insert_link World Western Cape’s premier Alan Winde announced the new cabinet of the provincial government In S.A , Western Cape's premier, Alan Winde announced the new cabinet of the provincial government. Anroux Marais is the new MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety, replacing Reagan Allen, now deputy speaker of the legislature. Ricardo Mackenzie moves to Cultural Affairs and Sport, succeeded by Isaac Sileku as MEC for Mobility. Deidre Baartman is new the Finance MEC, and Mireille Wenger the MEC for Health and Wellness. The […] todayJune 14, 2024 45
insert_link World China and New Zealand deepen trade ties during Premier Li visit Chinese Premier Li Qiang will meet New Zealand business leaders on Friday on the second day of a regional tour that also takes in neighbouring Australia and signals a warming in ties between the Pacific nations and their biggest trading partner. It's the highest level Chinese visit to New Zealand in seven years. As our Laura Westbrook reports. todayJune 14, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia 15-year-old girl was allegedly raped on various occasions over several months A 15-year-old girl was allegedly raped on various occasions over several months by her 40-year-old uncle at Ouma village in the Omusati Region. NamPol's Crime Investigations Coordinator for Omusati, Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho, said the incidents allegedly occurred between 2023 and 20 May this. The matter was only recently reported to the police. It is alleged that the suspect, who is an uncle to the victim and lives in the […] todayJune 14, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa South Africa the Secretary to Parliament says the inauguration of the president is expected to take place next Wednesday In South Africa the Secretary to Parliament Xolile George says the inauguration of the president is expected to take place on Wednesday, within five days of the election. Several parties, including MK, EFF, ActionSA, DA, and UDM, have made changes to their National Assembly lists. Despite MK Party members' likely absence from the first sitting, the quorum will be met with one-third of the 400 members. George says missing members […] todayJune 14, 2024 56
insert_link Namibia Justice Minister Reaffirms Support for Palestine at International Court of Justice Justice minister, Yvonne Dausab in an oral submission reaffirmed Namibia’s participation at the International Court of Justice in support of Palestine against its illegal occupation by Israel. During a speech at the Information and Communication Technology ministry Government Information Centre, she emphasised the importance of the involvement by the Namibian nation in the ICJ. Dausab added that on February 2023, Namibia made all submissions to the ICJ through the Minister […] todayJune 14, 2024 10
insert_link World Japan’s PM under party pressure to step down Japan’s Prime Minister is under growing pressure from his own party to step-down. Local chapters of the ruling LDP blame Fumio Kishida for months of poor polling. As our Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayJune 14, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry Launches Nationwide Learner Health Survey, Focuses on Vaping Impact The Education, Arts, and Culture ministry collaborates with the Health and Social Services ministry for a comprehensive nationwide learner health survey, running from July to August 2024. Led by Executive Director Sanet Steenkamp, the survey aims to gather crucial data on vaping and other health issues among learners, informing targeted interventions and assessing the impact of past measures. The initiative also includes a pilot project with the University of Namibia […] todayJune 14, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay Mayor Commends Mrs. Ray Sasman’s Inspirational Cross-Namibia Trek In a heartfelt tribute to Mrs. Ray Sasman, the Mayor of Walvis Bay, Trevino Forbes, expressed deep admiration and gratitude for her remarkable initiative of traversing Namibia on foot. Mrs. Sasman's journey, which has already spanned more than 700 kilometers from the Karas region into the Hardap region and towards the Khomas region, has captured the attention and admiration of communities along her route. todayJune 14, 2024 29
insert_link World Tesla shareholders have voted to reinstate CEO Elon Musk’s pay package Tesla shareholders have voted to reinstate CEO Elon Musk's pay package - worth up to $56 billion. It's the largest pay deal in corporate US history, but was struck down by a judge in January, citing its size. Toni Waterman has more from outside the Tesla gigafactory in Austin, where the vote took place. todayJune 14, 2024 41
