insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa welcomes the Constitutional Court’s decision to lower the signature requirement for independent candidates Build One South Africa welcomes the Constitutional Court’s decision to lower the signature requirement for independent candidates to one-thousand, initiating signature collection for the elections next year. The court ruled the current Electoral Act, passed by Parliament this year, meets constitutional muster. Although respecting the decision, the party has expressed disappointment, believing it favours established political parties. BOSA commits to advocating for electoral reforms post-election, aiming for a constituency-based system, […] todayDecember 5, 2023 3
insert_link Namibia Namibia Blood Transfusion Service secures over 62 units at Grove Mall Drive The 2nd of December drive at Windhoek's Grove Mall by the Namibia Blood Transfusion Service to secure more blood for the Festive Season, saw over 62 units secured exceeding the set target of 50. Salmi Shigwedha from NamBTS expands. todayDecember 5, 2023 24
insert_link South Africa SA’s Presidency emphasised the commitment to transparency and to implement the Zondo commission’s recommendations South Africa's Presidency has released a comprehensive report detailing the implementation of actions outlined in president Cyril Ramaphosa’s response to the recommendations of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into allegations of State Capture. The report includes information on each of the 60 actions, highlighting cases now in court resulting from the commission’s investigations. The Presidency emphasised the commitment to transparency and keeping South Africans informed about the executive’s efforts to […] todayDecember 5, 2023 8
insert_link Namibia Namibia, via Husab mine, is losing over N$22 trillion Namibian dollars in tax revenue annually The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighter's Michael Saddam Amushelelo alleges that the average price of Uranium per pound is $65 USD which is N$1,209.65 per pound. On his official social media platform he adds that Namibia, via Husab mine, is losing over N$22 trillion Namibian dollars in tax revenue annually. Landless People's Movement's Lifalaza Simataa weighs in. todayDecember 5, 2023 12
insert_link Namibia Nedbank Namibia finalizes very first Nedbank Youth Summit Nedbank Namibia held the very first Nedbank Youth Summit recently. Hosted under the theme, “Bridging the Gap”, the aim of the event was to link young entrepreneurs with financial information as well as products and services which can benefit and help propel businesses within the youth segment. todayDecember 5, 2023 8
insert_link South Africa Scientists have identified proactive measures to address climate change in the Global South Scientists have identified proactive measures to address climate change in the Global South. This comes in response to a World Health Organisation report indicating that climate change is directly contributing to humanitarian emergencies, such as heatwaves, wildfires and floods. The research reveals that 3.6-billion people already live in areas experiencing high levels of climate change, leading to increased disease prevalence. Stellenbosch University researcher, Tulio de Oliveira, told eNCA that reducing […] todayDecember 5, 2023 13
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Force has officially promoted over 4 thousand officers The Namibian Police Force has officially promoted 4 682 officers and conferred new ranks, effective from 01 December 2023. The announcement was made by NamPol Inspector-General, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, in Windhoek. He said the promotions are a recognition of the officers’ commitment and dedication to national duties. He added that a promotion should not be seen as a mere decoration, or just a reward to an officer or a […] todayDecember 5, 2023 14
insert_link Namibia Neshuku calls on investors to develop Eengodi constituency Oshikoto’s Eengodi constituency councillor Protasiu Neshuku has encouraged investors and business people to come and invest or bring services to his constituency, as is it completely behind in terms of development. Neshuku while officially opening the Metsave shopping complex at Elambo village on Friday said the lack of development has resulted in the residents having to travel long distances to Omuthiya and Ondangwa to access various services. Neshuku also said […] todayDecember 4, 2023 4
insert_link South Africa Thirty-three suspected human trafficking victims were rescued from a house in Benoni, Gauteng Thirty-three suspected human trafficking victims were rescued from a house in Benoni, Gauteng, yesterday evening. KwaZulu-Natal police were tracing a suspect in connection with a kidnapping case when the 33 were discovered and rescued. One suspect has been arrested. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Robert Netshiunda, says they are looking at a possible human trafficking syndicate. todayDecember 4, 2023 8
