insert_link World Trump and Harris take to key swing state, three weeks out from election There are three weeks to go until Americans head to the polls — and Donald Trump and Kamala Harris remain locked in a dead heat. The former US President, and current Vice-President, are hot on each other's heels, hosting duelling events in the battleground state of Pennsylvania, where the election may be won or lost. On the ground for us is Benji Hyer: todayOctober 15, 2024 20
insert_link Africa World Bank Lowers Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Forecast to 3% Amid Sudan Crisis The World Bank announced on Monday that it has reduced its economic growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa this year to 3%, down from 3.4%, largely due to the impact of Sudan's civil war on its economy. Reuters says, nevertheless, growth is anticipated to exceed last year's 2.4% rate, driven by increased private consumption and investment, according to the bank's latest regional economic outlook report, Africa's Pulse. Andrew Dabalen, the World […] todayOctober 15, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Legal Assistance Centre Weighs In On Seven Convicted in Caprivi Treason Case Sentenced After Decades in Custody Seven men convicted in Namibia’s longest-running Caprivi treason trial were sentenced to prison terms ranging from five to 16 years on Monday for their involvement in attempting to secede the Zambezi region. The trial, which spanned decades, involved 132 individuals charged with 278 offenses, including high treason and murder, related to the Caprivi conflict between 1992 and 2002. According to reports, the men had already spent over 20 years in […] todayOctober 15, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa SA Zionist Federation Calls on Government to Oppose Renaming of Sandton Drive After Leila Khaled The South African Zionist Federation has urged the Department of International Relations and Cooperation to intervene against the proposed renaming of Sandton Drive after Palestinian politician Leila Khaled. They believe this change violates the Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Act because Khaled is associated with a group classified as a terrorist organisation by the United States. The federation’s spokesperson, Rolene Marks, urges DIRCO to object to the proposal before Friday's deadline: […] todayOctober 15, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Vows to Hold Minister Thembi Simelane Accountable in Parliament Over VBS Bank Saga ActionSA says it’s determined to hold minister of Justice Thembi Simelane accountable in Parliament for her involvement in the VBS Mutual Bank saga. The party has reaffirmed its commitment to exposing cover-ups by members of the government of national unity to conceal corruption and ensure their coalition’s success. In a media briefing, ActionSA’s Athol Trollip remains steadfast in ensuring corrupt leaders are held to account to restore public trust […] todayOctober 15, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia NUST Chairman Urges Graduates to Tackle National Challenges, Emphasizes Values and Impact Dr. Leake S. Hangala, Chairman of the University of Science and Technology Council, spoke at the university’s recent graduation ceremony, emphasizing the importance of education in Namibia's development. He highlighted NUST’s commitment to innovation and research and urged graduates to address national challenges like unemployment, inequality, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Hangala also encouraged graduates to reflect on both their career contributions and their personal values, noting that true success is […] todayOctober 15, 2024 11
insert_link World Details Emerge About Arrest of Man with Cache of Weapons Near Trump Rally on the West Coast More details are emerging about the man arrested with a cache of weapons near a Donald Trump rally on America's West Coast over the weekend. A California Sheriff says he "truly believes" his officers prevented a third assassinaton attempt on Donald Trump. Mitch McCann reports: todayOctober 15, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia INTERVIEW: Rinaani Musutua Calls for Universal Basic Income Grant Amid UN Report on Extreme Poverty Prominent social activist Rinaani Musutua has strongly criticized the Namibian government's decision to extend the Harambe grant, which provides a conditional N$600 monthly allowance to select recipients. Musutua argues that this approach mirrors the failed food bank concept, as highlighted by the Auditor General, due to difficulties in identifying intended beneficiaries. Musutua emphasized that the extension, which excludes communities like Huachanas, will lead to an administrative burden, high costs, […] todayOctober 14, 2024 33
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya on Gerrit Witbooi’s Return to SWAPO from the Landless People’s Movement In recent weeks, political dynamics in Namibia have been stirred by Gerrit Witbooi's decision to rejoin the SWAPO Party after his tenure with the Landless People's Movement (LPM). This move has sparked discussions among political analysts, including Ndumba Kamwanya, who offers an insightful perspective on the implications of such political shifts. Kamwanya emphasizes that the wave of individuals returning to SWAPO signals more than just a change in allegiance; […] todayOctober 14, 2024 13