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South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol vows to reform state after election loss

South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol is vowing to reform state affairs following his party’s crushing parliamentary election defeat on Wednesday. The ruling PPP’s loss to the opposition Democratic Party is seen as a major blow to Yoon’s administration. Chris Gilbert reports.

12 April, 2024

Namibia

Vice President Addresses Severe Drought Concerns, Pledges Mitigation Efforts

Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah underscores the Namibian government's commitment to devising strategies to alleviate the impact of the ongoing drought. Speaking at a Swapo Party central committee meeting, she expressed deep concern over the lack of significant rainfall, highlighting the imminent threat to both people and livestock. With poor rainfall projections, Namibia anticipates a dire agricultural harvest, mirroring challenges faced by neighboring SADC countries like Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, which […]

12 April, 2024

South Africa

Ratings Afrika’s recent report has shed some light on the financial struggles faced by South Africa’s municipalities

Ratings Afrika's recent report has shed some light on the financial struggles faced by South Africa's municipalities, attributing these challenges to weak governance. The report underscores the persistent issues surrounding financial sustainability, which in turn lead to inadequate service delivery for a significant portion of the population. The organisation's analyst Leon Claassen raised concerns about the potential for certain municipalities to become dysfunctional if these issues are not addressed effectively: […]

12 April, 2024

World

FBI warns of coordinated attack on US, following Moscow concert hall killings

The FBI is warning of a possible coordinated attack on the United States. It comes in the wake of an attack in Russia, with ISIS gunmen killing at least 144 people at a concert venue last month. Nick Harper reports from New York.

12 April, 2024

South Africa

South African city of Ekurhuleni’s New Mayor Prioritizes Sustainable Basic Services

Nkosindiphile Xhakaza, the recently elected mayor of the South African city of Ekurhuleni, emphasizes that his primary focus is ensuring the consistent provision of essential services throughout the metro. He takes office as the fourth mayor in less than four years, succeeding Sivuyile Ngodwana of the African Independent Congress, who was ousted in a vote of no confidence last month. Xhakaza, representing the ANC, expresses confidence in his ability to […]

12 April, 2024

World

UNSC again calls on Russia to stop the war in Ukraine

United Nations Security Council members have criticised Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. The Council met on Thursday following Moscow's destruction of the largest power-generating plant in Ukraine's Kyiv region in a missile attack. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

12 April, 2024

Business / Economics

12 April 2024 Morning Biz News: GIPF’s ESG Investments, WeBuyCars IPO, Oil Price Surge, and Currency & Commodity Updates

GIPF Ventures into ESG Investments: The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) is diversifying its investment portfolio by exploring opportunities in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sectors. With a focus on sustainable development, GIPF aims to collaborate with fund managers whose policies align with ESG principles. Targeting initiatives like SDG Namibia One and green climate fund managers, GIPF emphasizes its commitment to responsible investing. WeBuyCars Makes Splash on JSE: South African […]

12 April, 2024

Namibia

Government Raises Income Tax Threshold, Boosting Construction Workers’ Finances

The Namibian Building Workers Pension Fund is upbeat about the government's decision to raise income tax thresholds. Notably, the individual income tax threshold has been doubled from N$50,000 to N$100,000. This means many construction sector workers will be exempt from paying individual income tax. Enwich Kazondu, Executive Principal Officer of the Fund.

12 April, 2024

Namibia

NAMFISA Warns Against Unregistered Healthcare Service Providers Offering Subscription-Based Services

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority alerts the public about unregistered medical practitioners and healthcare service providers offering specialized healthcare services through subscription-based models. These services, including consultations, procedures, medication, and tests, are exchanged for regular membership fees. NAMFISA's spokesperson, Victoria Muranda.

12 April, 2024