insert_link Namibia Ohangwena Governor Urges Voter Registration Ahead of November Election Ohangwena governor, Sebastian Ndeitunga urged eligible voters to register for their voter cards to enable them to vote in the upcoming November election.. From the northern parts of our country, Maria Namupala sent this report. todayJune 10, 2024 41
insert_link World End of first week in testimony about drug use by US President’s son in gun purchase case Naomi Biden , granddaughter of the U.S President Joseph Biden, is the latest high-profile witness to give evidence in a case against her father Hunter Biden. She talked about how 'well' she thought he was doing at the time of a gun purchase back in 2018. But the prosecution showed text messages to the contrary. Caroline Malone reports. todayJune 10, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa South African Church Leaders Urge Inclusive Government The South African Council of Churches concluded a special meeting of the National Church Leaders Forum, focusing on the country's political direction as parties negotiate a government of national unity. SACC President, Thabo Makgoba stressed the urgent need to form a government that benefits all South Africans. He called on political leaders to prioritize inclusivity, peace, and stability todayJune 10, 2024 11
insert_link Uncategorized South Korea blasts propaganda and weather updates into North Korea South Korea is resuming the broadcast of propaganda messages across the border with the North. It comes as Seoul abandons a 2018 deescalating military pact, heightening tensions around the demilitarized zone. Chris Gilbert reports. todayJune 10, 2024 43
insert_link Business / Economics 10 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Business News Highlights: Namibia’s Ocean as Economic Pillar, Volkswagen’s Power Supply Challenges, Oil Price Decline, and Euro’s Reaction to Macron’s Election Call Namibia’s Ocean: A Vital Economic Resource President Nangolo Mbumba has underscored the significance of Namibia's ocean, describing it as a crucial economic resource for the country. Annually, the ocean generates N$10 billion and contributes 5% to Namibia's GDP. According to The Brief, Mbumba emphasized that this vital asset supports thousands of jobs and ensures food security but is under significant threat from climate change and human activities. The president called […] todayJune 10, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Graham Hopwood Shares Key Insights on Namibia’s Open Budget Survey Report Graham Hopwood, Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, provided illuminating insights during the Hilton release event for the Open Budget Survey Report on Namibia. todayJune 10, 2024 44
insert_link South Africa Eskom Justifies Power Station Shutdown Delays to S.A’s Climate Commission Eskom has reassured the South African Presidential Climate Commission that delaying the shutdown of several power stations is necessary. CEO, Dan Marokane told the commission that postponing the decommissioning of Camden, Hendrina, and Grootvlei coal-fired stations until 2030 will cost the utility between 85 and 90 billion rand. Despite the substantial costs, Marokane insists the delays are essential to maintain energy supply. todayJune 10, 2024 6
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Basic Income Grant Coalition’s Rinaani Musutua on Electricity Tariff Increases Windhoek, Namibia – The Basic Income Grant Coalition, represented by Rinaani Musutua, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed tariff increases by the City of Windhoek. These increases, which encompass essential services such as water and electricity, are currently under review by the Electricity Control Board (ECB). Economic Hardship and Mismanagement Rinaani Musutua highlighted the financial struggles faced by many Namibians, stating that this is not the appropriate time […] todayJune 10, 2024 18
insert_link Africa Court Appearance for Over 50 Defendants in Failed Congo Coup More than 50 defendants, including six individuals holding U.S., British, Canadian, or Belgian citizenship, appeared in court in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday according to reports by Reuters. They are charged with participating in a failed coup and other serious offenses that could result in the death penalty. The charges stem from an incident on May 19, when armed men briefly occupied a presidential office in the capital, […] todayJune 10, 2024 7