insert_link South Africa High Court in Western Cape Rejects Bid to Halt Sanction, Upholds Parliament’s Decision African National Congress Member of Parliament, Dipuo Peters, is set to be suspended from all parliamentary activities from today until 28 March. The High Court in the Western Cape dismissed Peters's attempt to halt the sanction, endorsing Parliament's decision. The suspension stems from allegations of state capture during Peters's tenure as the Minister of Transport. The accusations include a failure to appoint a CEO for the Passenger Rail Agency of […] todayJanuary 30, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia SADC Ministers Hold Emergency Meeting on Regional Cholera Outbreak The Southern African Development Community convened an extraordinary meeting of the SADC Council of Ministers to address the ongoing cholera outbreak in multiple member states. SADC Executive Secretary Elias Magosi emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive response at national, regional, and global levels, highlighting the gravity of the situation. todayJanuary 30, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia Germany’s Embassy Boosts Karibib Kindergarten with substantial Donation The Embassy of Germany in Namibia has contributed a generous donation of over $350,000 to a kindergarten in Karibib. The Emmau Children's Facility, located in Usab, sought financial assistance from Ambassador Hutter's office, resulting in this significant contribution. Ambassador Hutter elaborates on the profound impact of this initiative, emphasizing the embassy's commitment to supporting local communities. ENG todayJanuary 30, 2024 41
insert_link Uncategorized Anti-Muslim hate rises in US There's been a jump in cases of anti-Muslim and anti-Palestinian discrimination and hate in the US since the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel. Complaints increased by nearly 180 per cent in the three months afterwards, according to the Council on American-Islamic Relations. todayJanuary 30, 2024 2
insert_link Africa West African Military-Led States Exit ECOWAS Amid Democratic Rule Pressure Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, all under military leadership, have simultaneously announced their immediate departure from the Economic Community of West African States. Local Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas weighs in on the significance of this decision. Salomei Hei the Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence explains the Economic implications this might have. todayJanuary 30, 2024 16
insert_link Business / Economics BIZ NEWS: Economic Developments and Global Partnerships: A Roundup of Recent Updates 1. Trans-Kalahari Railway Tender Nears Conclusion for Crucial Botswana Connection The Namibian government is actively engaged in finalizing the awarding of the Trans-Kalahari railway tender, with the goal of establishing a vital connection with Botswana by the end of the current year. The tender, which concluded in November 2023, garnered significant interest from both international and local companies, reflecting a strategic move towards enhancing regional infrastructure. 2. Arcelormittal South Africa […] todayJanuary 30, 2024 5
insert_link World US Defense Secretary returns to work at Pentagon US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has returned to work at the Pentagon after nearly a month's leave due to prostate cancer. His return comes after 3 US troops were killed in a drone attack in the Middle East.Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayJanuary 30, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa City of Johannesburg Chief Whip Injured in South City Shooting During Official Council Business In a startling turn of events, Sithembiso Zungu, the Chief Whip of the City of Johannesburg, sustained injuries in a shooting incident in the southern part of the city. According to spokesperson Vusi Gumbi, Zungu was engaged in official council business when the incident occurred. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are under investigation, adding an element of concern to the incident involving a prominent municipal figure. todayJanuary 30, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Grootfontein Municipality Under Fire for Controversial N$2.9 Million Payout to Former CEO The Grootfontein Municipality has come under scrutiny as it faced criticism for its decision to pay its former Chief Executive Officer, Kisco Sinvula, a substantial amount of N$2.9 million. A council member in the north-eastern town condemned the move, labeling it as a wasteful expenditure of public funds. This settlement is part of a series of negotiated deals, totaling approximately N$9 million, that the municipality has been entangled in since […] todayJanuary 30, 2024 24
