insert_link Namibia Man Burned Beyond Recognition in Rosh Pinah Shack Fire with Investigation Underway A man, whose age is yet to be determined, was reportedly burned beyond recognition in a shack fire at Rosh Pinah in the ||Kharas Region. According to Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, the Namibian Police Force crime investigations coordinator for the ||Kharas region, the deceased individual has been identified as Mutaleni Werner, and his next of kin have been notified of his death. The fire occurred on Monday morning between 1 […] todayApril 2, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia NamPol Opens Attempted Murder Case Against Mentally Challenged Man for Attacking Grandmother In the Oshikoto region, the Namibian Police Force has initiated an attempted murder case against a 36-year-old mentally challenged man. He allegedly attacked his 89-year-old grandmother with a panga. According to Deputy Commissioner Wynand Neels, the Head of Crime Prevention in the region, the incident occurred around 7am on Saturday at Okapanda village in Oshikoto's Oniipa constituency. Both the victim and the suspect reside in the same house in Okapanda […] todayApril 2, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa DA Criticizes ANC, Claims South Africa Falling Behind in Embracing 21st Century Connectivity The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has highlighted that Argentina has overtaken South Africa in embracing 21st-century connectivity and global integration, citing the recent announcement of Argentina gaining access to Space X's Starlink internet connectivity, founded by South African-born Elon Musk. Natasha Mazzone of the DA criticized the ANC's reluctance, alleging that instead of embracing the digital age, the ANC is focused on maintaining control. todayApril 2, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa Deadline Looms for Appeals as SA Electoral Court Faces Challenges Ahead of May 29 Elections Today marks the deadline for political parties or candidates, including former president Jacob Zuma, who are discontented with objections raised for the May 29 elections, to appeal to the Electoral Court. The Independent Electoral Commission received a total of 82 objections against candidates nominated by 21 political parties. Among these objections, 31 implicated eight candidates, alleging their disqualification due to criminal records or convictions. Notably, the IEC has upheld an […] todayApril 2, 2024 16
insert_link World U.S Authorities to open alternate shipping route in Baltimore U.S Authorities are planning to open a temporary alternate channel in the US city of Baltimore, to allow some marine traffic to enter the port. Cleanup efforts are underway there after a cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge last week - blocking access to the busy cargo terminal. But the operation is being complicated by fast-moving waters and dangerous conditions underneath the surface. Salvage experts say clearing […] todayApril 2, 2024 27
insert_link Business / Economics Yango Leads Digital Transportation Shift in Namibia In Namibia's lively streets, a digital revolution is reshaping how people navigate from point A to B, with Yango emerging as the nation's top transportation app. In an exclusive interview, CJ Dumeni, Yango's Country Manager, emphasized a pivotal aspect of Yango's approach. todayApril 2, 2024 65
insert_link Business / Economics Mines and Energy ministry announces Delays with Online Portal Launch and License Applications In a recent announcement, the Mines and Energy ministry has postponed the long-awaited unveiling of its online portal, including the rollout of online license applications. This strategic decision aims to guarantee the smooth operation of the system, but it brings forth numerous implications for stakeholders within the mining sector. todayApril 2, 2024 30
insert_link Business / Economics Mines Ministry Delays Online Portal Launch: What You Need to Know In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Mines and Energy revealed a delay in the launch of its highly anticipated online portal, along with the introduction of online license applications. This decision, made in the interest of ensuring a smooth implementation process, carries significant implications for stakeholders within the mining sector. Here's a detailed breakdown of the situation: Reasons Behind the Delay: Initially scheduled for April 4th and 5th, 2024, […] todayApril 2, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa SA’s Health Minister to Oversee Recovery Efforts in Limpopo Bus Crash Tragedy Today, SA's Health Minister Joe Phaahla will supervise the progress made by health authorities in Limpopo as they endeavor to identify and repatriate the victims and remains of a bus crash. Last week Thursday, forty-five individuals lost their lives in the accident that transpired at the Mmamatlakala bridge on the R518 in Limpopo, as a bus carrying passengers from Botswana to Moria crashed. According to Foster Mohale, spokesperson for the […] todayApril 2, 2024 5
