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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA

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Environment

The Environmental Investment Fund and NORED Launch Solar Mini-Grid Project in Puros Under TIDRET Initiative

The Environmental Investment Fund  and the Northern Electricity Distributor have agreed to build a 300kV solar mini-grid in Puros, Kunene Region says The Brief. This initiative, part of the Towards an Inclusive Design of the Renewable Energy Transition project, will supply energy to 164 households and around 500 people. Scheduled to start in October 2024 and finish in about six months, NORED will oversee the plant and implement a social […]

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Namibia

National Prosecuting Authority of South Africa Opposes Zuma’s Bid to Remove Prosecutor Downer from Corruption Case

The National Prosecuting Authority of South Africa has submitted a notice of intention to oppose former president Jacob Zuma’s latest application to have state prosecutor Billy Downer removed from his arms deal corruption case. Zuma is due back in the Pietermaritzburg High Court today for what is meant to be a pretrial hearing in the case. However, the hearing is likely to be delayed as the former president’s legal team […]

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Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Gobabis Community to Stage Mass Demonstration Against Municipal Injustices

  The Gobabis community is set to stage a mass protest, driven by longstanding grievances over social and economic injustices perpetuated by the local municipality. The protest, spearheaded by Veronia Mokaleng-Kuzeeko, a regional activist, will see community members gather to demand accountability and improved services from the Gobabis municipality. During a conversation, the activist outlined the issues prompting the demonstration. "The water infrastructure in Gobabis is severely compromised, with regular […]

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South Africa

South Africa’s Public Works Minister Reveals 338 Hijacked Government Buildings Nationwide

S.A Public Works and Infrastructure minister Dean MacPherson has revealed that 338 government-owned buildings have been hijacked nationwide. These properties have been illegally occupied, impacting government operations and public services. Recently, one building in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal, was successfully reclaimed. In a media briefing, MacPherson said the department is working to reclaim these buildings, prevent further hijackings, and protect state assets:  

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World

Use of force by police in U.S remains widespread

New analysis shows police in the US use force on at least 300,000 people each year, leaving around one third of them with injuries. Researchers behind the findings, first reported by the Guardian, say use of force remains widespread. That's despite worldwide protests against police brutality following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. Here's our Sally Patterson with more.  

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Business / Economics

Namibians Need N$36,000 Monthly to Qualify for N$1-Million Home Loan, Reveals Affordability Crisis

Salomo Hei, Economist and Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence, has highlighted that Namibians need a monthly income of N$36,000 to secure a N$1-million home loan, exposing the worsening affordability crisis in the country reports The Brief. Hei attributes the steep cost of housing to the sharply rising price of land. He also noted that high interest rates and restricted access to financing have made homeownership increasingly unattainable for many. […]

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South Africa

Uncertainty Surrounds ActionSA’s Position Ahead of No Confidence Vote Against Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink

In S.A, the ANC’s motion of no confidence against Tshwane mayor Cilliers Brink will be on council's agenda this week, with the vote scheduled for today. Uncertainty remains about ActionSA’s stance, whether they will align with the ANC or stay with the DA-led coalition. Brink has stressed the importance of stable governance in the city:  

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Africa

Over 31 Million Nigerians Face Acute Food Shortages Amid Security Challenges and Subsidy Removal

The Nigerian government reported that over 31.8 million Nigerians are facing acute food shortages due to ongoing security issues and the removal of fuel subsidies, according to CNBCAfrica. This figure marks a significant rise from the 18.6 million reported by the U.N. World Food Programme in late 2023. The worsening crisis has led to increased malnutrition, especially among women and children.

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