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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

FUTURE MEDIA NEWS

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Africa

Kenya’s Impeached Deputy President Gachagua Claims Security Withdrawn, Blames Ruto

Kenya's impeached deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, claimed on Sunday that his security detail had been withdrawn, placing his safety at risk as per Reuters. Gachagua, who has dismissed the charges against him as politically motivated, stated that President William Ruto would be held responsible if anything happened to him. He expressed frustration, calling it "the most unfortunate thing" that Ruto, whom he supported in the 2022 elections, would allow such […]

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South Africa

GOOD Party In S.A Emphasizes Collaboration for Stability in Tshwane

In S.A, the GOOD party in Tshwane says the ability of the new executive to work collaboratively is essential to bring stability to the capital, improve service delivery and maintain financial recovery. The GOOD party's Sarah Mabotsa says the it will be working within the new Tshwane Mayoral Committee to ensure they revitalise the city for the benefit of all residents:      

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World

Trump Works McDonald’s Drive-Through, Takes Jab at Harris’ College Job Claim

  Former U.S President Donald Trump served food at a McDonald's drive-through in Pennsylvania as part of his campaign on Sunday. He used the opportunity to question Vice President Kamala Harris' claim that she worked at McDonald's during college. Trump humorously remarked that his brief stint at the fast-food chain had already surpassed Harris' time there, surprising drivers by handing out fries.     Meanwhile, Harris spent her 60th birthday […]

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Local

REBUTAL: FALSE ALLEGATIONS OF CORRUPT CONDUCT IN THE AWARD OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE PRODUCTION OF BALLOT PAPERS TO REN-FORM CC

1. The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) unequivocally refutes the malicious and baseless allegations being circulated regarding the award of the contract for the procurement of ballot papers for the November 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections, as announced on 17 October 2024. These allegations, intended to discredit the Commission and undermine public confidence in the electoral process, are false and misleading. Such unfounded claims are made to cast a […]

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Business / Economics

21 October 2024 Morning Biz News: October Highlights and Financial Indicators

  In October, Pupkewitz Megabuild reported a significant year-on-year decline in its basket value, setting it apart among the four major hardware stores in Windhoek, as noted in The Brief survey. The store experienced a 15.25% decrease in basket value compared to October 2023, although there was a slight month-on-month increase of 0.15%. In global economic news, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that the BRICS group is expected to lead […]

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Business / Economics

Windhoek Approves 1,423 Building Plans in this year Despite Slight Decline in Units

The City of Windhoek has approved 1,423 building plans so far this year, totaling N$1.62 billion, according to the latest data. IJG Securities reports that this reflects a 1.9% decrease of 27 units compared to the same period last year. However, the overall value of the approvals has experienced a notable increase of 56.7%. Here's the local authority's Lydia Amutenya:    

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South Africa

South African Union Cosatu Welcomes Tabling of Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill

    South African Union, Cosatu, has welcomed Mineral and Petroleum Resources minister Gwede Mantashe’s announcement of government’s intention to table the long-delayed Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill at Parliament. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says key provisions in the bill seek to improve the safety of mineworkers, and ensure all employers are held accountable for fulfilling their obligations to provide a safe work environment. He says the federation and NUM […]

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Namibia

Electoral Commission Responds To Political Parties Challenging It Over Controversial Tender

Several political parties have lodged complaints with the Electoral Commission of Namibia  for awarding a N$6.2-million ballot-printing tender to Ren-Form, a South African company linked to Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who is under investigation for election corruption. Some parties accuse Zimbabwe's Zanu-PF of interfering in Namibia's elections, prompting calls from opposition leaders, like PDM's McHenry Venaani, for President Nangolo Mbumba to address the issue. The ECN's De Wet Siluka: Meanwhile, […]

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Africa

Mozambican Opposition Lawyer and Official Killed in Maputo Attack

Elvino Dias, the lawyer for prominent Mozambican opposition figure Venâncio Mondlane, and Podemos party official Paulo Guambe were shot dead in Maputo. BBC Africa indicates that the two were attacked by gunmen while traveling in their car. Dias had represented Mondlane, who ran for president with Podemos in an election 10 days prior. The Center for Democracy and Human Rights condemned the killings as a "cold-blooded murder

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