insert_link South Africa South Africa’s African Transformation Movement is calling on universities to scrap application fees South Africa's African Transformation Movement is calling on universities to scrap application fees, saying access to education is an ideal that must be realised in this lifetime. The party has commended the University of the Free State for scrapping application fees entirely but has criticised the University of the Witwatersrand for its high application fees. ATM’s spokesperson, Zama Ntshona, says while they acknowledge the administrative costs associated with processing applications, […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 24
insert_link World Death sentence given for Kyoto animation studio arson A court in Japan has sentenced to death the man responsible for the 2019 arson of an animation studio that killed 36 people. The Kyoto District court on Thursday ruled 45 year old Shinji Aoba (Shin-jee Ow-ba) was mentally competent enough to be held criminally liable for one of the deadliest mass murders in Japan’s history. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayJanuary 25, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry Approves New Primary School in Groot Aub to Address Overcrowding Issues The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has given the green light for the construction of an extra primary school in Groot Aub, Khomas Region. The Director of Education, Paulus Nghikembua revealed that the anticipated completion date for the new school is 2030. Groot Aub, situated approximately 60 kilometers south of Windhoek, has experienced significant growth, with its current population exceeding 24,000 residents. The settlement currently accommodates its expanding community […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 74
insert_link Health / Medical Rosa Namises Shares Thoughts on President Geingob’s Cancer Treatment in Los Angeles, USA. Date: Jan 25, 2024 | Leonard Witbeen In a candid commentary, Rosa Namises, a prominent figure in Namibia, shared her reflections on President Hage Geingob's recent announcement of undergoing cancer treatment. Addressing the nation's leader's health condition, Namises expressed a mix of sentiments, acknowledging the human aspect of the situation. Namises opened her remarks by stating the difficulty of commenting on such a sensitive matter, recognizing President Geingob's humanity and […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 40
insert_link Interview Transcripts Michael Saddam Amushelelo Addresses Tobias Hainyeko Protest, Demands Accountability Date: Jan 25, 2024 | Leonard Witbeen Activist Michael Saddam Amushelelo shed light on an ongoing protest related to promises made during the COVID-19 pandemic in the former settlements of Windhoek, specifically involving payments of N$1,800 and a monthly grant of N$600 Namibian per month. The protest seeks accountability from the Ministry of Gender, which received funds from the World Food Program intended for the affected individuals. Amushelelo proceeded to […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 18
insert_link Interview Transcripts YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT STILL NOT LABELLED AS A CRISIS IN NAMIBIA: PDM’s Manuel Ngaringombe Addresses Youth Unemployment and Calls for Accountability in Namcor Jan 25, 2024 |Leonard Witbeen Manuel Ngaringombe, a prominent figure in the Popular Democratic Movement, discussed the critical issue of youth unemployment in Namibia with Future Media's Leonard Witbeen. The conversation delved into PDM's strategies to address this pressing challenge and shed light on a motion initiated by the party to declare youth unemployment a national emergency. Ngaringombe commenced the interview by acknowledging the gravity of the youth unemployment situation, […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 14
insert_link Uncategorized US Supreme Court declines to stop nitrogen gas execution in Alabama The US Supreme Court says it will not intervene to halt the execution of a convicted murderer in Alabama who is due to become the first inmate to be put to death with nitrogen gas. Kenneth Smith is due to be executed on Thursday, after an earlier attempt to put him to death was botched in 2022. Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports. todayJanuary 25, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia UNICEF and UNESCO Applaud Namibian Government’s Leadership in Tackling Education Challenges The United Nations Children’s Fund and the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation in Namibia expressed their commendation for the Namibian Government's proactive role at the Transforming Education Summit. In an official statement on the International Day of Education, the organizations lauded Namibia's initiative in addressing the learning crisis and exploring solutions to achieve inclusive and equitable quality education for all by 2030. Despite this positive stance, the UN […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 7
insert_link South Africa The DA says it has submitted a Promotion of Access to Information Act application to PetroSA South Africa's DA has submitted a Promotion of Access to Information Act application to PetroSA. This is for records of the decision that informed the awarding of a tender for the exploration of its offshore gas reserves and the rebuilding of critical gas infrastructure to Equator Holdings. The company is run by notorious political operator Lawrence Mulaudzi, who was implicated in the Mpati Commission’s report into corruption and misconduct at […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 5
