insert_link World US VP announces ‘fight for reproductive freedoms’ tour US Vice President Kamala Harris is set to begin a nationwide tour focused on abortion rights in January, her office has announced. The "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour will include events across the country, beginning in the state of Wisconsin. Abortion access is set to become a key issue in next year's general election. Sally Patterson has more. todayDecember 20, 2023 45
insert_link 2 Namibia Otjinene Village Council service 17 plots in 2023 Otjinene's Village Council has been able to service only 17 plots amounting to N$1.7 million in the main area of the village due to financial constraints. Sylvester Kavita, the village council chairperson, revealed in an interview with Nampa on Monday that the limited funding has hindered their capacity to develop more plots, as the process of servicing plots requires substantial capital. Kavita further highlighted that Otjinene has managed to attract […] todayDecember 20, 2023 33 2
insert_link South Africa An SA political expert says reconciliation and unity has been undermined by state failure SA Political analyst and associate professor at Wits School of Governance, William Gumede, says reconciliation and unity in South Africa have been undermined by state failures and corruption. His comments were made as the country commemorated Reconciliation Day under the theme ‘Strengthening Unity and Social Cohesion.’ Gumede expressed concern that leaders are not governing in the interests of South Africans. todayDecember 18, 2023 6
insert_link World Biden campaign touts stock market gains The US markets have experienced a notable streak, registering gains for seven consecutive weeks. Capitalizing on this rally, President Joe Biden aims to bolster voter confidence in the economy as the nation approaches a crucial election year. Providing details on this matter, Ira Spitzer delivers the report. todayDecember 18, 2023 11
insert_link South Africa ANC secretary-general says the party’s lawyers have been instructed to take legal action after the registration of uMkhonto weSizwe ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has stated that the party's legal representatives have been directed to pursue legal action following the registration of uMkhonto weSizwe as a political movement. Mbalula stressed that the name is the property of the ANC as a military structure within the organization. Simultaneously, an unnamed member of the national executive committee has raised concerns about former President Jacob Zuma's actions and remarks, noting them as divisive […] todayDecember 18, 2023
insert_link Namibia Erongo region’s roadblocks spots traffic infringements over the weekend The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund collected over N$1.6 million for the Festive Road Safety Campaign, which began on November 17 and extends until January 15. Several corporate entities pledged these funds, aiming to support road safety measures and ultimately decrease road fatalities. Providing an update on this weekend's activities in Erongo is Sydney Boois from the Roads Authority. todayDecember 18, 2023 29
insert_link Namibia Help4Nam organisation engages in acts of giving. As Christmas approaches rapidly and the year nears its end, various organizations are engaging in acts of giving. The Help4Nam project recently visited Katutura Intermediate State Hospital, the country's largest referral health facility. Celeste Allies from the charity shared insights about the visit. todayDecember 18, 2023 33
insert_link Namibia Landless People’s Movement recently elected its top leadership The Landless People's Movement recently elected its top leadership, comprising six individuals who will steer the party for the upcoming year's elections. Duminga Ndala from the party shares insights about the elected leadership. todayDecember 18, 2023 13
insert_link World New York Republicans choose candidate to replace George Santos In New York, Republicans have selected a candidate to succeed George Santos, the embroiled former United States Representative facing numerous criminal charges, including wire fraud and identity theft, despite maintaining his plea of not guilty. Santos was recently ousted from Congress earlier this month. Reporting from New York, Sally Patterson provides updates on this development. todayDecember 18, 2023 13