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S.A’ s President says the incoming government will prioritise sustainable economic growth

S.A' s President, Cyril Ramaphosa says the incoming government will prioritise rapid, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, and the creation of a more just society by tackling poverty and inequality. He announced his new cabinet last night with Paul Mashatile remaining the deputy president, with political parties in the government of national unity securing ministries including the DA, IFP, Freedom Front Plus, and Patriotic Alliance. Ramaphosa says the establishment of […]

1 July, 2024

Namibia

Crime Spree Of The Weekend Includes Break-ins, Theft, and Fatal Stabbing

On Friday Groot-Aub and Wanaheda were sites of multiple criminal incidents. In Groot-Aub, a generator valued at N$11,995.00 was stolen from a shack at Uiros. Meanwhile, in Wanaheda's Outapi Street, thieves made off with clothes, a gas cylinder, shoes, blankets, and cosmetics worth N$17,000.99 from a residence. In a tragic turn in Wanaheda's Goreangab area, Bigshow Gawaseb was fatally stabbed by a 24-year-old suspect, who sustained injuries and is now […]

1 July, 2024

World

NYTimes Editorial Board joins calls on Biden to abandon re-election quest

US President, Joseph Biden says he is staying in the country's presidential race, despite growing pressure on him to drop out following Thursday's lackluster performance in a television debate with former President Donald Trump. A growing number of Biden supporters are urging him to stand down, and Republicans in Congress say they believe Vice President Kamala Harris and members of the President's Cabinet should exercise the 25th Amendment to the […]

1 July, 2024

Namibia

Local Experts Talk Youth, Social Media Activism And Politics

A Local Political Analyst challenges Namibian youth to harness collective strength on pertinent issues affecting them. Despite Namibia's smaller population compared to Kenya's, Rakkel Andreas dismisses the notion that numerical size dictates influence. In the meatime, digital media expert Nrupesh Soni called for constructive dialogue on optimizing social media for impactful activism,adding that activists can leverage these platforms to amplify their voices and influence societal norms and policies.

1 July, 2024

South Africa

S.A’s Sadtu Criticizes DA’s Approach in Government Negotiations

South Africa's Sadtu national executive committee has accused the DA of treating the ANC as beggars in the ongoing government negotiations. General Secretary Mugwena Maluleke insists that the DA should take its place as the opposition while those prioritizing the country's interests should continue the negotiations. He also emphasized that the teachers' union will not tolerate market dictation, asserting that the country must be returned to its rightful owners.

1 July, 2024

Africa

Unrest in Kenya Challenges IMF Targets and Borrowing Costs

Violent unrest that compelled Kenya's president to withdraw support for a finance bill has cast uncertainty over the country's ability to meet International Monetary Fund targets and could increase borrowing costs, according to investors and analysts. The bill, which proposed taxes on bread, vegetable oil, sugar, mobile-money transfers, and certain imports, aimed to generate US$2.68 billion, equivalent to 3% of GDP, in additional revenue, as noted by Morgan Stanley's, Neville […]

1 July, 2024

World

US voters react to presidential debate

With just over four months to go until American's head to the polls, voters are digesting the first presidential debate of the year held on Thursday. The televised debate, which aired on CNN, saw President Joseph Biden and former President Donald Trump go head to head - without a live audience in the room. They clashed over topics like the economy, immigration and abortion - key issues for voters in […]

1 July, 2024

Namibia

Harvesting and Planting at Etunda Green Scheme Irrigation Project

Farmers at the Etunda Green Scheme Irrigation Project are currently engaged in harvesting 180 hectares of maize. They are also preparing to plant 210 hectares of wheat, which is scheduled to be harvested in October this year. Our Northern Correspondent Maria Namupala spoke with Farm manager, Sacky Shilyomunhu.

1 July, 2024

Namibia

Poverty worsens in Namibia as activist reach over 16 years of advocating

To avoid pitfalls, says Rinaani Musutua of the Basic Income Grant Coalition, a social grant to help poor Namibians would not only reduce administrative costs and bureaucratic complexities but also minimize opportunities for corruption and fraud. Meanwhile...over 16 years on, the government has still not eradicated poverty as promised to credible organizations such as the Basic Income Grant coalition after significant evidence was presented that it is a viable option […]

1 July, 2024