insert_link World India-Austria to discuss trade And investments during Modi’s trip India and Austria are likely to talk trade, investments and closer cooperation on green energy during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit on Wednesday. It's the first visit by an Indian PM to the Central European nation in 40 years. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. todayJuly 10, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Criticizes Johannesburg’s Proposed R2.5 Billion Loan In South Africa, ActionSA says the City of Johannesburg’s proposed 2.5-billion-rand loan from the French Development Agency constitutes a costly and negligible debt burden to residents. The Johannesburg council rejected the loan, with 118 councillors voting against it and 111 in favour. Three councillors abstained. ActionSA’s, Nobuhle Mthembu, says the city must instead focus on collecting revenue from the numerous departments that owe it millions of rands, an amount roughly […] todayJuly 10, 2024 39
insert_link South Africa South African Democratic Teachers’ Union concerned about the increasing attacks on schools and principals The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union says it is concerned about the increasing attacks on schools, principals, and teachers by community structures. Schools have reopened for the third term. In Limpopo alone, four schools were robbed and vandalised during the holidays, resulting in damages costing thousands of rands. The union’s general secretary, Mugwena Maluleke, says any community that promotes lawlessness in learning institutions is counter-revolutionary: todayJuly 10, 2024 16
insert_link World Biden pledges more support for Ukraine at NATO summit U.S President Joseph Biden has championed the Nato alliance and promised more air defenses for Ukraine at the opening of the annual summit. He was speaking in Washington DC at the start of the three-day gathering. It's the 75th anniversary of the alliance, with support for Ukraine topping the agenda. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayJuly 10, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia June Commodity Prices Surge Across Namibia In June, the Namibia Statistics Agency reported significant price increases for basic commodities. Transport costs rose by 8.3%, coffee, tea, and cocoa by 14.4%, and fruit 13.4%. Other notable hikes included sugar and confectionery at 10.1%, and both mineral water and vegetables at 5.5%. Windhoek residents are paying more for pure sunflower oil compared to other regions, with Khomas region residents paying N$31.32 for 750ml, while other regions paid between […] todayJuly 10, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics Sunny Karuuombe from Grey’s Cakes spoke with our news team recently at the Business Summit Namibia event Sunny Karuuombe from Grey's Cakes spoke with our news team recently at the Business Summit Namibia event. The 23-year young lady had this to say to motivate the youth from across the country or shall we say, to the world? todayJuly 10, 2024 29
insert_link World U.S Democrats divided in private meetings over Biden’s re-election There's been consensus reached at U.S Democratic Party meetings on whether US president Joe Biden should suspend his reelection bid. The make-or-break private sessions saw Democrats in both the House and Senate discuss the president's future, but without reaching any decisions. Chair of the House Democratic Caucus Pete Aguilar agreed there were differing opinions at Tuesday's meeting. But pushed back on suggestions Biden is losing support. Meanwhile at the […] todayJuly 10, 2024 28
insert_link South Africa South African Federation of Trade Unions Criticizes Government’s Handling of Natural Disasters in Vulnerable Communities South African Union federation, Saftu, accuses the government of neglecting vulnerable communities during natural disasters, citing poor infrastructure in informal settlements. The federation criticises the government's failure to plan and allocate resources, highlighting disparities in support between affluent suburbs and impoverished townships. Saftu’s , Mogoshadi Maserumule calls for immediate action to build resilient infrastructure and provide housing to protect communities from future calamities: todayJuly 10, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Katutura Residents Committee Exposes Alleged Corruption at City and Calls for Action Today at Windhoek's Jacob Marenga Secondary School in Katutura The Katutura Residents Committe has planned a meeting. Scheduled for 11:00 AM, the conference aims to shed light on serious allegations involving top officials of the City of Windhoek. Key topics slated for discussion include evidence implicating officials in alleged Solar Billing System fraud including extensive email communications allegedly covering up irregularities. The committee's Shaun Gariseb. todayJuly 10, 2024 55