insert_link Namibia Police Arrest 136 for Drug Possession Worth Nearly N$ 8 Million in May The Namibian Police Force arrested 136 individuals for drug possession in May, with the drugs valued at almost N$8 million. NamPol's Head of Public Relations, Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, reported that 127 of those arrested are Namibian, while the rest include nationals from Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, Congo, and Tanzania. The majority were found with cannabis worth over N$7.2 million, along with Mandrax, crack cocaine, and cocaine powder. Shikwambi highlighted the […] todayJune 10, 2024 11
insert_link World Emmanuel Macron has called a snap election in France Emmanuel Macron has called a snap election in France in response to a victory for the right in European polls. Marine Le Pen's National Rally party is on course to win around a third of the vote in European Parliament elections. President Macron's dissolved Parliament and called national elections for 30th June and 7th July, as Ross Cullen reports from Paris. todayJune 10, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Zambezi Governor Urges Patience Awaiting Delimitation Commission’s Decision on New Constituencies Zambezi Governor, Lawrence Sampofu has called for calm as residents await the Fifth Boundaries Delimitation and Demarcation Commission's response to their proposals. Although the timeline for feedback is uncertain, a decision is expected this year. The region, currently with eight constituencies, may see the addition of three more, including a highly anticipated Bwabwata constituency. Proposals also include renaming and restructuring existing constituencies. The Commission is evaluating whether changes to current […] todayJune 10, 2024 14
insert_link World India’s Modi to hold first cabinet meeting Narendra Modi is set to meet his new cabinet, a day after he was sworn in as India's Prime Minister for the third time. His party hasn't secured a majority in the recently concluded elections - raising questions about the stability of his government. Neha Poonia has more. todayJune 10, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa Western Cape MEC Reagen Allen Condemns Khayelitsha Killings Western Cape MEC of Community Safety and Police Oversight, Reagen Allen, has condemned the killing of four people including three children in Khayelitsha. An unknown gunman entered a barber shop on Saturday and opened fire on the occupants of the premises. Two children, aged eleven and 12, and one 30-year-old, died on the scene while three minors were wounded. A five-year-old boy later succumbed to his injuries yesterday morning. Allen […] todayJune 10, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Ohangwena Governor Urges Voter Registration Ahead of November Election Ohangwena governor, Sebastian Ndeitunga urged eligible voters to register for their voter cards to enable them to vote in the upcoming November election.. From the northern parts of our country, Maria Namupala sent this report. todayJune 10, 2024 28
insert_link World End of first week in testimony about drug use by US President’s son in gun purchase case Naomi Biden , granddaughter of the U.S President Joseph Biden, is the latest high-profile witness to give evidence in a case against her father Hunter Biden. She talked about how 'well' she thought he was doing at the time of a gun purchase back in 2018. But the prosecution showed text messages to the contrary. Caroline Malone reports. todayJune 10, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa South African Church Leaders Urge Inclusive Government The South African Council of Churches concluded a special meeting of the National Church Leaders Forum, focusing on the country's political direction as parties negotiate a government of national unity. SACC President, Thabo Makgoba stressed the urgent need to form a government that benefits all South Africans. He called on political leaders to prioritize inclusivity, peace, and stability todayJune 10, 2024 9
insert_link Uncategorized South Korea blasts propaganda and weather updates into North Korea South Korea is resuming the broadcast of propaganda messages across the border with the North. It comes as Seoul abandons a 2018 deescalating military pact, heightening tensions around the demilitarized zone. Chris Gilbert reports. todayJune 10, 2024 33
