insert_link Namibia Border Post’s 24-Hour Operation Aims to Spark Economic Recovery, Says Albert Kawana The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security minister, Albert Kawana, highlighted the significance of the newly inaugurated 24-hour operation at the Oshikango-Santa Clara border post for economic recovery. He emphasized diverse strategies in response to COVID-19's economic impact and anticipated benefits such as enhanced trade relations, reduced business costs, and improved logistics along the Trans-Cunene Corridor. Kawana promoted seamless cross-border commerce, noting advantages such as eliminating overnight stays for truckers […] todayJune 17, 2024 30
insert_link World U.S Supreme Court overturns bump stocks ban The US Supreme Court has struck down a Trump-era law banning bump stocks. The device essentially allows guns to be converted into rapid-fire weapons. Nick Harper reports for us from Washington. todayJune 17, 2024 9
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Namibian Youth Encouraged to Reach for the Stars: Sarah Tsei-Tseimou’s Inspirational Journey In a stirring testament to perseverance and ambition, Sarah Tsei-Tseimou, the lone Namibian participant supported by Friends for Leadership, recently made waves at the South African BRICS Youth Association competition. Her journey from aspiring youth leader to international representative serves as a beacon of hope and motivation for young Namibians. "I am very honored and privileged to have had this opportunity to represent my country and my own interests […] todayJune 17, 2024 87
insert_link Namibia Sarah Tsei-Tseimou recently made waves at the South African BRICS Youth Association competition In a stirring testament to perseverance and ambition, Sarah Tsei-Tseimou, the lone Namibian participant supported by Friends for Leadership, recently made waves at the South African BRICS Youth Association competition. Her journey from aspiring youth leader to international representative serves as a beacon of hope and motivation for young Namibians. todayJune 17, 2024 27
insert_link South Africa ACDP’s deputy president says the leadership has decided not to be part of the S.A government of national unity In S.A....The ACDP's deputy president, Wayne Thring ,says the leadership has decided not to be part of the government of national unity. Thring says ACDP leaders met with senior representatives of the ANC recently, and were offered an opportunity to join the new government. He says in their bilateral meeting, they also spoke about a national dialogue: todayJune 17, 2024 20
insert_link Africa JNIM Claims Responsibility for Deadly Attack in Burkina Faso The al-Qaeda affiliate, Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin has claimed responsibility for an attack on June 11 that reportedly killed over 100 soldiers in the Mansila area of Burkina Faso, near the border with Niger. This information was reported by the SITE Intelligence Group on Sunday as indicated in a report by Reuters. The Burkina Faso ruling junta has not responded to requests for comment about the incident. According to […] todayJune 17, 2024 52
insert_link World Seoul urges doctors to cancel walkout South Korea’s Prime Minister is urging doctors to cancel a planned walkout this week. The strike is expected to escalate a long running standoff between the government and medical community over wages, conditions, and staffing. Chris Gilbert reports. todayJune 17, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa Historic Political Shift in South Africa As ANC and DA Form Government of National Unity In a significant political development, South Africa's African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance have agreed to collaborate in a government of national unity, ending 30 years of sole ANC rule. This unprecedented alliance allowed President Cyril Ramaphosa to secure a second term in office, winning re-election with 283 votes from lawmakers. The agreement between these traditionally opposing parties marks the most consequential political change since Nelson Mandela's ANC […] todayJune 17, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Mkhonto we Sizwe Joins Alliance to Challenge ANC-DA Coalition Government South Africa's uMkhonto we Sizwe party announced on Sunday that it will join an alliance of smaller opposition parties in parliament to challenge the coalition government formed by the African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance. The ANC and the pro-business, white-led DA agreed on Friday to form a "government of national unity," marking a significant shift after 30 years of ANC rule. todayJune 17, 2024 13
