu’s ability and capacity to legitimately represent workers:

22 April, 2024

Namibia

Khorixas Town Council Tackles Livestock Roaming Concerns Amid Resident Complaints

In Khorixas,the Town Council has been grappling with a surge in livestock roaming within town boundaries, prompting a flurry of complaints from residents. Simson Mario /Ochurub, the Public Relations Officer of the Khorixas Town Council, sheds light on the council's efforts to address this pressing issue.

22 April, 2024

Africa

13 Dead and 40 Injured in Road Accident in Nigeria

Thirteen people have died, and 40 others injured in an accident in Kaduna state, northwest Nigeria. The incident occured around 11pm on Saturday as reported from Jos by our Nigeria correspondent Tesem Akende.

22 April, 2024

World

U.S and Philippines hold joint annual drills as tensions with China mount

The U.S and Philippines begin a joint annual drill that will see 16,000 troops sail beyond Manila's territorial waters for the first time, a move that could dial up tensions with China. Laura Westbrook has more.

22 April, 2024

Namibia

Deputy Works Minister Nekundi Lauds Progress of Omusati Region Road Constructions

Deputy Works and Transport minister, Veiko Nekundi, said he is pleased with the progress of constructions of Roads in Omusati region. Our Northern correspondent Maria Namupala brings us this report.

22 April, 2024

Namibia

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Addressing Livestock Farming Concerns in Khorixas: Insights from Simson Mario /Ochurub, PR Officer of Khorixas Town Council

Livestock farming is an integral part of many rural communities, but when it encroaches upon urban areas, it can pose significant challenges. In Khorixas, Namibia, the Town Council has been grappling with a surge in livestock roaming within town boundaries, prompting a flurry of complaints from residents. Simson Mario /Ochurub, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Khorixas Town Council, sheds light on the council's efforts to address this pressing […]

22 April, 2024

World

Japan’s SDF searches for survivors of helicopter crash

Japan’s self defense force is searching for survivors after two of its helicopters crashed on Sunday killing at least one person. Seven others remain missing. Chris Gilbert reports.

22 April, 2024

South Africa

Eskom Continues Load-Shedding Suspension, Marks 26 Days Without Power Cuts

Eskom has announced the continued suspension of load-shedding until further notice, citing sustained generation capacity and ample emergency reserves. This marks 26 consecutive days without load-shedding, surpassing the previous record of 20 days in June 2022. The power utility plans to restore an additional 2,660 megawatts by the evening. Eskom reaffirms its commitment to eventually eliminating rotational power outages.

22 April, 2024

Namibia

B2Gold Layoffs: How Will It Be For the Affected Workers And Community?

B2Gold Namibia disclosed that the voluntary retrenchment initiative at its Otjikoto mine near Otjiwarongo, commenced in March last year, is set to persist throughout 2024. It clarified that the ongoing phase continues to be voluntary, with mandatory retrenchments scheduled for 2025. We sought Labor Expert Herbert Jauch's perspective on the matter. Business Researcher Josef Sheehama also weighed in.

22 April, 2024