insert_link Namibia Political Analyst talks SWAPO, the Current Election Campaigns, and the Utilization of its Former Presidents In a recent discussion, political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya offered valuable insights into the dynamics of Namibian politics, particularly regarding the deployment of veteran leaders within the ruling party, SWAPO in their election campaigns. Kamwanya noted that while S.A's ANC has successfully deployed figures like former President Thabo Mbeki, a similar scenario is unlikely in Namibia. todayApril 23, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa Johannesburg CBD Power Outage Hits Major Hospitals A power outage in the Johannesburg CBD has disrupted operations at major hospitals including Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital as well as Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital among others. Residents in Berea, Hillbrow, Parktown, and nearby areas are also affected. City Power attributes the outage to a burnt feeder-board at the Ridge substation. Meanwhile, in the east of Tshwane, thousands of residents have been without power since a fire at Mooikloof […] todayApril 23, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics 23 April 2024, Moring Biz News: Biz News Update: Key Developments in Agriculture, Currency Markets, and Commodities Namibian Cereal Production Faces Significant Decline: The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform in Namibia has projected a substantial decrease in cereal production, primarily due to unpredictable rainfall patterns and prolonged dry spells. The commercial farming sector is particularly affected, with an estimated harvest of only 35,200 metric tons. This marks a drastic 68% decrease compared to last season's production levels, highlighting the challenges faced by the agricultural […] todayApril 23, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia City Implements Borehole Water Restrictions to Safeguard Water Security The City of Windhoek has introduced measures limiting industries' use of borehole water to 20% of their total water consumption. This initiative, designed to enhance water security and sustainability, stems from insights gained during the harsh drought of 2015/2016. Lydia Amutenya, spokesperson for the City, provides further details on this decision. todayApril 23, 2024 22
insert_link World U.S and Philippines hold military drills in face of China fury The United States and the Philippines have launched their most expansive and expensive joint military drills in years — a major show of allied force around the South China Sea. The weeks-long combat exercises, featuring 16,000 military personnel, have caused alarm and anger in Beijing, but the Philippine army insists these trainings are not directed at a particular country. Benji Hyer reports. todayApril 23, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia And Finally….Warrant Officer Joel Hamukoto helped a woman deliver a baby near Mpungu village Warrant Officer Joel Hamukoto from the Namibia Police Force in the Kavango West Region played a crucial role on Sunday morning as he helped a woman deliver a baby near Mpungu village. NamPol Chief Inspector Raimbert Muronga confirmed the incident in Monday's crime report, detailing how Hamukoto, en route from Namasira Police Checkpoint, encountered the woman in labor along the road. Despite being on his way to fetch water for […] todayApril 23, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa The Limpopo Health Department begins the death registration of 42 bus accident victims The Limpopo Health Department has announced plans to start the death registration of the identified remains of 42 people killed in an Easter weekend bus accident. This process precedes repatriation of the bodies to their families in Botswana. The crash near Mokopane claimed 45 lives, with only an eight-year-old girl surviving. MEC Phophi Ramathuba confirmed that new specimens are being collected for three samples: todayApril 23, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Landless People’s Movement Draws 400 Attendees at Public Meeting in Rundu, Kavango East Landless People's Movement held a public meeting in Rundu in Kavango East. The Ndama gathering attracted around 400 individuals. The party's Duminga Ndala expands. todayApril 22, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa City of Cape Town’s Safety and Security Directorate’s draft budget for the 2024/2025 financial year is out for public comment until the end of the month The City of Cape Town’s Safety and Security Directorate's draft budget for the 2024/2025 financial year is out for public comment until the end of the month. The Directorate's draft capital budget is just under 363-million-rand. Mayoral committee member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says the directorate has a good track record of expenditure, investment, and delivery, both in the enforcement and emergency services environments. todayApril 22, 2024 21
