insert_link Business / Economics 9 February 2024 Biz News: Economic Highlights: Namibia’s Diamond Surge, NNPC’s Fuel Price Assurance, and Global Market Updates In the dynamic landscape of global markets, several key developments have unfolded, impacting economies and industries. In this article, we delve into the latest economic highlights, ranging from Namibia's booming diamond production to Nigeria's stance on petrol prices, and the ripple effects of geopolitical tensions on oil prices and currency markets. Namibia's Diamond Production Soars: Namibia has witnessed a significant upswing in rough diamond production, reaching 2.327 million carats in […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 6
insert_link World US Senate to vote on foreign aid bill amid gridlock Lawmakers in the United States Senate are planning to vote on a funding bill that would send billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine and Israel. The bill would provide military, security and humanitarian assistance for the war-torn nations, but it doesn't include US border security measures that were part of a wider package struck down earlier in the week. Benji Hyer reports. todayFebruary 9, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa Partial Reinstatement of Metrorail Services in Western Cape Amidst Vandalism Disruptions Metrorail in the Western Cape has announced the partial reinstatement of train services following severe disruptions caused by vandalism between Bellville and Tygerberg stations. Operational lines now include the Cape Flats Line, Cape Town to Heathfield via Athlone and the Southern Line, Cape Town to Fish Hoek via Wynberg. Efforts are underway to restore the Central Line. Spokesperson Zinobulali Mihi stated that dedicated technicians have been working tirelessly around the […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 19
Namibia Government Leaning Against Proposal to Fly President Geingob’s Body Across Country for Public Farewell Senior government officials are reportedly inclined to reject a proposal to fly President Hage Geingob's body across the country for citizens to pay their last respects. Concerns over safety risks and logistical challenges have been cited as reasons against the idea. A government source emphasized the numerous risks involved in such a plan. While the proposal was allegedly discussed within the funeral planning committee, indications suggest it will not be […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa National Task Team Deployed in Nongoma Following Political Killings: South African Police Take Swift Action Fannie Masemola, the South African National Police Commissioner, has ordered the deployment of the national task team to investigate political killings in the Nongoma area, KwaZulu-Natal. This directive follows the tragic killing of an IFP councillor and a child by unidentified gunmen, with two other children sustaining injuries. Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe reports that the national commissioner has emphasized an exhaustive investigation, urging law enforcement to swiftly apprehend the suspects […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 25
insert_link World Report Links More than 100 Websites Disguised as Local News to Beijing PR Firm A new report linksmore than a hundred websites disguised as local news outlets pushing pro-China content to a Beijing public relations firm. Toronto-based digital watchdog Citizen Lab says there is heightened risk of inadvertent amplification with harmful consequences. Patrick Fok reports. todayFebruary 8, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Founding President Sam Nujoma Expresses Condolences on President Hage Geingob’s Passing Founding President Sam Nujoma signed the condolences book on Wednesday for the late President Hage Geingob, who passed away at 82 on Sunday in a Windhoek hospital. Nujoma, accompanied by his wife Kovambo Nujoma, conveyed heartfelt condolences to former First Lady Monica Geingos at Casa Rosalia in Windhoek. In his message, Nujoma acknowledged the nationwide grief, expressing solidarity with the Geingo family and the entire nation mourning the loss. todayFebruary 8, 2024 12
insert_link World S Korea president urging cooperation over forced labour compensation South Korea’s president is urging businesses in the country to co-operate with companies in Japan in paying damages to the victims of historical cases of forced labour. It comes after Korea’s top court in December upheld decisions ordering Japanese companies to compensate the families of victims who worked without pay under Japan’s colonial rule. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayFebruary 8, 2024 7
insert_link 2 24 Namibia Truck Driver Arrested for Culpable Homicide in Fatal Head-On Collision near Otjiwarongo In a tragic incident outside Otjiwarongo on Wednesday morning, a 37-year-old truck driver has been apprehended on charges of culpable homicide following a head-on collision with a Volkswagen sedan. Namibian Police Force Otjozondjupa Regional Crime Investigations Coordinator, Deputy Commissioner Edna Nawa, confirmed the arrest on Wednesday afternoon. The collision, which occurred on the B1 road south of Otjiwarongo, claimed the life of 25-year-old Francois Seibeb, the sole occupant of the […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 18 24 2
