insert_link Uncategorized China Pledges to Stabilise Markets But Gives No Detail Authorities in China say they will make efforts to stabilise markets after shares sank to a five year low on Friday. A massive selloff has seen more than $6 trillion of value wiped off the market. Patrick Fok reports. todayFebruary 5, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Eskom Adjusts Load-Shedding Levels for Short-Term Stability In response to improvements in the power system stability, Eskom has temporarily reduced load-shedding to stage two until four this afternoon. However, due to anticipated weekday electricity demand, the power utility will resume stage three load-shedding from four this afternoon until five tomorrow morning. This alternating pattern of stage two in the morning and stage three in the afternoon will persist until further notice. Eskom's spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena, highlights the […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of President Hage Geingob In a heartfelt statement, Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta hailed Geingob as a distinguished servant of the people, an exceptional statesman, and a wise leader whose impact will be deeply missed. Kenyatta conveyed his condolences, stating, "No words can sufficiently convey the magnitude of the loss as President Geingob was a distinguished servant of the people, an outstanding statesman, and a great leader full of wisdom. He extended his thoughts and […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 7
insert_link World US jobs data smashes expectations. The US added 353,000 jobs in January, a much better showing than expected, suggesting the labor market remains robust. The unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7 percent. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayFebruary 5, 2024 12
insert_link World US vows “further action” after targeting Iraq, Syria, Yemen The United States has vowed "further action" after three days of strikes against Iran-backed militia in the Middle East. The White House is also refusing to rule out hitting targets inside Iran. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayFebruary 5, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Global Leaders Extend Condolences to Namibia Following President Dr. Hage G Geingob’s Passing In the wake of President Dr. Hage G Geingob's passing on Sunday, Namibia witnessed a significant outpouring of condolences from world leaders. Notable countries, including Mozambique, Somalia, Nigeria, Germany, China, and various South American states, expressed their heartfelt sympathies. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's presidency spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, conveyed their condolences. todayFebruary 5, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia President Dr. Nangola Mbumba Shares Insights in an Exclusive with Future Media News’ Angie Scholtz In the early hours of Sunday morning, Namibian President Hage Geingob, aged 82, breathed his last at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital, following treatment for cancerous cells detected during a medical examination. Angie Scholtz from Future Media News exclusively spoke to Namibia's 4th president, His Excellency President Dr. Nangola Mbumba. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, as announced family spokesperson […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 30
insert_link Namibia CEO of Namibia’s Cancer Association, Rolf Hansen, offers his condolences. In a solemn announcement on World Cancer Day, the Namibian Presidency conveyed the somber news of President Dr. Hage G. Geingob's passing on the 4th of February. The official press statement revealed that the President breathed his last just after midnight, surrounded by his close relatives who stood by him during his final moments. CEO of Namibia's Cancer Association, Rolf Hansen. todayFebruary 5, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Opposition Leader Mchenry Venaani Mourns President Hage Geingob’s Passing Expressing profound sorrow, Mchenry Venaani, the Leader of the Popular Democratic Movement, conveyed deep sadness regarding the passing of President Hage Geingob. Venaani emphasized that the loss of President Geingob is a significant setback not only for Namibia but also for the entire African continent. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in Windhoek, local lawyer and family spokesperson Sisa Namandje has […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 26
