insert_link Namibia Man Dies After Alleged Stabbing with Traditional Knife in Kavango West 59 year-old Phillip Lirunga passed away in Mamono village, Kavango West Region, reportedly stabbed with a traditional knife by a known suspect. The Namibian Police Force confirmed the incident occurred around 19h30. The suspect remains at large. Lirunga sustained severe injuries to his left arm and back, leading to his death while en route to Mpora Clinic. His next of kin have been notified. todayJune 25, 2024 15
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Explains Process and Challenges of Petition Responses in Namibia In a recent discussion, Professor Ndumba Kamwanya shed light on the procedures and challenges associated with handling petitions in Namibia. The conversation was sparked by a query regarding the petition handed to Minister Doreen Sioka of the Gender Ministry by the BIG coalition. The Petition Process Professor Kamwanya began by explaining the general process that follows the submission of a petition to a minister or any person in charge. "When […] todayJune 25, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Eight Suspects Remanded for Assaulting Woman Accused of Poisoning Cuca Shop Patrons Eight suspects from Iikango C village in Oshigambo, have been detained in Ondangwa for allegedly assaulting a 67-year-old woman. They are accused of beating her with fresh branch sticks and burning her belongings, including her shebeen, over suspicions that she poisoned customers at her cuca shop. The suspects appeared in court before Magistrate Nelao Ya France at Ondangwa Magistrate's Court. The case has been postponed to 21 November for further […] todayJune 25, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa Al Jama-ah Joins South Africa’s Government of National Unity to Counter DA Influence To South Africa where Al Jama-ah has entered the government of national unity in South Africa, aiming to weaken the DA and its allies. The party rejects a DA-led coalition, citing support for Zionist policies and minority rule. It alleges external interference favored the DA in elections. Party leader Ganief Hendricks advocates for a progressive coalition to counter the DA's influence. todayJune 25, 2024 15
insert_link Africa Revenge Attack in South Sudan Kills 17 and Forces Oil Worker Evacuation In its report, Reuters says a revenge attack sparked by a cattle raid earlier this month has resulted in at least 17 deaths in northern South Sudan and prompted the evacuation of oil workers from the Toma South oil field, a local official reported on Monday. Cattle raiding, driven by competition for scarce resources, is a major cause of conflict between ethnic groups in South Sudan, which remains heavily armed […] todayJune 25, 2024 20
insert_link World Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant in US for talks Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant is in Washington, D.C. for crucial talks about the conflict in Gaza and rising tensions on the Lebanon border, which are increasing fears of a broader war. He will meet with top U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, CIA Director William Burns, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, emphasizing the significance of these discussions as Israel deals with multiple […] todayJune 25, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa Concerns Over Access to South Africa’s Social Relief Grant South Africa's Universal Basic Income Coalition is alarmed by rising digital barriers hindering access to the social relief of distress grant. The coalition accuses the South African Social Security Agency of complicating grant access under the guise of suspected fraud, resulting in beneficiary suspensions and complex online biometric verifications. Criticism centers on SASSA's transparency shortcomings and the added hardships on vulnerable individuals, urging the agency to prioritize accountability and transparent […] todayJune 25, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics 25 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Global Markets Navigate Volatility: Namibia’s Agricultural Imports Surge, Rand Weakens, Oil Prices Stable, Stocks Mixed Ahead of US Inflation Data In the dynamic landscape of global markets, several key developments have emerged, impacting economies and industries worldwide. Here's a comprehensive overview of the latest updates: 1. Namibia's Agricultural Imports Surge Amidst Economic Realities Namibia, a nation with a burgeoning agricultural sector, faced significant revelations as Eos Capital Managing Director, Immanuel Kadhila, disclosed that the country imported agricultural products amounting to N$22 billion in 2023. This figure starkly highlights Namibia's heavy […] todayJune 25, 2024 19
insert_link Africa Petrol Outlets Shut in Nigeria’s Northeast in Anti-Smuggling Protest Nearly 2,000 petrol outlets in Nigeria's northeast have closed to protest an anti-smuggling operation by the Nigeria Customs Service, which targeted some operators. Reuters reports that this shutdown, confirmed by Dahiru Buba, chairman of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria for Adamawa and Taraba states, has forced motorists to buy fuel from the black market. The closures followed the impounding of tanker trucks and the shutting down of some […] todayJune 25, 2024 15