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INTERVIEW: Walvis Bay Mayor Trevino Forbes Joins Miss Ray Sasman on Her Inspirational Walk for Namibia’s Youth

In a remarkable display of community spirit and dedication to the youth of Namibia, Walvis Bay Mayor Trevino Forbes joined Miss Ray Sasman on a segment of her ambitious walk from Windhoek to Okahandja. This walk, which Ray Sasman has dubbed the "Walk with Me" journey, aims to raise awareness and support for the youth of Namibia. Mayor Forbes, who had just returned from a trip to the United States, […]

24 June, 2024

Africa

Kenya’s President Ruto Open to Dialogue with Anti-Tax Protesters

Kenya's President William Ruto has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with thousands of young, peaceful anti-tax protesters following widespread demonstrations organized mainly through social media. Speaking at a church service in Nyahururu, Ruto acknowledged the youth-led nature of the protests and commended the demonstrators for their peaceful conduct, despite reports of fatalities during earlier protests in Nairobi. He pledged to foster national unity through constructive dialogue.

24 June, 2024

Namibia

Government Supports Local Poultry Production at Kadila Farm Launch

Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, Calle Schlettwein, emphasized the government's unwavering commitment to supporting farmers and rural communities during the launch of Kadila Poultry Farm in Okahandja. Speaking at the event, Schlettwein highlighted the importance of prioritizing Namibian products to foster a self-sufficient agricultural sector and create stable incomes for families. He praised Kadila Poultry Farm for increasing Namibia’s poultry production capacity, thereby reducing dependency on imports and […]

24 June, 2024

Africa

Gabon Reports First H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak Since 2022 at Libreville Poultry Market

Reuters reports that Gabon confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza at a poultry market in Libreville, as reported by the World Organisation for Animal Health. This marks the first occurrence of H5N1 in Gabon since 2022. The H5N1 strain, known for its severe impact on poultry and occasional transmission to mammals, has caused substantial poultry losses worldwide and has recently affected cows in the United States.

24 June, 2024

Business / Economics

China wants the EU to scrap tariffs on Electric Vehicles by July 4

Beijing wants the European Union to scrap its preliminary tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles by next week. Both sides have agreed to hold new trade talks to resolve an escalating dispute over tariffs, as Laura Westbrook reports.

24 June, 2024

Namibia

Women Trained in Mushroom Cultivation for Sustainable Agriculture Project

The Office of the ||Kharas Governor collaborated with the University of Namibia's Centre of Research Services to conduct a training session focused on cultivating oyster mushrooms. Thirteen women participated in the session led by UNAM researcher ,Fimanekeni Shivute. This initiative is part of a broader integrated agriculture project that includes rice, mushrooms, and vegetables. The overall goal of the project is to promote sustainable farming practices where different crops complement […]

24 June, 2024

World

North Korea could ratify Russia treaty this week

North Korean leaders are set to hold a key party meeting this week following the signing of a security treaty with Russia. The two countries on Wednesday agreed to mutually assist each other if they are attacked. Chris Gilbert has more.

24 June, 2024

South Africa

S.A Court Sentences Vehicle Hijacker to 53 Years in Northern KwaZulu-Natal Crackdown

Following a crackdown on cross-border crime in northern KwaZulu-Natal, the Mtubatuba Magistrate’s Court has sentenced Sipho Mhlanga, a vehicle hijacker and smuggler linked to a syndicate transporting vehicles to Mozambique, to 53 years in prison. Mhlanga was found guilty of multiple charges, including murder and robbery. Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe announced a joint action plan with Mozambique aimed at curbing such crimes through regular cross-border operations.

24 June, 2024

Africa

Deadly Protests Sweep Kenya as Government Faces Tax Backlash

According to a coalition of rights groups and the police watchdog, one person lost their life and over 200 others were injured during Thursday's countrywide demonstrations against the Kenyan government's proposal to raise $2.7 billion in extra taxes. The coalition, comprising Amnesty International and the Kenya Medical Association among others, reported that police used tear gas and water cannons to scatter protesters in Nairobi, as stated in a joint release […]

24 June, 2024