insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Police minister Senzo Mchunu has committed to enhancing police visibility South Africa's Police minister Senzo Mchunu has committed to enhancing police visibility and resources in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape, following last week's mass shooting which claimed 18 lives. The Police Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with local communities to combat crime and restore peace and security. During his visit to the victims' families, Mchunu expressed his shock and condolences, acknowledging the community's grief: todayOctober 2, 2024 19
insert_link World UN Chief calls for ceasefire following Lebanon escalation United Nations chief António Guterres is calling for an immediate ceasefire following Israel's ground offensive in Lebanon on Tuesday. The secretary general is "extremely concerned" with the escalation of the conflict, according to his spokesperson. This came just as a senior White House official told media that the US has indications Iran wass preparing to "imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel". Sally Patterson reports from New York, where […] todayOctober 2, 2024 9
insert_link Business / Economics 2 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia’s Business Landscape: Awards, Financial Highlights, and Global Trends Namibia Investment Promotion Board Recognized in Global Awards The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board has been named runner-up in the 2024 World Trade Promotion Organisation Awards, organized by the International Trade Centre. The board received this honor in the category of "Best Initiative to Ensure that Trade is Inclusive and Sustainable" for its Know2Grow High Potential Pool Programme. This innovative program is designed to assist small businesses in competing […] todayOctober 2, 2024 21
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia Governor Announces Instant Payments in 2025 Governor Johannes !Gawaxab of the Bank of Namibia delivered a public lecture at the University of Namibia titled "Modernising Namibia’s Financial Landscape for a Prosperous Future." He outlined the introduction of fast payments, or instant payments, allowing real-time fund transfers 24/7, set to launch in September 2025. The regulator's, Josefina Oskar . todayOctober 2, 2024 38
insert_link Namibia Iran Launches Unprecedented Missile Attack on Israel As Namibia Urges Restraint Iran has initiated an unprecedented missile assault on Israel, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing violence and tensions in the region. Al Jazeera reports that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced on Tuesday that the missile strikes were in retaliation for lethal Israeli operations targeting individuals in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as the assassinations of prominent leaders from the IRGC, Hamas, and Hezbollah. Ambassador Penda Naanda: Executive Director […] todayOctober 2, 2024 19
insert_link World Japan’s Ishiba holds first talks with Biden Japan’s new prime minister has held his first phone call with the US President. Shigeru Ishiba told Joseph Biden he wants to strengthen the countries’ alliance. Our Chris Gilbert has more from Tokyo. todayOctober 2, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Weather Service forecasts a La Niña event this December and January South Africa's Weather Service forecasts a La Niña event this December and January, bringing above-average rainfall to the southern region. Lead scientist Christien Engelbrecht warns of a potential summer heatwave, urging South Africans to stay hydrated to prevent heat-related fatalities. She warns of high temperatures expected across the country during this period: todayOctober 2, 2024 31
insert_link Business / Economics GIPF Announces Tax Relief Refunds for Pensioners and Beneficiaries The Government Institutions Pension Fund has confirmed that tax-paying pensioners, as well as spousal and child beneficiaries, will receive their tax relief refunds on 28 November. This is in line with the provisions of the Income Tax Amendment Act, ensuring that eligible recipients benefit from the updated tax regulations.. General Manager, Marketing and Stakeholder Engagement at the GIPF: Edwin Tjiramba todayOctober 2, 2024 60
insert_link South Africa The DA says it opposes any proposed increases to South Africa’s national minimum wage In S.A. the DA says it opposes any proposed increases to South Africa’s national minimum wage, as it will only worsen the country’s already extremely high unemployment rate. Monday marked the final opportunity for stakeholders to submit their written comments on potential changes to the national minimum wage. The DA’s, Michael Bagraim, says maintaining the current minimum wage level strikes a necessary balance between protecting existing workers and opening the […] todayOctober 1, 2024 14