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China Calling on Iran to Rein in Houthi Attacks in Red Sea

A report by Reuters says China is asking officials in Iran to help rein in attacks on ships in the Red Sea by the Houthis. It adds that several meetings have taken place between the two sides in Beijing and Tehran recently. Patrick Fok reports.

26 January, 2024

Interview Transcripts

EXCLUSIVE: Reinhold Benjamin Schroeder Advocates for Homeless Rights in Khomasdal

In a poignant account, Reinhold Benjamin Schroeder sheds light on the challenges faced by the homeless community residing near the Stadium in Khomasdal. In an exclusive interview with Future Media News' Leonard Witbeen, Schroeder emphasizes the dire living conditions, lack of basic amenities, and the need for government intervention to address their plight. Living Conditions Amidst COVID-19 Uncertainty: Benjamin begins by highlighting the absence of essential facilities such as bathrooms, […]

26 January, 2024

Health / Medical

INTERVIEW: Youth Activist Lloyd Bock Discusses Poverty and Meeting with Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi on Budget Consultation

In a recent conversation, Youth Activist Lloyd Bock sheds light on the upcoming budget consultation with Iipumbu Shiimi, Namibia's Finance Minister. The discussion delved into key aspects surrounding the budget, its presentation, and the underlying motives. Here's an overview of the insightful dialogue: The discussion revolves around crucial elements such as the budget, its intended audience, and the overarching purpose. According to Lloyd, the House of IPP, in collaboration with […]

26 January, 2024

Business / Economics

South African Reserve Bank Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged, BoN Likely to Follow Suit

The South African Reserve Bank has decided to maintain the repo rate at 8.25%, with the prime lending rate at 11.75%. The Bank of Namibia, usually aligned with the SARB to uphold the currency peg, is expected to follow suit. Currently, Namibia's repo rate is at 7.75%. The BoN's upcoming monetary policy meeting on 14 February will provide further insights. Insights from Salomo Hei, Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence.

26 January, 2024

World

Japan’s Kishida faces daunting 2024 as Diet reconvenes

Japan’s parliament is reconvening on Friday with the prime minister facing a leadership challenge in the coming months. Fumio Kishida is beginning the political year with record low approval and turmoil inside the ruling party. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo.

26 January, 2024

Namibia

Namibia Statistics Agency Commences Third Phase of Post Enumeration Survey for Quality Assurance

The Namibia Statistics Agency is set to begin the Reconciliation phase, marking the third stage of the Post Enumeration Survey from February 1 to February 14, 2024. This phase aims at ensuring the quality and accuracy of enumeration data. NSA's Public Relations Officer, Mirjam Shihepo, provides details.

26 January, 2024

South Africa

Over 18-thousand South Africans living abroad have registered to vote so far

The SA Independent Electoral Commission says 18-thousand-469 South African citizens living in 101 countries have started registering to vote using the online registration portal system launched last month. The commission briefed the media on the readiness for the registration process this weekend. In 2019, about 21-thousand South Africans voted abroad. Chief Electoral Official Sy Mamabolo encourages eligible voters to check their registration status at the nearest diplomatic mission with their […]

26 January, 2024

Africa

26 January 2024 Business Highlights – The World’s Latest Economic Developments

By Leonard Witbeen Namibia Airports Company Engages Local Leaders for Airport ExpansionThe Namibia Airports Company (NAC) is in talks with traditional authorities and local leadership in the Zambezi and Kavango East regions to secure additional land for the development of modern airports. Bisey Uirab, NAC's CEO, highlighted that the current airports in the Zambezi and Kavango East regions are situated on land owned by the Ministry of Defence and Veterans […]

26 January, 2024

World

Donald Trump defends defamatory remarks in New York trial

Former US President Donald Trump says he made defamatory remarks whilst in the White House "to defend himself, his family and the Presidency." Testifying in a New York courtroom on Thursday, Mr Trump insists he didn't intend to cause harm to E Jean Carroll. He accused the author of making up a sexual abuse claim against him for financial and political reasons. But, he says, he stands by his denial […]

26 January, 2024