insert_link Interview Transcripts Energy Ministry’s Response to Oil And Gas Sector Corruption Allegations: A Commitment to Ethical Governance February 1, 2024/Leonard Witbeen Eshioshange Ten Hasheela, the Chief Public Relations Officer of the Ministry of Mines and Energy, addressed the circulating allegations of corruption within the Ministry. The statement emphasizes the Ministry's commitment to executing its mandate ethically, without bias, and in accordance with existing legal provisions. Hasheela acknowledged the existence of a letter circulating on social media that makes serious allegations regarding corruption within the Ministry. In response, […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 7
insert_link World More than 40-thousand without water a month on from Noto quake Tens of thousands of people remain without steady access to water a month on from the deadly earthquake in Japan’s Noto Peninsula. The tremor destroyed 44-thousand homes and killed more than 230 people. About 14-thousand remain evacuees as the region struggles to rebuild reliable access to essentials. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayFebruary 1, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Prepared for Voter Registration Weekend The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa has declared its readiness for the upcoming voter registration weekend. A total of 23,303 registration stations will be operational from 8 AM to 5 PM, providing citizens with the opportunity to register or verify their details. Notably, the voters' roll has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 27 million. Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo credited the success to the online registration platform, which facilitated […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Information and Communications Technology ministry dismisses SIM Card registration allegations as “baseless”… The Information and Communications Technology ministry has categorically denied allegations that assert the SIM card registrations are for mass surveillance purposes. Executive Director Audrin Mathe. todayFebruary 1, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia RP President Urges Opposition Unity for Presidential Election Challenge Henk Mudge, president of the Republican Party, has issued a call for all opposition parties to unite behind a single candidate in the upcoming presidential election to contest against Swapo candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Mchenry Venaani from the Popular Democratic Movement has also provided his perspective on the matter, contributing to the ongoing dialogue surrounding opposition collaboration in the upcoming election. todayFebruary 1, 2024 10
insert_link Business / Economics BIZ NEWS 1 FEBRUARY 2024: Financial Insights Digest: Economic Surges, Strategic Moves, and Global Indicators – A Comprehensive Overview 1. Namibia's Economic Outlook Soars on Surging Uranium Prices The Chamber of Mines anticipates a robust economic boost for Namibia in 2024, driven by a remarkable surge in uranium prices, marking the highest in over 12 years. Veston Malango, CEO of the Chamber, highlights the expected upturn, fueled by increased production in existing mines and the anticipated commencement of production at the Langer Heinrich uranium mine in the first quarter […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 4
insert_link World Algeria plans to table fresh ceasefire resolution at the Security Council There's increasing calls for an urgent and immediate ceasefire in Gaza in the United Nations Security Council. The council convened a meeting on Wednesday at the request of Algeria to discuss the provisional measures announced by the International Court of Justice last week. It now plans to table a fresh ceasefire resolution in the coming days. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayFebruary 1, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa SA Minister Lamola Condemns Court Disruption and Old Flag Display; Vows Decisive Action SA's Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola has pledged to take firm action in response to the recent attempt to forcibly enter Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo. Strongly condemning the display of the old South African flag, he emphasized that courts should not be venues for lawlessness. The bail hearing for farmer Piet Groenewald and his stepson, Stefan Greeff, has been rescheduled. Lamola, addressing the public outside the court, […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Defending Land Tax Policies: Ministry of Land Reform Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata’s Response In addressing concerns about the Land Reform ministry's land tax policies, Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata emphasized the constitutional foundation behind these measures, asserting that they are not discriminatory. Rather, she framed them as a response to historical injustices. This response came during a session addressing questions about why only white farmers are subject to land tax. Nghituwamata's comments aim to contextualize the policies within the broader framework of redressing historical […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 16