insert_link World First commercial space walk expected later today Four private citizens are set to make history later today as they launch into space on a mission that is expected to include the first commercial space walk. The risky endeavor which involves two crew members venturing outside on a tether, has previously only been conducted by government astronauts. Corresponding for us from the US is Kate Fisher: todayAugust 27, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia More And More Political Parties Criticize President Mbumba’s Development Urgency Call Various political parties, beyond the PDM and IPC, are voicing opposition to President Nangolo Mbumba's recent call for urgent wealth and job creation for Namibians, especially youth. During the Heroes Day commemoration in Omuthiya, Mbumba stressed the need for accelerated development efforts, but his remarks have sparked criticism from several quarters. Landless People's Movement's Ivan Skrywer: todayAugust 27, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Herbert Jauch Calls for Rethink on Namibia’s Oil and Gas Strategy Activist, Herbert Jauch, has called for a fundamental reassessment of Namibia’s approach to oil and gas exploration. In a recent discussion, Jauch emphasized that the use of the country’s natural resources should benefit all Namibians, not just a select few, and warned against continuing with oil and gas extraction given the current global context. todayAugust 27, 2024 14
insert_link Africa DRC Faces Delays in Mpox Vaccine Delivery Amidst New Virus Variant Spread The Democratic Republic of Congo no longer expects its first delivery of mpox vaccines this week, as it battles a new virus variant that has spread beyond its borders reports Al Jazeera. Despite promises from the U.S. and Japan, the vaccines are delayed, while the World Health Organization has declared mpox a global public health emergency. todayAugust 27, 2024 13
insert_link World Trump Casts Doubt on Attending Upcoming Debate Against Kamala Harris, Criticizes ABC Network Donald Trump has cast doubt over his attendance in the upcoming presidential debate, where he is set to face off against Democratic candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris. The former President has hit out at the US network hosting the debate, ABC. Our Mitch McCann reports: todayAugust 27, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa DA Calls on Electricy Regulator to Clarify Tariff Methodology Amid Electricity Affordability Crisis In South Africa, the DA is urging the country's electricity regulator, NERSA, to clarify its electricity tariff determination methodology. This comes after NERSA admitted that tariff hikes were based on a flawed interpretation of the law, exacerbating the electricity affordability crisis. DA national spokesperson on Electricity and Energy, Kevin Mileham, plans to push for a review of electricity tariffs in Parliament: todayAugust 27, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Political Analyst Explores the Importance and Timing of Party Manifestos Political Analyst Erika Thomas recently examined the essential role of party manifestos and the best timing for their release. Thomas highlighted that a manifesto is a vital framework for policy implementation, detailing a party’s objectives, values, and proposed actions. todayAugust 27, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero Apologizes for Suggesting Hiring Foreign Nationals in Metro Police Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero has apologised for suggesting the employment of documented foreign nationals in the Johannesburg Metro Police Department to address language barriers. His comments, made at an ANC Lekgotla, sparked outrage on social media, civil society, political parties, and Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi. Following widespread criticism, the mayor has retracted the proposal, acknowledging concerns over Johannesburg's unemployment crisis: todayAugust 27, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba’s Call for Job Creation Sparks Political Reactions President Nangolo Mbumba emphasized the urgent need to create wealth and job opportunities for all Namibians, particularly the youth, during the Heroes Day commemoration at Omuthiya on Monday. He reiterated the importance of accelerating development efforts across the country. Imms Nashinge: Independent Patriots For Change Manuel Ngaringombe: Popular Democratic Movement todayAugust 27, 2024 23
