insert_link Namibia Biden Steps Down as Democratic Presidential Candidate, Sparking Local Debate U.S. President, Joseph Biden has withdrawn from his position as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate, bringing significant attention to issues of age, cognitive ability, and global leadership. Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas comments on the implications of Biden’s decision for the upcoming election and its impact on international perceptions of American leadership. todayJuly 22, 2024 20
insert_link World Biden expected to address the nation after dropping out of the 2024 race Current U.S president, Joseph Biden, is expected to speak to the nation later this week after he announced he was dropping out of the 2024 Presidential race and endorsing his Vice President Kamala Harris.In a statement Mr Biden said he said the decision was made "in the best interest of my party and the country". Nick Harper sent us this report from Joe Biden's home state of Delaware where the […] todayJuly 22, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Founding President Nujoma Hospitalized And Recovering Well Founding President, Sam Nujoma has been hospitalized as a routine precaution due to an infection, given his advanced age, but is recuperating well, according to a joint statement by his physician Dr. Tshalli Iithete and senior assistant Paul Shipale. They confirmed that Nujoma is under the care of a competent medical team and expressed satisfaction with his strong recovery. They also called on Namibians to embrace Nujoma’s message of unity […] todayJuly 22, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia Luderitz Mayor Expresses Joy At Miss Namibia Event In His town With the Miss Namibia pageant ending this past weekend, the //Kharas town of Luderitz was surely abuzz with people and activities, not to mention the nation's attention on the pageant progress. Mayor Phillipus Balhao shared his sentiment. Future Media extends its congratulations to all 10 contestants and the winner: Prisca Anyolo.Namibi todayJuly 22, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa ANC’s secretary-general criticises opposition parties for accusing the ANC of selling out South Africans In South Africa, ANC's secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula has criticised opposition parties for accusing the ANC of selling out South Africans after forming a government of national unity. Mbalula stated the ANC mandate remains to be committed to representing the interests of South Africans. He emphasised the ANC retained key portfolios and is willing to collaborate with other parties: todayJuly 22, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Calls for Tangible Support from International Bodies During UNDP Visit President, Nangolo Mbumba has called on international organizations to shift their focus from merely providing advice to offering tangible resources that address real-world challenges. During a visit by UNDP resident representative, Alka Bhatia to State House, Mbumba emphasized the need for international bodies to collaborate in solving problems that people can directly benefit from. He criticized the tendency to offer only advisory support and soft loans, stressing the need for […] todayJuly 19, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Reacts to President Ramaphosa’s Address with Mixed Optimism and Criticism ActionSA says Ramaphosa’s address offered up a mixture of cautious optimism and critical scepticism. The party’s Parliamentary leader, Athol Trollip, says the language and policies in the president’s speech reflect what ActionSA has advocated for years, including maintaining state infrastructure and employing competent, qualified personnel. He says however that there were glaring omissions of critical issues: todayJuly 19, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa IFP Leader Welcomes Ramaphosa’s Commitment to Aid Struggling Municipalities In S.A, IFP leader and minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, says he welcomes president Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment that struggling municipalities will be assisted. Delivering his opening of Parliament address in Cape Town yesterday evening, the president said the government is committed to bringing stability to governance in metros and restoring delivery services. Hlabisa says dysfunctional municipalities will be turned around: todayJuly 19, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Cabinet Secretary Urges Public Service Officers to Focus on Implementing Government Policies Cabinet Secretary, George Simataa has called on accounting officers and public service implementers to prioritize the implementation of government policies, plans, and projects. Addressing chief regional officers from all 14 regions during an engagement meeting hosted by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology in the Oshikoto Region, Simataa stressed that their role is to advise and assist in policy formulation rather than creating policies. He highlighted the importance of […] todayJuly 19, 2024 19
