insert_link Business / Economics 07 February 2024 Morning Biz News: Current Economic Landscape: Key Updates 07 February 2024 Economics Update- Namibian President's Cautious Optimism Amid Challenges: President Nangolo Mbumba, in the opening of the 9th session of the 7th Parliament, shares cautious optimism about Namibia's economic trajectory. While highlighting achievements in socio-economic development, he acknowledges significant challenges. President Mbumba urges Members of Parliament to focus on enacting laws that will support and bolster economic growth. De Beers and Okavango Diamond Company Appeal on Russian […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 3
insert_link World Boeing investigation finds missing bolts in faulty aircraft Four bolts appeared to be missing from a door plug that blew off an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight last month, according to a preliminary investigation.The incident has increased scrutiny on the aircraft's manufacturer Boeing, which delivered the plane to the airline last year. Ira Spitzer reports. todayFebruary 7, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Education Mourns Grade 1 Learner’s Passing Linked to Spaza Shop Biscuits The Gauteng Education Department expresses condolences over the tragic death of a Grade 1 learner at Mandlethu Primary School in Tsakane, Brakpan. The learner reportedly passed away after consuming biscuits from a local spaza shop. The child fell ill in class, vomited, and unfortunately succumbed before paramedics arrived. Spokesperson Xolani Mkhwemte emphasizes the importance of parents being vigilant about certain spaza shop products in the wake of this unfortunate incident. […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Minister Peya Mushelenga Urges Public to Use Designated Books of Condolence for President Geingob Information and Communication Technology Minister Peya Mushelenga has issued a plea to the public, urging them to refrain from creating unofficial books of condolence for President Hage Geingob. Speaking at a media briefing at the Government Information Centre. Mushelenga emphasized the importance of using only the designated books placed at specific venues citing various locations accessible to the public. This call aims to streamline the expression of condolences and maintain […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 53
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Chief Commends Nation’s Smooth Transition, Ensures Security for Dignitaries at Late President’s Funeral Namibia's Inspector General of Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, acknowledged on Monday that other countries have praised Namibia for efficiently preventing a leadership vacuum during the transition of power. He emphasized that, unlike in some countries where such transitions can lead to unrest and security challenges, Namibia has successfully maintained stability. Lieutenant General Shikongo highlighted the automatic reinforcement of security measures for both the current president and the vice president. […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 40
insert_link World India-US civil nuclear deal “an important piece of unfinished business” – US official The US Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources has described the status of a civil nuclear partnership between India and the US as "an important piece of unfinished business". This comes as the two countries have been working to boost their energy ties. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todayFebruary 6, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained while the fire line at Matroosberg is not yet under control. Yesterday evening the Brandvlei fire was burning out of control and made its way to the grounds of the Brandvlei Prison. The municipality’s spokesperson, Anesca Roodt, says a small, corrugated storage structure was destroyed; however, there was no further loss of property. todayFebruary 6, 2024 18
insert_link World Japan to reply to rare sympathy message from N Korea Japan’s Prime Minister says he’s intending to send an ‘appropriate response’ to a rare message of support from North Korea. The country's leader, Kim Jong Un, sent his sympathies following an earthquake which hit Japan’s Noto Peninsula on New Year’s Day. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayFebruary 6, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Inspector General Assures Security Stability Post-President Mbumba’s Swearing-In Namibia's Inspector General of Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, provided reassurance on Monday, stating that there have been no reported security threats since the swearing-in of former Vice President Nangolo Mbumba as the fourth President of Namibia. This transition followed the untimely demise of President Hage Geingob on Sunday. In the wake of these developments, International Relations Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah assumed the role of Vice President. Lieutenant General Shikongo emphasized […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 7