insert_link World President Biden claims Donald Trump is threat to democracy US President Joe Biden says his top rival for the White House, Donald Trump, poses an existential threat to the country. In a speech on Friday, Mr Biden warned that "democracy is on the ballot" this year and that if Trump wins the vote, he could become "a dictator on day one." The address, at a historic Revolutionary War site, marked three years since the deadly January 6th assault on […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Hippo Rollers project aids informal settlers in Otjiwarongo An Otjiwarongo resident has introduced a method to aid individuals living in informal settlements with water transportation. Ignatius Dawids, the pioneer of the Hippo Roller project, discussed this initiative with Future Media News, highlighting its expansion to towns like Otavi and Otjiwarongo. todayJanuary 8, 2024 16
insert_link World Supreme Court to decide whether Trump can appear in Colorado ballot The US Supreme Court is set to hear arguments next month over whether Donald Trump should be allowed on the ballot in the state of Colorado. The outcome will have a major impact on the upcoming presidential election. Ira Spitzer has more. todayJanuary 8, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Services of Namibia reiterates the importance of donations Namibians are once again encouraged to support blood donation efforts nationwide. Titus Shivute from NamBTS shared insights on the current situation as the festive season approaches its end. todayJanuary 8, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Education ministry opened 16 new schools The Education ministry has taken steps to tackle the issue of limited space during the academic year by inaugurating 16 new schools. Sanet Steenkamp, the executive director of the education ministry, highlighted this initiative, mentioning that it's on a smaller scale. Steenkamp also noted the provision of over 700 teaching positions to all regional directors. Additionally, the ED provided further details on the impending release of the Ordinary and Advanced […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 37
insert_link South Africa Department of Tourism in South Africa says the decrease in the fuel price will facilitate ease of access to tourist attractions The Department of Tourism in South Africa says the decrease in the fuel price will facilitate ease of access to tourist attractions, and contribute to growing tourism communities in South Africa. The department’s Spokesperson, Tasneem Carrim says the country has a wealth of diverse tourism and cultural offerings nestled in their small dorpies, townships, and villages. She says this part of the domestic market is the backbone of the tourism […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 6
insert_link World US National Rifle Association head, Wayne LaPierre resigns Embattled head of the National Rifle Association, Wayne LaPierre has resigned. LaPierre headed the U.S' largest gun-rights group for close to three decades and is set to go on trial in New York for alleged corruption at the nonprofit organization. Jody Jacobs has more from New York. todayJanuary 8, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa The Freedom Front Plus in SA requests an urgent Portfolio Committee meeting, following Outa’s latest NSFAS report The Freedom Front Plus in SA requested an urgent meeting of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Higher Education, Science, and Innovation after the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse’s new allegations of corruption once again rocked the National Student Financial Aid Scheme. NSFAS has been in a state of emergency ever since it was saddled with delivering on the ANC’s promise of free higher education in 2018. The FF Plus’s Wynand Boshoff […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 8
insert_link 3 Namibia A five per cent increase in road accidents and two per cent increase in road-related injuries were recorded nationwide A five per cent increase in road accidents and two per cent increase in road-related injuries were recorded between 07 November 2023 and 01 January 2024, Namibian Police Force Inspector-General, Lieutenant-General Joseph Shikongo, has said. Shikongo was speaking at the Oshiko roadblock in Ongwediva on Thursday, comparing road crash statistics for 2023/24 with that of the same period in 2022/23. Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova offers her view on safety. todayJanuary 8, 2024 25 3
