insert_link 2 Namibia Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Foundation Hosts Namibia’s Inaugural National Alternative Mining Indaba The Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Foundation held a National Alternative Mining Indaba- the first ever in Namibia. The event was under the theme Increasing The Revenues and Benefits from the Mining and Exstractive Sector To Address The Socio-Economic Challenges of Poverty, Unemployment and Inequality. Uhuru Dempers from the Desk For Social Development of ELCRN todayFebruary 2, 2024 51 2
insert_link South Africa ANC Electoral Committee Reports Progress in Candidate Selection for Upcoming Elections The ANC's electoral committee has revealed encouraging advancements in the ongoing candidate selection process for the upcoming elections. Anticipated to conclude by mid-February, this process encompasses the nomination of three premier candidates from each province. Fikile Mbalula, the ANC secretary-general, shared insights during a post-National Executive Committee briefing, stating that the candidates will undergo interviews at a later stage. The specific timing for these interviews will be determined by the […] todayFebruary 2, 2024 6
insert_link World Biden sanctions Israeli settlers for West Bank violence The United States says it intends to place sanctions on any Israeli settlers accused of violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. The new executive order sees four people immediately blacklisted with financial and travel restrictions. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayFebruary 2, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics 2 FEBRUARY BIZ NEWS: Exciting Developments in Mining, Media, and Finance: A Roundup of Recent Market News B2Gold Corp Unveils Promising Exploration Results in Namibia In a recent announcement, B2Gold Corp has shared encouraging exploration results from the Antelope deposit within Namibia's Otjikoto Mine. The positive outcomes, particularly from the Springbok and Oryx Zones, hint at the potential establishment of a new underground mine. Clive Johnson, B2Gold's Chief Executive Officer, expressed optimism, highlighting a significant opportunity for expanding gold production in the region. This development underscores the […] todayFebruary 2, 2024 2
insert_link World U.S. strikes approved in Iraq & Syria as response to deadly Jordan attack U.S. officials have confirmed to CBS News that plans are going ahead for strikes in Iraq and Syria, in retaliation for the drone attack that killed 3 personnel in Jordan. However, there are concerns that further violence may escalate a volatile region. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. todayFebruary 2, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa Eskom Extends Load-Limiting Project to Gauteng to Mitigate Load-Shedding Challenges In response to ongoing challenges posed by load-shedding, Eskom has expanded its load-limiting project to Gauteng following a successful pilot in Fourways. The initiative, designed to optimize electricity consumption during load-shedding stages one to four, focuses on areas equipped with smart meters, enabling remote control of electricity capacity. Eskom spokesperson Amanda Qithi explained that customers in these areas will receive prompts to reduce consumption an hour before load-shedding, ensuring continued […] todayFebruary 2, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Alarming Surge in Gender-Based Violence: Over 380 Cases Reported in Six Namibian Regions In the past three months, a staggering 380 cases of gender-based violence have been reported in Namibia across six regions. The Zambezi, Oshikoto, Kavango, Otjozondjupa, Omusati, and Kunene regions collectively averaged over 100 reported cases per month. Namibian Police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi disclosed that the Oshikoto region had the highest reported cases at 98, leading to 86 arrests. Omusati followed closely with 94 cases and 49 arrests, while […] todayFebruary 2, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Ministry Prohibits Teachers from Charging Fees for Extra Classes The Education, Arts, and Culture ministry's Director for Programmes and Quality Assurance, Ayeesha Wentworth, emphasized that teachers are strictly prohibited from charging fees when conducting additional classes for their own students. Wentworth clarified that such sessions are integral to the school improvement strategy and should not incur any extra costs for the students or their parents. This statement comes in response to complaints from some parents who allege that certain […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 23
insert_link World Indian court allows Hindus to offer prayers at contested mosque Muslim petitions say they will file a challenge in India's Supreme Court, after a local Indian court allowed Hindu rituals and prayers to be performed inside a contested mosque.The Gyanvapi mosque has become the latest flashpoint between Muslims and Hindus. Right wing groups claim the mosque was built on the site of a razed Hindu shrine. Neha Poonia has more. todayFebruary 1, 2024 42