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Suspect Arrested in Fatal Oshakati Bar Stabbing Incident

A suspect involved in a fatal stabbing at a bar in Oshakati's Oneshila Evululuko location has been arrested following a manhunt by the Namibian Police Force in the Oshana region. The suspect, from Oshandumbala village, was apprehended with the help of his parents and is charged with murder and attempted murder. The incident occurred after the suspect engaged in a fight with the deceased, allegedly provoked by having wine thrown […]

15 April, 2024

Uncategorized

U.S V.P Harris blasts Trump as ‘architect’ of abortion health crisis

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has blasted Donald Trump for the unraveling of abortion rights in America…calling him the "architect of this healthcare crisis." She made the remarks during a fiery campaign speech in Tucson, Arizona on Friday - just days after the state's top court upheld a law from 1864 - criminalizing and banning nearly all abortions. Toni Waterman has more.

15 April, 2024

Africa

Hundreds rally in Niger’s capital to push for U.S. military departure

Hundreds rallied in Niger's capital urging the exit of U.S. troops, following the ruling junta's decision to terminate a military agreement with the United States and accept Russian military instructors- according to Reuters reports. The demonstrators, reminiscent of past anti-French protests, marched through central Niamey waving Nigerien flags, echoing the sentiment that led to the withdrawal of France's forces after a coup last year.

15 April, 2024

World

Guterres calls for calm in the Middle East

Diplomats in the UN Security Council called for restraint following Iran's drone attack on Israel on Saturday. The council met for an emergency meeting on Sunday with members fearing a full-blown spillover of the conflict in the region. Jody Jacobs reports from the U.N HQ in New York.

15 April, 2024

World

The U.S is urging restraint as Israel weighs up how to respond to Iran’s unprecedented attack

The U.S is urging restraint as Israel weighs up how to respond to Iran's unprecedented attack. President Joseph Biden has spoken to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and pledged support, but also cautioned against retaliation that could widen the Middle East conflict. Nick Harper reports from Washington.

15 April, 2024

Africa

U.S to announce additional $100 million in aid to respond to Sudan conflict

The United States is set to unveil an extra $100 million in aid on Sunday to address the conflict in Sudan, as per a statement reviewed by Reuters. This move by Washington aims to encourage international action ahead of the war's anniversary. According to the statement by Samantha Power, Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development, the additional funding, initially disclosed by Reuters, will be directed towards emergency food […]

15 April, 2024

Namibia

Namibians Await Promises Fulfilled: A Look at Political Performance Over 34 Years

Over the span of 34 years, many Namibians have faced disappointment as political leaders' promises, including improvements in healthcare, education, and housing, have largely remained unfulfilled. Professor Ndumba Kamwanya, a political analyst, provides insight into whether the government has acknowledged these shortcomings and extended apologies to the nation.

15 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia Extends Timeline for Implementation of Electronic Fund Transfer Regulations

The Bank of Namibia has announced a postponement in the implementation of the new regulations governing electronic fund transfers within the national Payment System Determination. Sandra Garises, the bank's principal communication officer, disclosed that PSD-9, initially set to take effect by the end of April, will now be enforced on September 30, 2024. She explains what it entails.

15 April, 2024

Health / Medical

South Africa Recalls Johnson & Johnson Children’s Cough Syrup Over Concerns, Ben Nangombe weighs in with Namibia’s response

South Africa's health regulator has declared the recall of several batches of Johnson & Johnson's children's cough syrup due to the discovery of heightened levels of diethylene glycol. These affected batches were distributed across South Africa, Eswatini, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Nigeria. Ben Nangombe, the executive director at the Ministry of Health, provided insights into the local response during an interview with Future Media News.

15 April, 2024