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Founding President Nujoma Hospitalized And Recovering Well

Founding President, Sam Nujoma has been hospitalized as a routine precaution due to an infection, given his advanced age, but is recuperating well, according to a joint statement by his physician Dr. Tshalli Iithete and senior assistant Paul Shipale. They confirmed that Nujoma is under the care of a competent medical team and expressed satisfaction with his strong recovery. They also called on Namibians to embrace Nujoma’s message of unity […]

22 July, 2024

Namibia

Luderitz Mayor Expresses Joy At Miss Namibia Event In His town

With the Miss Namibia pageant ending this past weekend, the //Kharas town of Luderitz was surely abuzz with people and activities, not to mention the nation's attention on the pageant progress. Mayor Phillipus Balhao shared his sentiment. Future Media extends its congratulations to all 10 contestants and the winner: Prisca Anyolo.Namibi

22 July, 2024

South Africa

ANC’s secretary-general criticises opposition parties for accusing the ANC of selling out South Africans

In South Africa, ANC's secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula has criticised opposition parties for accusing the ANC of selling out South Africans after forming a government of national unity. Mbalula stated the ANC mandate remains to be committed to representing the interests of South Africans. He emphasised the ANC retained key portfolios and is willing to collaborate with other parties:

22 July, 2024

Namibia

President Mbumba Calls for Tangible Support from International Bodies During UNDP Visit

President, Nangolo Mbumba has called on international organizations to shift their focus from merely providing advice to offering tangible resources that address real-world challenges. During a visit by UNDP resident representative, Alka Bhatia to State House, Mbumba emphasized the need for international bodies to collaborate in solving problems that people can directly benefit from. He criticized the tendency to offer only advisory support and soft loans, stressing the need for […]

19 July, 2024

South Africa

ActionSA Reacts to President Ramaphosa’s Address with Mixed Optimism and Criticism

ActionSA says Ramaphosa’s address offered up a mixture of cautious optimism and critical scepticism. The party’s Parliamentary leader, Athol Trollip, says the language and policies in the president’s speech reflect what ActionSA has advocated for years, including maintaining state infrastructure and employing competent, qualified personnel. He says however that there were glaring omissions of critical issues:

19 July, 2024

South Africa

IFP Leader Welcomes Ramaphosa’s Commitment to Aid Struggling Municipalities

In S.A, IFP leader and minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, says he welcomes president Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment that struggling municipalities will be assisted. Delivering his opening of Parliament address in Cape Town yesterday evening, the president said the government is committed to bringing stability to governance in metros and restoring delivery services. Hlabisa says dysfunctional municipalities will be turned around:

19 July, 2024

Namibia

Cabinet Secretary Urges Public Service Officers to Focus on Implementing Government Policies

Cabinet Secretary, George Simataa has called on accounting officers and public service implementers to prioritize the implementation of government policies, plans, and projects. Addressing chief regional officers from all 14 regions during an engagement meeting hosted by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology in the Oshikoto Region, Simataa stressed that their role is to advise and assist in policy formulation rather than creating policies. He highlighted the importance of […]

19 July, 2024

World

Death toll in Bangladesh student unrest spikes

Bangladesh has issued a high security alert for the entire country, a day after at least two dozen people were killed in a mass agitation led by students in the country. More than 30 people have died in clashes between students and government forces this week. Neha Poonia has more.

19 July, 2024

Namibia

Windhoek’s Informal traders demand an end to Police brutality

Informal economic traders in Windhoek are calling for an end to police brutality, claiming continued mistreatment by the City Police. Traders report being manhandled, arrested, having their goods confiscated, and facing hefty fines while trying to earn a living. Representing the traders, the Namibia Informal Sector Organisation Secretary General, Josef Kandenge says these actions by law enforcement are unjust and severely impact the livelihoods of traders.

19 July, 2024