insert_link South Africa Gauteng Education Mourns Grade 1 Learner’s Passing Linked to Spaza Shop Biscuits The Gauteng Education Department expresses condolences over the tragic death of a Grade 1 learner at Mandlethu Primary School in Tsakane, Brakpan. The learner reportedly passed away after consuming biscuits from a local spaza shop. The child fell ill in class, vomited, and unfortunately succumbed before paramedics arrived. Spokesperson Xolani Mkhwemte emphasizes the importance of parents being vigilant about certain spaza shop products in the wake of this unfortunate incident. […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Minister Peya Mushelenga Urges Public to Use Designated Books of Condolence for President Geingob Information and Communication Technology Minister Peya Mushelenga has issued a plea to the public, urging them to refrain from creating unofficial books of condolence for President Hage Geingob. Speaking at a media briefing at the Government Information Centre. Mushelenga emphasized the importance of using only the designated books placed at specific venues citing various locations accessible to the public. This call aims to streamline the expression of condolences and maintain […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 41
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Chief Commends Nation’s Smooth Transition, Ensures Security for Dignitaries at Late President’s Funeral Namibia's Inspector General of Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, acknowledged on Monday that other countries have praised Namibia for efficiently preventing a leadership vacuum during the transition of power. He emphasized that, unlike in some countries where such transitions can lead to unrest and security challenges, Namibia has successfully maintained stability. Lieutenant General Shikongo highlighted the automatic reinforcement of security measures for both the current president and the vice president. […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 33
insert_link World India-US civil nuclear deal “an important piece of unfinished business” – US official The US Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources has described the status of a civil nuclear partnership between India and the US as "an important piece of unfinished business". This comes as the two countries have been working to boost their energy ties. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todayFebruary 6, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained while the fire line at Matroosberg is not yet under control. Yesterday evening the Brandvlei fire was burning out of control and made its way to the grounds of the Brandvlei Prison. The municipality’s spokesperson, Anesca Roodt, says a small, corrugated storage structure was destroyed; however, there was no further loss of property. todayFebruary 6, 2024 14
insert_link World Japan to reply to rare sympathy message from N Korea Japan’s Prime Minister says he’s intending to send an ‘appropriate response’ to a rare message of support from North Korea. The country's leader, Kim Jong Un, sent his sympathies following an earthquake which hit Japan’s Noto Peninsula on New Year’s Day. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayFebruary 6, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Inspector General Assures Security Stability Post-President Mbumba’s Swearing-In Namibia's Inspector General of Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, provided reassurance on Monday, stating that there have been no reported security threats since the swearing-in of former Vice President Nangolo Mbumba as the fourth President of Namibia. This transition followed the untimely demise of President Hage Geingob on Sunday. In the wake of these developments, International Relations Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah assumed the role of Vice President. Lieutenant General Shikongo emphasized […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa A professor at Wits University says the ANC is wounded and decaying heading into the elections Unless something unforeseen occurs, the shape of post-election South Africa will show a wounded and decaying ANC. This is the view of Wits School of Governance professor, David Everatt. He says the ANC is grappling with a significant decline, polling at a mere 42-percent among determined registered voters, with the DA and the EFF winning less than a fifth of the vote. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Everatt says the ANC’s […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Chief Johannes Isaack Conveys Condolences on behalf of Nama Nation Chief Johannes Isaack, head of the Hai-|Khaua Traditional Authority and Chairman of the Nama Traditional Leaders Association, expressed heartfelt condolences to former First Lady Monica Geingos, the children, family, and the entire nation following the passing of President Hage Geingob on Sunday. Addressing a press conference, Isaack conveyed condolences on behalf of all Nama clans, expressing sorrow and sympathy for the loss. The NTLA extends its deepest sympathies to President […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 3
