insert_link World Ukraine’s Zelenskiy seeks strong reaction to North Korean involvement in war Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy wants to see a strong reaction from countries who have acknowledged that North Korea is becoming more involved in Russia's war against Ukraine. The Biden administration is looking into reports that North Korean troops are fighting for Russia. Laura Westbrook reports. todayOctober 21, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Society of Broadcast Veterans Launches Mentorship Initiative to Support Emerging Media Talent The Society of Broadcast Veterans has launched an initiative aimed at mentoring and inspiring the younger generation, media personalities, and aspiring journalists. The launch event drew attendance from community members, tertiary institutions, educational organizations, and media practitioners, emphasizing the SBV's mission to preserve the legacy of broadcasting professionals and support emerging talent in the dynamic media landscape.Kolie van Coller the Founder of the Society. todayOctober 21, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Crime Report Indicates Fatal Discovery in Okahandja and Stock Theft in Okakarara NamPol's Crime report indicates that in Okahandja, a 28-year-old Congolese refugee, Jean James Kiala, was found dead in his rental home on October 18, after being missing for three days. His co-tenants discovered the body due to a foul odor and notified the police; a postmortem will determine the cause of death. Meanwhile, in Okakarara, a 25-year-old Namibian male was arrested for unlawfully slaughtering three goats valued at N$4,500 from […] todayOctober 21, 2024 14
insert_link Opinion Pieces Turning Aspirations into Action: A Renewed UN-Namibia Partnership to Reduce Inequality and Empower Youth By Hopolang Phororo Just less than six years until the expiration of Agenda 2030 on Sustainable Development, wars and conflicts are raging, climate change is taking its toll, and we are faced with so much uncertainty, but hope remains. A month ago, the Pact for the Future was adopted at the General Assembly, setting a vision for multilateralism so that the world can deliver on its promises. Some are […] todayOctober 21, 2024 29
insert_link Local SPEAKER HON. PROF. PETER H. KATJAVIVI TO VISIT CUBA ON BILATERAL PARLIAMENTARY MISSION Havana, Cuba – 19 October 2024 – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter H. Katjavivi, has arrived in Cuba, leading a multi-party parliamentary delegation on a week-long official visit from 20 to 26 October 2024. Upon his arrival, Hon. Prof. Katjavivi was received by Ana María Mari Machado, Vice President of the National Assembly of the People’s Power of Cuba. This visit, at the invitation of H.E. […] todayOctober 21, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party In S.A Emphasizes Collaboration for Stability in Tshwane In S.A, the GOOD party in Tshwane says the ability of the new executive to work collaboratively is essential to bring stability to the capital, improve service delivery and maintain financial recovery. The GOOD party's Sarah Mabotsa says the it will be working within the new Tshwane Mayoral Committee to ensure they revitalise the city for the benefit of all residents: todayOctober 21, 2024 7
insert_link World Trump Works McDonald’s Drive-Through, Takes Jab at Harris’ College Job Claim Former U.S President Donald Trump served food at a McDonald's drive-through in Pennsylvania as part of his campaign on Sunday. He used the opportunity to question Vice President Kamala Harris' claim that she worked at McDonald's during college. Trump humorously remarked that his brief stint at the fast-food chain had already surpassed Harris' time there, surprising drivers by handing out fries. Meanwhile, Harris spent her 60th birthday […] todayOctober 21, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics 21 October 2024 Morning Biz News: October Highlights and Financial Indicators In October, Pupkewitz Megabuild reported a significant year-on-year decline in its basket value, setting it apart among the four major hardware stores in Windhoek, as noted in The Brief survey. The store experienced a 15.25% decrease in basket value compared to October 2023, although there was a slight month-on-month increase of 0.15%. In global economic news, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that the BRICS group is expected to lead […] todayOctober 21, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics Windhoek Approves 1,423 Building Plans in this year Despite Slight Decline in Units The City of Windhoek has approved 1,423 building plans so far this year, totaling N$1.62 billion, according to the latest data. IJG Securities reports that this reflects a 1.9% decrease of 27 units compared to the same period last year. However, the overall value of the approvals has experienced a notable increase of 56.7%. Here's the local authority's Lydia Amutenya: todayOctober 21, 2024 20