insert_link World Police in London, Paris and Madrid are on high alert ahead of this week’s Champions League Quarter Finals, after an apparent threat by Islamic State. Police in London, Paris and Madrid are on high alert ahead of this week's Champions League Quarter Finals, after an apparent threat by Islamic State. Organisers say they are aware of the threats, but that the matches will go ahead as planned. Simon Gaitán reports. todayApril 10, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia World Travel Market Africa 2024 Showcases Namibia’s Tourism Diversity The World Travel Market Africa 2024, taking place from today until April 12th, is poised to be a major event in the tourism industry, drawing travel professionals from across the globe to Cape Town. The Namibia Tourism Board's Flora Quest is among the participants, spotlighting Namibia's diverse and rich offerings to the global audience. She has this update. todayApril 10, 2024 38
insert_link Business / Economics Morning Biz News – April 10, 2024: Galp Energia’s N$2.4 Billion Namibian Investment, Rand Strength, and Market Stability Dominate Financial Landscape” Galp Energia Invests N$2.4 Billion in Namibia, Prioritizing Local Suppliers Galp Energia, a prominent player in the energy sector, has announced a significant investment of approximately N$2.4 billion in Namibia's upstream projects in 2023. Notably, over 61% of this investment has been allocated to local suppliers, underlining the company's commitment to fostering local economic growth. Filipe Silva, CEO of Galp Energia, emphasized the company's strategic focus on growth, with a […] todayApril 10, 2024 18
insert_link World UN says aid deliveries into Gaza are still being obstructed The United Nations says its still facing numerous challenges with aid delivery especially into the north of Gaza. It says Israel's inspection rules are still hindering certain items from being transported. However, Israel says several trucks are being allowed to enter the enclave, something the UN disputes. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayApril 10, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia National Petroleum Corporation Alerts Public to Email Scam The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia has issued a warning about a scam involving fraudulent emails purportedly from NamCor. Scammers are using email addresses ending in "namcor-na.com" to trick individuals into paying for Request for Quotation documents. Paulo Coelho, NamCor's Manager of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations, elaborates on the deceptive scheme. todayApril 10, 2024 53
insert_link Namibia FNB House Price Index: Diverse Growth Trends Across Segments and Regions The FNB Namibia House Price Index for Quarter 4 of 2023 showed 1.5% 12-month average growth, down from the previous quarter. Segments varied, with declines in small and medium segments, while large and luxury segments surged. Ruusa Nandago, FNB Namibia Economist, provided insights. todayApril 10, 2024 53
insert_link South Africa uMkhonto weSizwe Party Applauds S.A Electoral Court’s Decision on Jacob Zuma’s Candidacy The uMkhonto weSizwe Party in South Africa has celebrated the decision of the South African Electoral Court to overturn the Electoral Commission's ruling, which disqualified former president Jacob Zuma from contesting a parliamentary seat. The Electoral Commission cited Section 47, stating Zuma's 15-month jail sentence for contempt of court as grounds for disqualification. Nhlamulo Ndhlela, spokesperson for the MK party, hailed the court's decision as a significant victory for the […] todayApril 10, 2024 7
insert_link World Parents of US school shooter sentenced to 10-15 years in prison The parents of a US teenager who killed four students at his high school have been sentenced to 10 to 15 years in prison. James and Jennifer Crumbley were found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in separate trials earlier this year. The case has received much attention, as it's the first time a parent of a school shooter has been held directly responsible for the actions of their child. Sally Patterson […] todayApril 10, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia SWAPO Members Advocate for Extraordinary Congress Despite Constitutional Clarification SWAPO backbencher Jerry Ekandjo and former works ministry permanent secretary Peter Mwatile recently met with SWAPO vice president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to advocate for the party to convene an extraordinary congress. This move comes despite the party's clarification, conveyed by its lawyer Sisa Namandje, that SWAPO's constitution does not explicitly mandate an extraordinary congress to be held three months after the death of a sitting president. todayApril 10, 2024 13