FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA Archives - Page 43 of 447

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:

21 October, 2024

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 […]

21 October, 2024

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 […]

21 October, 2024

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:

21 October, 2024

South Africa

South African Union Cosatu Welcomes Tabling of Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill

South African Union, Cosatu, has welcomed Mineral and Petroleum Resources minister Gwede Mantashe’s announcement of government’s intention to table the long-delayed Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill at Parliament. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says key provisions in the bill seek to improve the safety of mineworkers, and ensure all employers are held accountable for fulfilling their obligations to provide a safe work environment. He says the federation and NUM […]

21 October, 2024

Africa

Mozambican Opposition Lawyer and Official Killed in Maputo Attack

Elvino Dias, the lawyer for prominent Mozambican opposition figure Venâncio Mondlane, and Podemos party official Paulo Guambe were shot dead in Maputo. BBC Africa indicates that the two were attacked by gunmen while traveling in their car. Dias had represented Mondlane, who ran for president with Podemos in an election 10 days prior. The Center for Democracy and Human Rights condemned the killings as a "cold-blooded murder

21 October, 2024

World

US investigates leak of top secret Israel attack plans

The US is investigating the leak of highly classified documents that detail Israel's plans for a retaliatory strike on Iran. US House Speaker Mike Johnson made the announcement on Sunday that two files marked "Top Secret" had appeared online. Here's our Nick Harper reporting from Washington.

21 October, 2024

Namibia

The Landless People’s Movement Engages Opuwo Community With A Focus on Local Benefits

The Landless People's Movement recently held a public engagement meeting in Opuwo on October 19, aimed at connecting with community members and introducing their presidential candidate. This event attracted approximately 300 attendees, reflecting a strong local interest in the movement's initiatives and political programs. The party's Duminga Ndala emphasized the party's commitment to ensuring that the local population benefits from resources discovered in their regions.

21 October, 2024

South Africa

RISE Mzansi to Address Mass Shootings with Deputy President Mashatile

In S.A, RISE Mzansi president Songezo Zibi says it will raise the escalating series of mass shootings in the country with deputy president Paul Mashatile and representatives of political parties at the government of national unity's clearing House meeting scheduled for Thursday. Two unknown men shot and killed five family members and left two other injured in Bityi, Eastern Cape on Friday night. Zibi says the current emergency demands […]

21 October, 2024