insert_link Namibia Warning Issued by Ondonga Traditional Authority Regarding Crop Damage Frans Enkali, spokesperson for the Ondonga Traditional Authority, has issued a stern warning to residents with domestic animals in their communities. He emphasized the importance of preventing these animals from causing harm or destroying crops and urged residents to take responsibility for their care. Enkali highlighted that the traditional authority has observed instances where subsistence farmers allow their animals to roam freely without supervision, particularly during the rainy season. He […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa ActionSA is set to announce its nominee for the City of Tshwane’s deputy mayor position ActionSA is set to announce its nominee for the City of Tshwane’s deputy mayor position today. The announcement is expected to be made by the party’s national chairperson, Michael Beaumont. ActionSA’s spokesperson, Samkelo Mgobozi, says they have consistently been advocating for the need for a deputy mayor to ensure that the principles of co-governance were applied. today15 January, 2024
insert_link World Rahul Gandhi launches second pan-India march ahead of elections Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has launched another pan-India march, this one beginning from the riot-hit state of Manipur, where he accused Prime Minister Modi of letting down the people of the region. More than 180 people have been killed in the violence that first started there in May last year. Mr Gandhi plans to cover more than 6000 kilometers over 66 days spanning the breadth of the country from […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa A Unisa lecturer says South Africa made a compelling case against Israel University of South Africa lecturer, Mametlwe Sebei, says South Africa’s legal team beyond a shadow of a doubt, made a compelling case for genocide against Israel at the International Court of Justice. South Africa submitted a request to the court that Israel’s military assault on Gaza transgressed its obligations under the 1948 Genocide Convention. Israel has denied this. Sebei says South Africa’s case was based on facts and the principles […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia A Tragic Incident: 17-Year-Old Allegedly Commits Suicide in Oshikoto Region In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 17-year-old boy named Shatiwa Tuhafeni Nghifilenga reportedly took his own life at Onanke village in the Oshikoto Region. The Namibian Police Force disclosed the incident in a recent crime report, revealing the devastating circumstances surrounding the young boy's death. According to the police report, the tragic incident occurred on Thursday at around 3am Nghifilenga was discovered hanging from the roof of his bedroom, […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts Excitement and Anticipation as Namibian Schools Begin a New Academic Year Our team spoke with the Education ministry's Executive Director-Sanet Steenkamp for her message on this, the very first day of school for 2024. Here is the full interview. As the new academic year kicks off in Namibia, the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture expresses its utmost delight in welcoming the eager faces of pre-grade and grade one students who are stepping into the world of formal education for the […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia Footsteps For Africa Founder, Austin Cameron, Unveils Newly Renovated Hostel at Eros Girls’ School On Friday, Austin Cameron, the Founder of Footsteps For Africa, revealed the newly renovated hostel at Eros Girls' School. The renovation, costing N$1 million, was spearheaded by Footsteps For Africa in collaboration with their generous donors. Jordania Andima, Footsteps For Africa's country representative, shared insights into the project's completion process during the unveiling ceremony in the capital. Andima explained that they visited the school in January, discussing potential projects with […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa The DA in South Africa says last year’s special remission process was a disguise to release Jacob Zuma The DA in South Africa says it is shocked at the number of criminals who have reoffended since being released in terms of president Cyril Ramaphosa’s special remission process last year. Former president Jacob Zuma along with 16-thousand-472 inmates were released in a process from August until November, in a bid to reduce overcrowding in prisons. Ninety-seven of those released have been rearrested. The DA’s, Janho Engelbrecht, says it is […] today15 January, 2024
insert_link World China’s condemned the United States and other foreign countries that congratulated William Lai China's condemned the United States and other foreign countries that congratulated William Lai for winning the Taiwan presidential election at the weekend. Beijing has never ruled the democratic island of 24 million people but says it is part of Communist China and refuses to rule out a military attack to unite it with the mainland. Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong. today15 January, 2024
