insert_link Namibia Windhoek’s Mayor Turnover Hindering Goal Achievement according to Political Analyst Over the past decade, Windhoek has seen more than 9 mayors, with terms reduced from 2-year tenures to just one since the reign of Muesee Kazapua in 2019. This frequent turnover has significantly impacted the ability of these leaders to accomplish important goals they have set out to achieve. Political Analyst Erika Thomas provides insights on the matter. todayApril 3, 2024 30
insert_link Namibia Petrol and diesel price increases The Mines and Energy ministry has announced a petrol price increase of N$1.52 per litre, effective midnight. Additionally, both diesel grades will see an increase of 72 cents per litre. Stella-Maris Amadhila, an economist at the Ministry of Mines and Energy, provides insights on the matter. todayApril 3, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia Telecom Namibia Reports over 400K Active Mobile Subscribers as Deactivation Process Concludes Telecom Namibia has announced that as of March 31, 2024, there are a total of 442,410 active mobile subscribers following the completion of the deactivation process. After this process, Telecom Namibia will maintain a base of 250,812 registered prepaid subscribers. Nomvula Kambinda, spokesperson for Telecom, provides further details. todayApril 3, 2024 54
insert_link Business / Economics 03 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Paladin Energy’s Langer Heinrich Mine Achieves Production Milestone Paladin Energy, a prominent player in the uranium mining sector, has recently announced a significant milestone at its Langer Heinrich Mine. The company disclosed that the mine has achieved its first production milestone following a successful restart. This development comes as a result of strategic initiatives undertaken by Paladin Energy to resume operations at the Langer Heinrich uranium mine. In May 2022, Paladin Energy unveiled plans to raise N$169 million […] todayApril 3, 2024 16
insert_link World Biden & Xi discuss Taiwan and AI US President Joseph Biden and China's president Xi Jinping have spoken about Taiwan, AI and regular communication in their first conversation since November. The leaders of the two global superpowers both reportedly engaged in tough issues as a way to manage their often rocky relationship. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayApril 3, 2024 27
insert_link World Trump pays $175 million bond Donald Trump has posted a 175 million dollar bond tied to his civil fraud case. This comes a week after an appeals court substantially reduced the amount the former president needed to pay. William Denselow reports from New York. todayApril 3, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa DA Calls for Urgent Debate and Vote on Motion of No Confidence Against SA’s National Assembly Speaker The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has demanded an immediate debate and vote on a motion of no confidence against the country's National Assembly Speaker, Mapisa-Nqakula. The party argues that Parliament must hold the speaker accountable, citing serious allegations against her, including charges of corruption and money laundering. Siviwe Gwarube of the DA emphasizes that the integrity and credibility of the National Assembly are on the line. todayApril 3, 2024 39
insert_link Namibia Prosecutor General Investigates Alleged Looting of SME Bank Martha Imalwa, the Prosecutor General, has stated that she and her team are meticulously examining documents that detail the alleged looting of the Small and Medium Enterprises Bank. This scrutiny aims to determine whether any criminal activities contributed to the bank's closure in 2017. The directive came after Supreme Court judge Dave Smuts instructed the court's registrar to provide a set of documents filed by the bank's liquidators in the […] todayApril 3, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia 28 Rhino Poachings recorded in 2024 The Environment, Forestry, and Tourism ministry has reported a total of 28 rhinos poached since the beginning of the year, with no cases of elephant poaching recorded. In a press statement released on Monday, MEFT spokesperson Romeo Muyunda disclosed that 19 of the rhinos were poached in the Etosha National Park, with 10 discovered during dehorning operations conducted throughout March. Additionally, Muyunda confirmed reports of four white rhinos poached on […] todayApril 2, 2024 21