insert_link Namibia ‘Give an Hour for Earth’: Hage Geingob Stadium Hosts Tree Planting Event for Earth Hour Namibia 2024 In a move towards environmental stewardship and community engagement, the Hage Geingob Stadium served as the venue for the 'Give an Hour for Earth' tree planting event on Tuesday, commemorating Earth Hour Namibia 2024. The event, themed 'Give an Hour for Earth,' paid tribute to Namibia's late President, Dr. Hage Geingob. Martha Kautanevalli, Miss Earth Namibia 2023, emphasized the importance of personal responsibility in nurturing a healthier planet during her […] todayMarch 20, 2024 22
insert_link World South Korea and US hold conflict river crossing drills South Korea and the US are conducting a joint river crossing exercise to improve their cooperation when infrastructure becomes damaged during conflict. The annual 14 day drills come as North Korea launched at least three ballistic missiles on Monday. Chris Gilbert reports. todayMarch 20, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa Calls for SA’s National Assembly Speaker to Resign Intensify Amid Corruption Allegations Pressure mounts on SA National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to resign following a raid by the Hawks at her Johannesburg home. The investigation centers on allegations that she received over two million rand in cash from a former military contractor during her tenure as Defence minister. Congress of the People joins calls for resignation, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations. todayMarch 20, 2024 26
insert_link World Former Trump-adviser Navarro reports to prison The former White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has reported to prison to begin his four month sentence. He's the first senior Trump official to serve time as part of efforts to overturn the 2020 election result. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayMarch 20, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa uMkhonto we Sizwe Party Asserts Registration Decision Unreviewable Amid ANC Challenge The uMkhonto we Sizwe party has stated that the decision by South Africa's Deputy Chief Electoral Official, Mawethu Mosery, to register their party is not open to review by the Electoral Court. This statement comes in response to a case filed by the African National Congress in the Electoral Court in Bloemfontein, seeking to invalidate the registration of the MK party. Dali Mpofu, representing the MK party, accuses the ANC […] todayMarch 20, 2024 10
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Landless People’s Movement Condemns NamDeb Housing Policy: A Case of Exploitation In a recent development concerning housing policies in Oranjemund, Namibia, the Landless People's Movement (LPM) has voiced its concerns over the actions of NamDeb, a diamond mining company operating in the region. Lifalaza Simataa, a prominent figure within the LPM, has raised alarm over NamDeb's decision to alter its housing arrangements for employees, shifting from providing accommodation and meals to now mandating employees to seek residency in company-owned flats at […] todayMarch 20, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Landless People’s Movement Raises Concerns Over Housing Policies in Oranjemund The Landless People's Movement has raised concerns over a recent housing policy change by NamDeb, a diamond mining company operating in Oranjemund. Lifalaza Simataa of the party has voiced alarm over NamDeb's decision to transition from providing accommodation and meals to requiring employees to seek residency in company-owned flats at their own expense. todayMarch 20, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics SA Retailer Confidence Wanes in Q1 Amid Election Uncertainty Despite heightened sales volumes, South Africa's retailer confidence has dwindled in the first quarter, likely due to consumer apprehension about purchasing significant items ahead of the national election. The Bureau for Economic Research's recent survey indicated a decline in confidence levels to 34 index points, with profitability remaining subdued. Nonetheless, non-durable goods retailers experienced improved volume growth, while textiles, clothing, and footwear retailers saw a resurgence in sales volumes. todayMarch 20, 2024 5
insert_link World Five US states hold primaries Voters in five US states are voting to choose who they want leading the Democratic and Republican parties in November's presidential election. It comes a week after President Joseph Biden and former President Donald Trump reached the required number of delegates to become their parties' nominees. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayMarch 20, 2024 11
