insert_link South Africa A South African political analyst says Mavuso Msimang’s return may be a moment for the ANC to do things differently South African Political analyst Levy Ndou suggests that ANC veteran Mavuso Msimang’s reversal of his resignation may be linked to the ANC’s position to exclude leaders implicated in state capture from Parliament in 2024. This exclusion extends to those who have not been cleared by the Integrity Committee. Ndou told Newzroom Afrika that this development might prompt the ANC to address concerns raised by Msimang, particularly regarding corruption. Msimang will […] todayDecember 15, 2023 5
insert_link World US drugmakers hit with penalties for high prices Dozens of pharmaceutical companies in the US are being hit with penalties for charging prices deemed too high by the Biden administration. The White House says these 'inflation rebates' will reduce medication costs for the most vulnerable in society. Our correspondent Benji Hyer reports. todayDecember 15, 2023 5
insert_link South Africa ANC veteran’s league deputy president Mavuso Msimang withdraws his resignation from the party ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has confirmed that anti-apartheid stalwart Mavuso Msimang has withdrawn his resignation from the ANC. This decision follows a meeting between Mbalula and Msimang this week. Mbalula expressed regret for comments that impugned Msimang’s integrity, suggesting vulnerability to bribery from a newly established political party. Mbalula emphasises the ANC’s commitment to transformation and renewal as the party forges ahead towards the ANC’s 112th anniversary. todayDecember 15, 2023 2
insert_link Namibia Katutura Central Residents respond to City’s Press Release The City of Windhoek has issued a document aimed at providing clarity on the council's decision regarding the debt write-off. Despite this, the Katutura Residents Committee continues to express dissatisfaction with the outcome. Shaun Gariseb further elaborates on the matter. todayDecember 15, 2023 27
insert_link Namibia City of Windhoek talks ‘category C’ water scarcity Last month, the City of Windhoek cautioned its residents about facing a 'category C' water scarcity situation. In response, residents were advised to reduce their water usage by 10% from their regular consumption. However, reports indicate that residents have surpassed the city's recommended water consumption target by 23%. Abraham Nehemia, CEO of NamWater, revealed these statistics regarding water usage. todayDecember 15, 2023 11
World Heavy rains in Gaza add to the humanitarian woes According to the United Nations, the recent heavy rains in Gaza have compounded the hardships faced by the local population. Philippe Lazzarini, the head of UNRWA, addressed journalists on Thursday, describing the situation as a "humanitarian catastrophe." He reiterated the urgent need for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire to alleviate the ongoing crisis. Reporting from the United Nations in New York, Jody Jacobs provides these updates. todayDecember 15, 2023 5
insert_link Uncategorized Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a severe shortage of blood The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a severe shortage of blood, with a significant decline in their reserves. To adequately meet the demand for blood in hospitals, NAMBTS needs more than 170 blood donations of various types daily. Titus Shivute, highlighted this pressing need. todayDecember 15, 2023 16
insert_link South Africa Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse in South Africa has expressed scepticism over nuclear procurement plan The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse in South Africa has expressed scepticism over the government’s recent nuclear procurement plan and the PetroSA/Gazprombank investment deal, claiming they lack transparency and rationality. The endorsement of a 3.7-billion-rand deal and the pursuit of a new nuclear procurement process for two-thousand-500 megawatts are met with criticism. OUTA’s Wayne Duvenage suggests these decisions appear hasty and could be politically motivated, possibly driven by the upcoming 2024 […] todayDecember 15, 2023 6
insert_link World Man charged over US synagogue president killing A man has been charged with murder in the killing of a synagogue president in the US state of Michigan. Samantha Woll, the head of the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue in Detroit, was found with stab wounds outside her home in October. Here is our correspondent Sally Patterson with the report. todayDecember 15, 2023 5
