insert_link World Trump ordered to pay $83 mil in defamation case Donald Trump has been ordered to pay more than $80 million to writer E. Jean Carroll by a Manhattan jury. On Friday, the jury found comments made by the former US President in 2019 were defamatory.Trump called the verdict 'absolutely ridiculous', and claimed the case was a 'witch hunt' against him. Sally Patterson reports. todayJanuary 29, 2024 7
insert_link Entertainment Dalton Ashikoto Unveils “The Edge”: A Namibian Film Exposing Fake Pastors and Exploitation January 29, 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent interview, Dalton Ashikoto, the founder and director of Dash Studios, shared insights into his upcoming film, "The Edge." As a prominent figure in Namibia's multimedia scene, Dalton provided a glimpse into the world of film, discussed his current projects, and shed light on the societal issues addressed in his latest cinematic endeavor. Introduction to Dash Studios and Upcoming Projects Dalton Ashikoto introduced himself […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 38
insert_link Namibia Ministry Official Arrested for Alleged Misuse of Government Vehicle in Unlawful Animal Feed Transport On Thursday, a government official from the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism was apprehended for purportedly misusing a government vehicle to transport 39 bags (50 kilograms each) of private animal feed without the required permits. Deputy Commissioner Eino Nambahu, the Acting Regional Commander of the Namibian Police Force in the Kavango East Region, says that the individual was allegedly moving the bags from a residence in Sauyemwa informal settlement […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 7
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE: Jeraldo Jermano Eiseb’s Inspiring Haircuts Charity Project in Gobabis Published on January 29, 2024, 10:56 AM By Leonard Witbeen Gobabis, Namibia - In a heartwarming initiative, Jeraldo Jermano Eiseb, known as Jeraldo Jermano Eiseb, embarked on a charitable project providing free haircuts to schoolboys in Gobabis, Namibia. The project aimed to uplift the community by offering grooming services to those who may not have easy access. The project, initially named "Free Haircut for a Schoolgirl in the West," garnered […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa Appointment of Thulasizwe Buthelezi as AmaZulu Prime Minister Sparks Hope for Royal House’s Future Kuthula Thwala, a lecturer in Historical Studies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, expresses optimism about the appointment of Thulasizwe Buthelezi as the AmaZulu prime minister, seeing it as a source of renewed hope for the Royal House. The announcement of Buthelezi's appointment was made by King MisuZulu kaZwelithini during the Battle of Isandlwana commemoration. Following the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, Thulasizwe Buthelezi takes on the responsibilities. Thwala, in a […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 5
insert_link World US set to execute prisoner by nitrogen gas for first time Alabama is set to become the first US state to use nitrogen gas to execute a prisoner on death row. It will be the second time the state has tried to execute Kenneth Smith - after a lethal injection failed in 2022. Smith was convicted for his role in a 1988 murder for hire plot. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports. todayJanuary 26, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Oshana Governor Encourages Utilization of Government Subsidies for Agricultural Gains Governor Elia Irimari of Oshana has urged residents to take advantage of government subsidies provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform. He emphasized the importance of maximizing harvest outcomes, particularly through the use of available tractors. The region has 30 operational tractors distributed among its 11 constituencies. Irimari highlighted that three constituencies have received three tractors each, while the remaining eight constituencies share the rest. To enhance […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa The wind is hampering efforts to contain a serious fire near Kluitjieskraal in the Western Cape A change in wind direction is hampering efforts to control the Kluitjieskraal fire near Wolseley in the Cape Winelands District Municipality, Western Cape. The fire in the Suurvlakte area split into two lines, one line on the Wolseley side of the Obiqua Mountain and another on the Wellington side. The municipality’s spokesperson, Jo-Anne Otto, says the fire on Wolseley’s side in the Verrekyker area just above the Kluitjieskraal moved rapidly […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa ActionSA formally lodges a complaint to the Human Rights Commission against WesBank ActionSA says it has officially lodged a formal complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission to investigate Wesbank. The is over allegations that the finance provider is using a specific system to overcharge black clients. Wesbank has refuted allegations of discrimination against customers based on race, gender, or age. ActionSA’s spokesperson, Lerato Ngobeni, says they cannot condone nor tolerate the covert racism the bank represents. todayJanuary 26, 2024 8
