insert_link Namibia Human Rights Activist Engages Meta On Social Media And Hate Speech Human rights activist Linda Baumann addressed the role of social media in shaping conversations around hate speech, particularly concerning the LGBTQ+ community in Namibia and beyond. Baumann, who's now engaging social media giant Meta, emphasized that while social media has undeniably increased visibility for marginalized groups, it also provides a platform for inciting violence and spreading hate. today30 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A Parliament to Act on Thabo Bester’s Prison Escape Findings South Africa's Correctional Services Committee in Parliament will oversee remedial actions against individuals involved in Thabo Bester’s prison escape. This follows a briefing on the Public Protector's report, which highlighted failures by the Department of Correctional Services in handling Bester's escape from Mangaung prison in the Free State. Parliamentary legal adviser Bulelani Simani confirmed that they will ensure the department takes the necessary steps to address the issues raised […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link World Trump attacks Harris for “destroying” US A week before the US presidential election, Republican candidate Donald Trump has roundly attacked his rival Kamala Harris accusing her of trying to destroy the country. The former president said the Biden administration's border policies have hurt the US. It comes as the Trump campaign tries to distance itself from misogynistic and racist remarks made at his rally on Sunday in New York. Trump was speaking from his Mar-a-Lago […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link World Kamala Harris to give major address in Washington US Vice-President Kamala Harris will deliver her 'closing argument' to voters, in a major speech in the heart of the nation's capital. She'll speak at the Ellipse, a site next to the White House where then President Donald Trump addressed a mob of his supporters before they launched a deadly riot on Congress in an attempt to overturn the outcome of the last election. Benji Hyer has this preview […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC Announces January 8 Rally in Cape Town to Celebrate Party’s Founding To South Africa now, where the ANC has announced the upcoming January 8 rally will take place in Cape Town. The event marks the party's celebration of its founding and will serve as an opportunity to mobilise support and engage with members and the public. Mbalula told the media the party is expected to highlight its goals and achievements during the rally, further solidifying its presence in the region: today30 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Botswana Prepares for Crucial Election as President Masisi Seeks Second Term Botswana is set to vote today in an election that will decide if President Mokgweetsi Masisi can secure a second term amid economic challenges linked to declining diamond demand according to Reuters. The Botswana Democratic Party, in power since 1966, remains the frontrunner despite facing a drop in popularity, as voters will elect a National Assembly, with the largest party responsible for selecting the president. today30 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Sudan Crisis Displaces Over 14 Million The International Organization for Migration reported Tuesday that more than 14 million people have been displaced due to the crisis in Sudan, with 11 million internally displaced and 3.1 million having fled across borders. Reuters says, IOM's Director-General Amy Pope highlighted a recent surge, with 200,000 additional people fleeing since last month. today30 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 30 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Update: Procurement Compliance Issues and Market Developments Recent reports from the Institute for Public Policy Research reveal that only 43% of public entities in Namibia have submitted their annual procurement plans for the 2024/25 financial year. Of the 173 entities required to comply, just 75 had met the deadline by late October, raising concerns about significant delays at this midpoint of the fiscal year. This lack of compliance not only hinders effective resource allocation but may […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia Expert Stresses the Need for Accountability in Government Institutions Political analyst Erika Thomas highlightes the critical role of accountability among government institutions, especially within the Information and Communication Technology ministry. She contends that cultivating a culture of mutual accountability could greatly improve the performance and effectiveness of these entities. today30 October, 2024
