insert_link Namibia Investigation Launched by Namibian Police in Erongo Region Following Discovery of Newborn’s Body The Namibian Police Force in the Erongo Region has launched an investigation into a distressing case of baby dumping following the discovery of a newborn baby boy's lifeless body at a dumping site in Walvis Bay. The grim find was made on Wednesday morning by an employee of a local subcontractor company responsible for managing waste disposal in the area. Upon finding the baby among the bushes at the dumping […] todayApril 5, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa SA union Numsa Petitions Labour Court to Validate Strike Action Against Road Accident Fund South Africa's Metalworkers' Union, Numsa, has lodged a request with the Labour Court seeking legal recognition for its strike action against the Road Accident Fund. This comes as a response to an interim order granted to the fund last month, which aimed to halt the strike and thwart a planned march to the Department of Transport offices. Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, Numsa's spokesperson, asserts in court documents that the fund's classification under […] todayApril 5, 2024 36
insert_link World A judge in Georgia has rejected calls from Donald Trump’s legal team to dismiss his election interference case on the grounds of free speech todayApril 5, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa South African Union Expresses Concern Over Persistent Corruption Crisis in SA The South African union federation, Saftu, expresses deep concern over the escalating corruption crisis, citing the recent Corruption Perception Index report. According to the latest findings, corruption levels have remained alarmingly high for 12 consecutive years, with over two-thousand complaints lodged last year alone across various sectors including mining, policing, and business. Saftu spokesperson Trevor Shaku highlights the pervasive nature of corruption, ranging from illicit mining activities to bribery within […] todayApril 5, 2024 24
insert_link World British Billionaire avoids prison for insider trading British Billionaire Joe Lewis whose family trust owns Tottenham Hotspur Football Club has avoided jail time after pleading guilty to insider trading. But a judge in New York fined the 87-year-old five million dollars and gave him three years probation. William Denselow reports. todayApril 5, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Local Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya weighs in on Namibian leadership dynamics, corruption and resignations ActionSA has greeted the belated resignation of South Africa's National Assembly Speaker with approval, emphasizing the need for accountability following the ANC's departure. Party leader Herman Mashaba perceives this development as a crucial stride towards expeditious prosecution. Local political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya offers insights into the dynamics of Namibian leadership. todayApril 5, 2024 5
insert_link Namibia ICT Minister Emma Theofelus Enthusiastic About Upcoming 5G Launch Emma Theofelus, the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, expressed enthusiasm regarding the forthcoming introduction of 5G technology in Namibia. She emphasized Namibia's track record as a frontrunner in embracing cutting-edge technologies within the SADC region, citing the nation's early adoption of 3G and 4G networks. todayApril 5, 2024 55
insert_link South Africa SA’s EFF Criticizes Post Office Layoffs, Calls for State-Owned Enterprise Reform South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters have condemned the dismissal of 4,700 South African Post Office employees, attributing it to business rescue actions and deeming it heartless and unfair. The party holds the ANC government accountable for mismanaging state-owned enterprises and suggests debt relief and modernization for SAPO under an EFF-led administration. Despite significant financial support, EFF spokesperson Leigh-Ann Mathys notes SAPO's ongoing financial struggles, worsened by the closure of 235 […] todayApril 5, 2024 5
insert_link World US Treasury Secretary to China amid continued tensions US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is in China just days after President Joseph Biden spoke to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Her five-day visit comes as the two countries try to maintain stable relations amid mounting challenges. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayApril 5, 2024 28