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FUTURE MEDIA NAMIBIA

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Namibia

Viral Videos Spark Outrage Over South West Africa Peoples’s Organization Rally Food Distribution

Two viral social media videos show organizers of the South West Africa People's Organization tossing food to attendees at a rally in Walvis Bay. The footage has ignited nationwide debate, with critics accusing the ruling SWAPO party of disrespecting citizens' dignity. Rinaani Musutua from the Basic Income Grant Coalition also voiced concerns, adding to the growing criticism of SWAPO's handling of the event.  

today23 September, 2024

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Namibia

Government Needs National Fertiliser Strategy to Boost Agricultural Competitiveness

Emma Haiyambo, Director of Research at the Bank of Namibia, has called for a national fertiliser production strategy to reduce the country’s reliance on costly imports reports The Brief. She explained that local fertiliser production would lower costs, making high-quality inputs more accessible to farmers and improving agricultural productivity. Haiyambo emphasized that Namibia's dependence on foreign fertilisers hinders its ability to compete in global markets. A domestic fertiliser industry could […]

today23 September, 2024

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World

EU pledges 35 billion Euro loan to Ukraine

The European Union has announced a roughly 39 billion dollar loan to Ukraine funded by profits from Russia's frozen assets. This payment is the EU's contribution to a 50 billion dollar plan agreed upon by G7 nations over the summer. William Denselow reports from Brussels.  

today23 September, 2024

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South Africa

N3 Toll Route Closed to Incoming Traffic Due to 30km Backlog Near S.A’s Van Reenen’s Pass

In S.A, the N3 Toll Concession says the N3 Toll Route remains closed to incoming traffic between Tugela Plaza in KwaZulu-Natal and Harrismith in Free State. Chief operating manager Thania Dhoogra says there was a 30-kilometres backlog of vehicles attempting to make their way from Harrismith towards Van Reenen's Pass. Incoming traffic could not be accommodated on the pass at the time as it added more pressure to the already […]

today23 September, 2024

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Namibia

World Food Programme has launched an urgent appeal for N$228 million to address Namibia’s growing food insecurity crisis

The World Food Programme has launched an urgent appeal for N$228 million to address Namibia’s growing food insecurity crisis. According to a release by the WFP, while N$17.57 million has already been secured, it still requires 93% of the total N$228 million to fully implement the program and alleviate the escalating hunger crisis. The Basic Income Grant Coalition's Rinaani Musutua weighs in on hunger in the country.  

today23 September, 2024

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World

Typhoon Shanshan brings downpours to central Japan

Authorities in Japan are urging people to remain vigilant as Tropical Storm Shanshan moves over country. It was downgraded from a ‘typhoon’ on Thursday but is still bringing deluges heightening the risk of flooding and landslides. The storm has resulted in four deaths and 94 injuries so far. Reporting for us from Tokyo is Chris Gilbert.  

today30 August, 2024

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Namibia

NAMFISA Reports N$1.24 Billion in Medical Aid Claims for Q1 2024

NAMFISA reveals that medical aid funds disbursed N$1.24 billion in claims during the first quarter of 2024, reflecting a 12% increase from the previous quarter but a 2.5% decrease year-on-year. Non-healthcare expenses decreased by 2.8% from the previous quarter but rose 3.7% annually, with administration costs remaining the highest contributor. The industry’s total assets grew by 4.1% quarter-on-quarter and 8.6% year-on-year to N$2.2 billion, while liabilities fell by 4.1% from […]

today30 August, 2024

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South Africa

South Africa Launches Digital Visa Waiver Delivery for Zimbabwe Exemption Permit Holders

The Department of Home Affairs in S.A has initiated the digital delivery of visa waiver outcomes via email, starting with Zimbabwe Exemption Permit holders. This move is part of the department's digital transformation efforts to enhance service efficiency and reduce corruption. Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber says the digital process aims to clear a significant permitting backlog of over 306-thousand applications and will eventually extend to other visa applicants:  

today30 August, 2024