insert_link South Africa The ANC has obtained ownership of the uMkhonto we Sizwe trademark amid a legal dispute with the MK Party The ANC has obtained ownership of the uMkhonto we Sizwe trademark amid a legal dispute with the MK Party. According to News24, documents from the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission indicates that the trademark, previously held by Legacy Projects, is now 'assigned' to the ANC. Legacy Projects director Rapitse Montsho clarified the transfer process, affirming the ANC's ownership. todayApril 17, 2024 35
Namibia Katutura Residents Challenge City of Windhoek’s Financial Policies In a bold move to confront what they perceive as unfair and discriminatory practices by the City of Windhoek, members of the Katutura Central Residents Committee took decisive action and met with the Ombudsman. Led by activist Shaun Gariseb, the residents directly challenged the city's leadership over their handling of financial matters, particularly regarding the recent "Swakopmund" S&T conference. todayApril 17, 2024 33
insert_link Business / Economics 17 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Exploring the Latest in Business News As the global economic landscape continues to evolve, let's delve into the latest developments shaping the world of business and finance. Galp Energia Unveils Extensive Exploration Campaign Galp Energia, a key player in the energy sector, has set forth ambitious plans for a comprehensive exploration campaign spanning three years within Petroleum Exploration Licence 83. This initiative entails the drilling of 10 exploration and appraisal wells, coupled with extensive flow testing. […] todayApril 17, 2024 4
insert_link Business / Economics Independent Researcher Offers Key Insights on Bank of Namibia’s Repo Rate Decision In an interview with our news team, Independent business and economic researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama provided valuable insights into the factors influencing the Bank of Namibia's decision regarding the repo rate. The Bank of Namibia will announce repo rate today. The previous interest rate decision was to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7.75 percent. todayApril 17, 2024 41
insert_link World U.S Supreme Courts hears Jan 6 arguments The U.S Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Tuesday about a federal law used to charge more than 300 people who attacked the US Capitol on January 6th 2021. The court's decision could have ramifications for Donald Trump, who has been charged with the same offence. The former President has pleaded not guilty, calling the charges politically motivated. Sally Patterson has more. todayApril 17, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Wealth Report Projects Namibia’s Millionaire Population Set to Surge Namibia is expected to see a surge in its millionaire population, with projections suggesting an addition of 2,000 millionaires over the next decade, marking an 85% increase from the current 2,300 millionaires. This growth is attributed to Namibia's status as one of Africa's top 10 wealthiest nations, attracting investments and high-net-worth individuals. As of December last year, there were approximately 2,300 individuals in Namibia with wealth exceeding US$1 million, and […] todayApril 17, 2024 35
insert_link South Africa Newly elected Ekurhuleni mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza of the ANC has announced a ten-member mayoral executive committee. Newly elected Ekurhuleni mayor, Nkosindiphile Xhakaza of the ANC has announced a ten-member mayoral executive committee. The EFF has retained its five seats in the committee while the ANC has four. Former mayor, Sivuyile Ngodwana, of the African Independent Congress is now the mayoral committee member for Corporate and Shared Services. The ANC and EFF are coalition partners in the metro. Xhakaza says the members were elected based on their […] todayApril 16, 2024 44
insert_link Namibia Police Hunt for Escaped Inmate Denzel Blauw in Tses Village Authorities in Tses are on the lookout for 21-year-old Denzel Blauw, who absconded from police custody on Sunday afternoon. According to Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, the inmate was temporarily taken out of the holding cells for charging. However, upon completion of the process, he was inadvertently left unattended by the two officers on duty, who subsequently failed to return him to his cell promptly. Efforts to locate Blauw proved futile […] todayApril 16, 2024 10
insert_link World Israel’s war cabinet has met again to discuss how to respond to Iran’s drone and missile attacks on Saturday Israel's war cabinet has met again to discuss how to respond to Iran's drone and missile attacks on Saturday. No decision has been announced. World leaders have been urging restraint to avoid wider regional escalation. Israel's ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely says there needs to be a response of some kind. todayApril 16, 2024 23
