FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA Archives - Page 345 of 447

Millions in Haiti face starvation as violence increases in Port au Prince

The World Food Programme says if the security situation in Haiti is not resolved soon it will run out of food in the coming weeks. Briefing reporters in New York on Tuesday, the WFP's Jean-Martin Bauer said that four million people in the Caribbean state remain food insecure. Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry has meanwhile announced he will step down from his position as violence intensifies. Jody Jacobs reports from […]

13 March, 2024

Namibia

Oshikoto Regional Council Calls for Action on Water Challenges

Samuel Shivute, Chairperson of the Oshikoto Regional Council, has urged residents to address pressing issues, notably the scarcity of clean water, by proposing various solutions. Speaking at a regional consultative meeting held at Omuthiya by the National Planning Commission on the Sixth National Development Plan, Shivute highlighted the persistent water scarcity in rural areas underscoring the necessity for borehole installations and upgrades to water treatment facilities and pipelines to effectively […]

13 March, 2024

Uncategorized

Number of dead in southern France storms climbs to six

The number of people killed in storms in southern France has risen to six, after the body of a four-year-old girl was found in the Gard region. Ross Cullen has more.

13 March, 2024

South Africa

SA Parliamentary Committee Commends Electoral Commission’s Swift Response to Candidate Lists Leak

The portfolio committee on Home Affairs in South Africa's Parliament has expressed satisfaction with the Independent Electoral Commission's prompt action in investigating the leakage of candidate lists. Following a preliminary inquiry into the unauthorized distribution of ANC and uMkhonto weSizwe Party national and provincial election candidate lists, an IEC employee has been terminated. Committee chairperson Mosa Chabane emphasized the significance of safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process at all […]

13 March, 2024

South Africa

South Africa’s DA Rejects Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, Alleges Favoritism Towards ANC

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has voiced its rejection of the passing of the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, labeling it as a maneuver aimed at channeling additional public and donor funds to the ANC. Adrian Roos, representing the DA, asserts that the amendments are unrelated to the inclusion of independent candidates, raising concerns over perceived favoritism towards the ANC.

13 March, 2024

Namibia

Namibian Standards Institution Engages Stakeholders on National Standardisation Strategy

The Namibian Standards Institution convened a consultative meeting in Gobabis on Tuesday to discuss the proposed National Standardisation Strategy with various stakeholders. The National Standardization Strategy serves as a vital guideline document that identifies priority sectors for standardisation needs. Through these consultations, NSI aims to gather crucial data that will contribute to the compilation of the National Standards Plan. Karukirue Tjijenda, the Omaheke Regional Development and Planning Director, presided over […]

13 March, 2024

World

Airbnb bans indoor security cameras

Surveillance cameras will soon be banned inside Airbnb rental properties under new rules. The company says the decision, which applies to all its rentals globally, will "prioritise the privacy of our community". The holiday rental giant has seven million listings worldwide, but has come under scrutiny in recent years over reports of hidden cameras.Sally Patterson has more.

13 March, 2024

World

IAEA head inspects ALPs discharge site at Fukushima

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency says he’s satisfied with Japan’s handling of the release of treated, nuclear contaminated wastewater from Fukushima. He is inspecting the discharge site on Wednesday, his first visit since Japan began the project in August.

13 March, 2024

South Africa

South Africa and Ghana Commit to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties at Bi-National Commission

During the bi-national commission held in Pretoria, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called for enhanced trade and investment cooperation between South Africa and Ghana. Ramaphosa expressed enthusiasm for sustained import-export relations and noted South African companies' keen interest in expanding their investments in Ghana. The president welcomed collaboration opportunities in infrastructure and pre-chemical sectors. Emphasizing the need to reverse the recent decline in trade over the past four years, Ramaphosa […]

13 March, 2024