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Blacklisting Recommended for Company Accused of Tender Irregularities

The Finance and Public Enterprises ministry review panel has recommended that the Oshakati Town Council apply for the blacklisting of Truth Investments CC, a company accused of using false certificates to secure a N$7.3-million road upgrading tender. The company, owned by Jafet Mvula, allegedly submitted false documents to win the tender in August last year. The review panel's order, dated December 4, 2023, advises the council to apply for the […]

20 February, 2024

World

Two police officers and paramedic dead in Minnesota shooting

Two police officers and a paramedic have been killed and another officer injured in a shooting in the US state of Minnesota after responding to an incident at a family home. The gunman, who was barricaded inside his Burnsville home with seven children, opened fire as officers tried to negotiate with him.

20 February, 2024

South Africa

EFF in Gauteng Criticizes Premier Lesufi for Unfulfilled Promises

The Economic Freedom Fighters in Gauteng has accused Premier Panyaza Lesufi of failing to deliver on promises made to the province's residents. The party claims that commitments, such as accelerating economic recovery, combating crime, improving living conditions, and reducing unemployment, remain unfulfilled. The EFF is demanding a comprehensive update on last year's promises, especially regarding the high unemployment rate and increasing crime levels. Nkululeko Dunga of the EFF invites residents […]

20 February, 2024

Namibia

Northern Traditional Authorities Laud President Geingob’s Legacy

Ndilimani Herman Iipumbu, the chairperson of northern traditional authorities, has praised President Hage Geingob as a liberation struggle icon and an experienced leader who fostered unity without discrimination. Speaking at a special regional memorial service at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre, Iipumbu highlighted Geingob's role in implementing land rights and empowering traditional authority leaders, with emphasis on direct reporting and immediate feedback. Additionally, he commended Geingob's efforts to prevent tribalism […]

19 February, 2024

World

Potential breakthrough in talks between protesting farmers and Indian government.

Protesting farm unions in India have extended the pause on their protest for another two days, after a fourth round of talks with central ministers offered the potential of a breakthrough. For a week, thousands of farmers have been held off from marching to New Delhi in the north Indian region of Punjab. Last week farmers clashed with security officials, who used tear gas shells to stop the farmers 200 […]

19 February, 2024

Namibia

Tragic Gender-Based Violence Incident Highlights Victim’s Stance

Helen Onesimus, the woman allegedly stabbed to death by her husband in Rocky Crest, Windhoek, last week, had expressed strong opinions on gender-based violence (GBV). Onesmus, now a victim of suspected GBV, had previously shared a post on social media in 2019 condemning the normalization of abuse by some men. The post emphasized that violence escalating to murder should not be labeled as "passion killing" as there is nothing passionate […]

19 February, 2024

South Africa

South Africa’s Land Restitution Program Evaluation Unveiled

South Africa's Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development, Thoko Didiza, is set to present the findings of the land restitution evaluation study on financial compensation paid to beneficiaries today. This evaluation is a crucial component of the government's Land Restitution Programme. Reggie Ngcobo, the department's spokesperson, highlights that the insights derived from this evaluation will play a key role in shaping policy formulation and programmatic interventions moving forward.

19 February, 2024

World

White House Blames fall of Avdiivka on dwindling ammunition and “congressional inaction”

The White House says Russian forces were able to capture the strategically critical town of Avdiivka because the Ukranians are running out of ammunition and it blamed Congress for failing to agree on a new round of funding. The fall of the town of Avdiivka in Ukraine's Donbas region is seen as Russia's biggest victory since last year's capture of Bakhmut. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

19 February, 2024

Namibia

Namibia’s Presidential Succession Raises Questions

Following Nangolo Mbumba's swearing-in as president on February 4th, questions have emerged regarding whether he is the acting or fourth president of Namibia. Mbumba assumed the position after the passing of President Hage Geingob on the same day. The issue has sparked discussions on social media, despite Mbumba being the fourth person to take the oath to act or serve as president. Namibia faced this situation a decade after amending […]

19 February, 2024