insert_link Namibia ||Kharas Governor Calls for Inclusive TVET Reforms ||Kharas Region Governor, Aletha Frederick, at a consultative meeting in Keetmanshoop organized by the Namibia Training Authority, emphasized the need for a responsive and inclusive education system. She advocated for the development of formal pathways in the technical, vocational, education, and training sector to better align with labor market demands and ensure equitable access to quality education for all Namibians, including marginalized communities. NTA TVET Standard Manager Amon Haufiku pointed […] todayAugust 1, 2024 12
insert_link World Alleged 9/11 mastermind to accept plea deal The Pentagon says the man accused of plotting the September 11th terror attacks has agreed to a plea deal, along with two accomplices. Khalid Sheikh Muhammad has spent nearly two decades in pretrial detention at the Guantanamo Bay military prison. Ira Spitzer reports. todayAugust 1, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa Gauteng premier announced the implementation of various units to protect the province’s infrastructure In S.A, Gauteng premier, Panyaza Lesufi has announced the implementation of various units to protect the province's infrastructure. Delivering his budget vote for the Safety and Security Department, Lesufi announced the establishment of an anti-land invasion unit and a unit protecting Eskom and Rand Water infrastructure. In addition, he also announced the implementation of an anti-cable theft unit and an anti-construction mafias unit: todayAugust 1, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Naita Hishoono: Active Political Participation Essential for Stronger Democracy Naita Hishoono, Executive Director of the Namibia Institute For Democracy, emphasized the importance of Namibians actively participating in politics to strengthen the country's democracy. She shared this insight during a recent interview with One Africa TV. todayAugust 1, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics Fed keeps rates unchanged The Federal Reserve has left interest rates unchanged at its two-day meeting, but suggested a September rate cut could be on the cards. The central bank said inflation was getting closer to its 2% target, but there's still work to do. Sally Patterson reports from New York. todayAugust 1, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Minister Christine //Hoebes Urges Voter Registration Ahead of November Elections Minister in the Presidency Christine //Hoebes has called on all eligible voters to register for the upcoming November elections. She made this appeal during her address at the official opening of the Eenhana Expo. todayAugust 1, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa Freedom Front Plus Warns of National Security Threat After 95 Libyan Nationals Arrested in S.A In S.A, the Freedom Front Plus warns of a national security threat after 95 Libyan nationals were arrested for alleged military training at a private camp in White River, Mpumalanga. They criticise the government's inaction, especially after South Africa was grey-listed by the Financial Action Task Force for failing to address money laundering and terrorism. Party leader, Pieter Groenewald urges immediate action to prevent the country from becoming a terrorist […] todayAugust 1, 2024 10
insert_link Africa Kenya’s Court of Appeal Declares 2023 Finance Law Unconstitutional Kenya's Court of Appeal ruled on Wednesday that the government's 2023 finance law is unconstitutional, dealing a setback to President William Ruto's administration reports Reuters. This decision follows the government's withdrawal of this year's finance bill amid violent protests. Finance bills, introduced annually to parliament, outline the government's strategies for revenue generation, including tax increases and new levies. todayAugust 1, 2024 6
insert_link World US says it has no independent confirmation of Ismail Haniyeh death The United States told a UN Security Council meeting on Wednesday that it has no independent confirmation as to Hamas's claims regarding Ismail Haniyeh death. An emergency session of the council was added to the schedule following the killing of Haniyeh in Iran as fears are mounting of possible regional escalation. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayAugust 1, 2024 15
