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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA

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Business / Economics

21st February 2024 Morning Biz News: Global Financial Snapshot: Namibia Faces Grey Listing, South Africa’s Unemployment Rises, Oil Prices Recover, and Currency Markets Shift

  In the realm of global finance, Namibia finds itself on the brink of grey listing due to non-compliance with international anti-money laundering standards. Despite Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi's reassurance that Namibia passed the technical compliance test, progress in five out of 11 effectiveness test outcomes signals a potential challenge. Out of 72 action items, 59 have been successfully addressed, leaving 13 unresolved. South Africa, on the other hand, experiences […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 11

World

Nvidia overtakes Tesla as Wall Street’s most traded stock

Chipmaker Nvidia has overtaken car giant Tesla as the most traded stock on the US stock market. Demand for the chips, which are used by Artificial Intelligence developers, has soared in recent years. All eyes are on Nvidia's fourth quarter earnings, due out on Wednesday. Sally Patterson has more.  

todayFebruary 21, 2024 3

South Africa

DA Sees Election Date Announcement as Crucial Moment for South Africa’s Future

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa views the official announcement of the election date as a countdown to a historic opportunity for the nation to rescue itself from 30 years of ANC failure, corruption, and state capture. President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that the general elections will take place on May 29. DA leader John Steenhuisen declares this election as a turning point for the country, coming at a crucial […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 71

Namibia

Old Mutual Foundation Donates N$30,000 Worth of Food to Aussenkehr Fire Victims

The Old Mutual Foundation, in collaboration with the ||Kharas Governor's office, has provided food donations to 59 families in Aussenkehr who lost their homes in a fire last year. Valued at N$30,000, the donation aims to assist families, mainly comprising grape company employees affected by the November fire, which tragically claimed a life. Governor Aletha Frederick expressed gratitude for the gesture and urged employers, grape company owners, and the regional […]

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South Africa

South Africa Announces May 29 for Highly Anticipated National and Provincial Elections

South Africa is set to hold national and provincial elections on May 29, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa's office announcement on Tuesday. The upcoming elections are anticipated to be the most competitive since the end of the apartheid system. Political analysts widely foresee a significant challenge for the governing African National Congress party, predicting a potential loss of its parliamentary majority for the first time since 1994. Voter concerns, including […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 15

World

US to impose additional sanctions on Russia following Navalny death

The United States is announcing a "major sanctions package" to hold Russia and its President Vladimir Putin accountable for the death of Alexei Navalny and the war in Ukraine. White House spokesperson John Kirby says the Biden administration will put forward the economic measures on Friday, a week after Navalny — a long-time anti-corruption campaigner and Putin critic — was found dead in an Artic Circle penal colony. Benji Hyer […]

todayFebruary 21, 2024 12

Africa

Southern African Editors Forum Alarmed at Safety Threats Against NewsHawks Journalists

The Southern African Editors Forum expresses deep concern and alarm over recent reports revealing that NewsHawks, a prominent online investigative newspaper in Zimbabwe, has been compelled to halt the publication of a corruption story involving three army generals in the country’s defense force. In a public statement, the editor of NewsHawks disclosed that journalists from the outlet, particularly News Editor Owen Gagare, are currently under surveillance. This situation echoes the […]

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Namibia

Biden’s Response to Age Concerns Shifts Amid Memory Questions; Amupanda Discusses Age and Leadership in Namibia

As per an NBC America report, U.S. President Joe Biden's strategy in addressing questions about his age has shifted from "watch me" to seeking endorsements. Following a report from special counsel Robert Hur characterizing Biden's memory as "significantly limited," presidential appointees and supportive lawmakers have been coming forward one by one to vouch for his mental acuity. Additionally, AR's Job Amupanda shares his opinion on age and leadership in Namibia. […]

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Namibia

Education ministry declares Friday, February 23, as a school holiday

The Education ministry has declared Friday, February 23, as a school holiday as part of the national mourning arrangements for the funeral weekend of President Hage Geingob. Sanet Steenkamp, the Ministry's Executive Director, confirmed the announcement.   Meanwhile, the Information and Communication Technology minister, Emma Theofelus announced that 18 Heads of State are to attend the memorial and State Funeral services of the late President Hage Geingob, while 27 countries […]

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