insert_link World Google to pay out more than one million U.S. customers over high app prices Google has struck a deal to pay out a total of 700 million dollars to consumers to settle a case over the high fees it charged app developers. Consumers affected are those in the United States and U.S. territories. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. todayDecember 20, 2023 23
insert_link Namibia New Equitable Economic Empowerment Framework Bill is almost ready The impending finalization of the New Equitable Economic Empowerment Framework Bill signals the Namibian government's endeavor to establish the National Equitable Economic Empowerment Bill. This legislation aims to ensure fair distribution, ownership, and administration of Namibia's scarce resources. Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to provide further insights regarding the objectives and implementation of this bill. todayDecember 20, 2023 54
insert_link South Africa The leader of ActionSA insists South Africa’s economy is in a crisis ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba emphasized the critical state of South Africa's economy, citing unprecedented unemployment rates and concerning levels of inequality. He asserted that the party possesses a strategy to revitalize the nation by fostering economic expansion to elevate millions from poverty and rekindle the optimism that characterized South Africa in 1994. Mashaba highlighted ActionSA's unwavering commitment to realizing a future where fairness, equality, and prosperity define the nation's trajectory, […] todayDecember 20, 2023 16
insert_link Namibia Namibia Revolutionary Transport Union concerned over the growing trend of truck hijackings in South Africa The Namibia Revolutionary Transport Union has expressed concern over the growing trend of truck hijackings in South Africa, saying it places the lives of the drivers at risk. The union is therefore calling on employers to put immediate rescue plans in place to safeguard the lives of the drivers. We contacted Stephan Terblanche, the Managing Director of FP du Toit Transport for his comment. todayDecember 20, 2023 33
insert_link Namibia President Hage Geingob says he will be leaving the country in better shape President Hage Geingob says he will be leaving the country in better shape than he found it after his 10 years in office. He said this during a courtesy call by Dundee Precious Metal at State House. Geingob will leave office after his second term comes to an end on 21 March 2025. LPM's Lifalaza Simataa explains how they plan on preparing for next year's elections. todayDecember 20, 2023 3
insert_link World US VP announces ‘fight for reproductive freedoms’ tour US Vice President Kamala Harris is set to begin a nationwide tour focused on abortion rights in January, her office has announced. The "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour will include events across the country, beginning in the state of Wisconsin. Abortion access is set to become a key issue in next year's general election. Sally Patterson has more. todayDecember 20, 2023 39
insert_link South Africa Western Cape government is urging residents to join forces with the Law Enforcement during the festive season The Western Cape government is urging residents to join forces with the Law Enforcement Advancement Plan officers during the festive season to foster safer communities. Over the past month, these officers seized 27 firearms and carried out 1,253 arrests from October 30th to December 3rd, concentrating on areas with high crime rates. Reagen Allen, the MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety, praised the relentless endeavors of LEAP officers in […] todayDecember 20, 2023 16
insert_link 2 Namibia Otjinene Village Council service 17 plots in 2023 Otjinene's Village Council has been able to service only 17 plots amounting to N$1.7 million in the main area of the village due to financial constraints. Sylvester Kavita, the village council chairperson, revealed in an interview with Nampa on Monday that the limited funding has hindered their capacity to develop more plots, as the process of servicing plots requires substantial capital. Kavita further highlighted that Otjinene has managed to attract […] todayDecember 20, 2023 23 2
insert_link South Africa An SA political expert says reconciliation and unity has been undermined by state failure SA Political analyst and associate professor at Wits School of Governance, William Gumede, says reconciliation and unity in South Africa have been undermined by state failures and corruption. His comments were made as the country commemorated Reconciliation Day under the theme ‘Strengthening Unity and Social Cohesion.’ Gumede expressed concern that leaders are not governing in the interests of South Africans. todayDecember 18, 2023 6
