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Luderitz Mayor Prioritizes Youth Sports and Infrastructure Development

Luderitz Mayor, Phillipus Balhao is focusing on boosting local youth engagement through sports and arts while addressing social issues like substance abuse. His administration has introduced inter-school sports competitions and an “adopt-a-team” initiative to support local teams. The mayor also stresses the need for a second sports facility and improved infrastructure, including schools and housing, to support the town’s growth and attract investment.

19 August, 2024

Namibia

Venaani’s Ambitious Goal to Cut Swapo’s Vote Faces Skepticism

Popular Democratic Movement President McHenry Venaani’s plan to reduce Swapo’s electoral share to under 40% is deemed ambitious by analysts. Venaani aims to capitalize on growing voter dissatisfaction and increase PDM’s influence, but political analyst Ndumba Kamwanyah questions whether this target is feasible given Swapo’s entrenched support and competition from other opposition parties like IPC and LPM. Kamwanyah notes that Venaani’s efforts to broaden PDM’s appeal may be hindered by […]

19 August, 2024

South Africa

DA in the Western Cape is alarmed by the theft of ammunition and weaponry from the Faure Base in Eerste River

In S.A, the DA in the Western Cape is alarmed by the theft of ammunition and weaponry from the Faure Base in Eerste River. The party says this highlights a serious security crisis within SAPS facilities. With a history of stolen weapons ending up in the hands of criminals, the DA calls for an urgent investigation into this incident. Spokesperson, Thomas Walters stressed the need to rethink policing strategies and […]

19 August, 2024

World

UK and French Foreign Ministers Visit Middle East And Call For De-Escalation

The UK and France's Foreign Ministers travel to the Middle East amid diplomatic efforts to de-escalate a wider regional conflict. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy called the present situation a "dangerous moment", as fears of an Iranian attack on Israel risk ongoing Gaza ceasefire negotiations. Simon Gaitán reports.

19 August, 2024

Africa

Kenya’s Largest Aviation Union Delays Strike Amid Airport Development Talks

Kenya's largest aviation workers' union has delayed its planned strike, originally set for Monday, by two weeks. Reuters says, the postponement allows for negotiations with the government over a proposed agreement with India's Adani Airport Holdings to develop Kenya's main airport. The union, representing airport staff, opposes the deal, citing concerns about potential job losses and the introduction of non-Kenyan workers.

19 August, 2024

South Africa

South African Home Affairs Department has completed preparations to deport 95 Libyans

The South African Home Affairs Department has completed preparations to deport 95 Libyans arrested in White River, Mpumalanga, last month. It's believed they entered with visas obtained through misrepresentation. On Thursday, the White River Magistrate's Court withdrew their cases. Home Affairs minister, Leon Schreiber, says they will depart from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport today on a flight funded by the Libyan Government:

19 August, 2024

Namibia

Mines Minister Tom Alweendo Begins Working Visit to Zambezi

The Mines and Energy Minister, Tom Alweendo is visiting Katima Mulilo in the Zambezi region. The trip focuses on engaging with regional leaders, inspecting electrification projects, and addressing challenges and progress related to electrification. Spokesperson Anna Salkeus gives us a brief.

19 August, 2024

Health / Medical

Guterres appeals for a pause in fighting in Gaza so that children can be vaccinated against polio

The United Nations Secretary General has added his voice calling for a pause in hostilities in Gaza so that polio vaccines can be distributed. Speaking in New York on Friday, Antonio Guterres called for warring parties to lay down their arms so that humanitarians can safely vaccinate more than half a million children against polio. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

19 August, 2024

Business / Economics

19 August 2024 Morning Biz News: Pupkewitz Megabuild Reports Major Price Drop; Rand Surges as South African Stocks Hit Record Highs; Epic Games Launches New App Store

Pupkewitz Megabuild Sees Major Price Drop Pupkewitz Megabuild in Windhoek has reported a significant 23.45% decrease in its basket of goods for August. This drop is the largest year-on-year decline among the four hardware stores surveyed by The Brief. Key price reductions include paint, which saw a dramatic fall from N$2,576.00 to N$928.99. Additionally, Door Frame Steel and Roofing Galvanized IBR prices have also decreased, reflecting a broader trend of […]

19 August, 2024