insert_link Namibia Mariental Fire Station Bolstered by Donation of Fire Trucks and Ambulance The Mariental Fire Station received two fire trucks and an ambulance on Monday, thanks to a collaboration between the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, the Municipal Council of Murcia in Spain, and the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund. Deputy Minister Evelyn! Nawases-Taeyele highlighted the donation's importance in enhancing firefighting and rescue services in Mariental and the Hardap Region. Station manager Dirk Cloete emphasized the urgent need for these resources to […] todayJuly 9, 2024 14
insert_link World Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese has appointed a special envoy to monitor and combat anti-Semitism Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese has appointed a special envoy to monitor and combat anti-Semitism. Community groups have documented a steep increase in both anti-Semitism and Islamophobia since the Hamas attacks on Israel on the seventh of October last year, and the Israeli military bombardment of Gaza. Albanese says lawyer Jillian Segal will consult with community leaders and discrimination experts to advise the government: todayJuly 9, 2024 29
insert_link South Africa ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed suspending two members from its Newcastle region In South Africa, ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed suspending two members from its Newcastle region, Mzwakhe Mbatha and Sizwe Mokoena, pending ongoing investigations and disciplinary procedures. According to the party's interim constitution, all members are bound by a code of conduct, with breaches referred to the ethics and disciplinary committee for investigation and hearings. ActionSA’s Zwakele Mncwango says they aim to promptly resolve the matter and hold accountable […] todayJuly 9, 2024 7
insert_link Africa Moody’s Downgrades Kenya’s Sovereign Rating Amid Fiscal Challenges Moody's downgraded Kenya's sovereign rating to "Caa1" from "B3" on Monday, citing reduced ability to manage its debt burden through fiscal consolidation. Reuters says, This downgrade affects the country's local- and foreign-currency long-term issuer ratings and foreign-currency senior unsecured debt ratings. In June, Kenyan President William Ruto withdrew planned tax hikes following mass protests that resulted in at least 24 deaths. todayJuly 9, 2024 6
insert_link World Rescue work continue at destroyed children’s hospital in Kyiv Rescue work continues at a children's hospital in Kyiv that was struck by a Russian missile. Authorities believe there may still be people trapped under the rubble. Nationwide, the death toll has gone up to 37 people killed and 170 people wounded after Monday's missile attack on Ukraine. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv. todayJuly 9, 2024 13
insert_link Uncategorized French prosecutors opens investigation into Marine Le Pen’s campaign finances The Paris public prosecutor's office has opened a judicial investigation into suspected illegal campaign financing by far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen, that's according to French media. The inquiry relates to the 2022 presidential election, which Le Pen lost to Emmanuel Macron. Ross Cullen reports. todayJuly 9, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Critical Need for Early Detection and Treatment July is designated as Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to enhance public understanding of these cancers, promote research initiatives, and advocate for improved resources and treatments for affected Namibians. The prognosis for sarcoma patients varies based on factors such as cancer type, location, stage, and treatment response. Cancer Association of Namibia's CEO Rolf Hansen. Although not as common, these rare bone cancers have affected about 361 per […] todayJuly 9, 2024 26
insert_link World U.N. Human Rights Chief Calls for Investigation into Mass Grave Found on Libya-Tunisia Border U.N. human rights chief Volker Turk urged authorities to swiftly investigate reports of a mass grave discovered in the desert along the Libya-Tunisia border. In a speech to the U.N. Reuters reports that the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Turk condemned widespread violations against migrants and refugees in Libya and emphasized that the families of the deceased deserve to know the truth. His office is actively following up on the […] todayJuly 9, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Health Ministry Advised to Be Cautious as Monkeypox Cases Surface in South Africa Ben Nangombe, Executive Director of the Health and Social Services ministry, urged the public to exercise caution following reports of monkeypox cases in South Africa. He reassured that no cases have been reported in Namibia yet, but emphasized global concern whenever such disease outbreaks occur. todayJuly 9, 2024 24
