insert_link 2 Namibia Justice Served: Jandre Dippenaar Found Guilty of Six Murders in Swakopmund Court Antonia Joschko expressed relief outside the Swakopmund Magistrate’s Court as Jandre Dippenaar was convicted for his role in a fatal 2014 car crash that claimed six lives, including Joschko's family members and other passengers. Magistrate, Gaynor Paulton delivered a verdict of guilty on multiple charges, including murder, citing Dippenaar's reckless driving despite his racing expertise. Dippenaar's bail was revoked, and he was remanded into custody pending sentencing next week. todayJune 21, 2024 986 2
insert_link Namibia Oranjemund/Rosh Pinah Constituency Condemns Divisive Proposal by Cllr Lazarus Nangolo A press release from Oranjemund/Rosh Pinah Constituency on June 20, 2024, strongly condemns Cllr Lazarus Nangolo's politically motivated proposal to divide the //Khomas Region. It criticizes Nangolo for lacking community consultation, using divisive tactics, and prioritizing personal political gains over local interests. Here's Oranjemund Councillor and Landless People's Movement's Guame Stephanus. todayJune 21, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa Call to Prioritize SABC Independence and Sustainability, Urges South African Coalition South Africa's, SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition and several civil society organizations, are urging political parties to prioritise the independence and sustainability of the SABC as the new government takes office. They call for the immediate withdrawal of the proposed SABC Bill. The coalition’s coordinator ,Noor Ahmad says with the closure of major print newspapers, a strong and independent SABC is crucial for maintaining a robust news ecosystem: todayJune 21, 2024 27
insert_link World Southern Europe in the grip of an intense heatwave Southern Europe is in the grip of an intense heatwave. The extreme weather has arrived at the same time as the start of the high season for many holiday resorts across the region, putting tourists at risk. Giles Gibson reports from Rome. todayJune 21, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa S.A’s AfriForum Asserts No Politician Is Above the Law Amid Malema Trial S.A's AfriForum maintains that no politician is above the law as EFF leader Julius Malema and co-accused Adriaan Snyman stand trial in the East London Regional Court. Community Safety spokesperson Jacques Broodryk criticized Malema's shifting defense and cited expert opinions disputing the use of blanks or a toy gun at an EFF rally. Broodryk also highlighted Snyman's past misconduct with firearms, stressing the need for justice to prevail. todayJune 21, 2024 11
insert_link Africa Tsingshan Begins Production at $1 Billion Steel Plant in Zimbabwe China's Tsingshan Holding Group has commenced production at its $1 billion steel plant in central Zimbabwe. Reuters reports that the plant, operated by Tsingshan's Dinson Iron and Steel Company, will produce 600,000 metric tons of carbon steel annually in its first phase. Project director Wilfred Motsi announced that pig iron production has begun, with carbon steel production set to start in July. todayJune 21, 2024 36
insert_link World Climate change made extreme heat in US 35 times more likely Climate change made extreme heat felt in the United States, Mexico and Central America around 35 times more likely, according to scientists. The World Weather Attribution says many extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense as a result of global warming. Sally Patterson reports from New York. todayJune 21, 2024 17
insert_link Africa Riot Police Disperse Protests in Nairobi Over Proposed Tax Hike Riot police in Nairobi used tear gas and water cannons to disperse thousands of demonstrators on Thursday during coordinated marches across Kenya protesting government plans to raise $2.7 billion in additional taxes- reports Reuters. Late into the protest, officers fired tear gas to disperse protesters marching near State House, the office and official residence of President William Ruto. todayJune 21, 2024 16
insert_link Business / Economics UK Interest Rates Held Despite Falling Inflation The Bank of England has decided to keep interest rates unchanged. They remain at 5.25%, the highest it's been for 16 years. But a rate cut could soon be on the cards, as John Bevir (Beaver) reports. todayJune 21, 2024 12