insert_link World Police probe antisemitism as Houston church shooting motive US Police are investigating whether anti-semitism was the motive that led a 36-year-old woman to open fire at one of America's biggest churches. Authorities say her seven-year-old son, who she brought with her to the church in Houston, was shot and is now "fighting for his life". Nick Harper reports from Austin, Texas. todayFebruary 13, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa SA’s Game Changers Party, Led by Duduzane Zuma, Sets Sights on Transforming South Africa’s Political Landscape in 2024 South Africa's All Game Changers party, under the leadership of Duduzane Zuma, eagerAly anticipates the 2024 general elections with the aim of reshaping South Africa's political landscape. Zuma emphasizes the importance of youth leadership and advocates for policies covering land compensation, sustainable energy, free education, and entrepreneurship in the curriculum. The party's key priorities include infrastructure development, agriculture, and re-industrialization, with the goal of transitioning South Africa from a net […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia SWAPO Secretary General Decries Succession Talks Amid Mourning for Late President Hage Geingob SWAPO Secretary General, Sophia Shaningwa, strongly condemns party members engaging in discussions about succession plans while the party is still mourning the recent loss of President Hage Geingob. Geingob passed away a week ago in Windhoek during cancer treatment, leaving the ruling party without a president. Some members are advocating for an extraordinary congress to elect a new party president. Shaningwa labels discussions of SWAPO succession as "unsympathetic, insensitive, and […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Concerns Raised in eThekwini Over General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill Residents of eThekwini in KwaZulu-Natal express concerns during public hearings about the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill, asserting that it grants excessive power to the minister in the Presidency. The bill aims to establish the South African Intelligence Agency, focusing domestically on counter-intelligence and intelligence-gathering functions. Chairperson of Parliament’s ad hoc committee on the bill, Jerome Maake, notes that residents also highlight issues with vague definitions in the legislation, prompting […] todayFebruary 12, 2024 36
insert_link Namibia Former Miss Universe Michelle McLean-Bailey Pledges to Uphold Late President Hage Geingob’s Legacy Former Miss Universe Michelle McLean-Bailey has expressed her unwavering commitment to continuing the legacy of late President Hage Geingob. The global ambassador, who shared a close relationship with the late president since her victory in the Miss Namibia competition, described Geingob as a mentor and close friend who played a crucial role in shaping her personal and professional growth. McLean-Bailey acknowledged Geingob's guidance and support during critical moments in her […] todayFebruary 12, 2024 15
insert_link Africa President Samia to meet the Pope in the Vatican Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan is meeting Pope Francis at the Vatican this week. Her 2-day tour includes a delegation from Tanzania's Catholic Church associations. Daniel Kijo reports. todayFebruary 12, 2024 39
insert_link World Qatar releases 8 Indian Navy officers previously sentenced to death Qatar has released eight former Indian naval officers previously on death row. The men were reportedly charged with spying for Israel though neither India nor Qatar confirmed the charges. Their death sentence, handed in October, was dropped in December. Priyata Brajabasi has more. todayFebruary 12, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia NamPol Opens Murder Case Against Mentally Challenged Man for Fatal Assault on 104-Year-Old Mother The Namibian Police Force in the Omusati region has initiated a murder case against a 36-year-old mentally challenged man who allegedly beat his 104-year-old mother to death with a stick. The tragic incident occurred on Friday in Enkombo village, Etayi constituency. Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho, the region’s Crime Investigation Coordinator, confirmed the details. The victim, identified as Cecilia Vilho, has prompted the authorities to open a case of murder, coupled […] todayFebruary 12, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa SA’s Load-Shedding to Persist for Five More Years in South Africa, Warns University Professor University of Johannesburg professor, Hartmut Winkler, cautions that South Africa will continue to experience load-shedding for the next five years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa underscores the commitment to resolving load-shedding without cutting corners. Winkler points out that Eskom's energy availability factor has worsened, leading to higher stages of load-shedding. Despite the challenges, he suggests that the country may have passed the worst phase of load-shedding. The warning emphasizes the need […] todayFebruary 12, 2024 27