UNDERSTANDING THE CONSUMER COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE FOR THE POSTAL SERVICES SECTOR IN NAMIBIA

UNDERSTANDING THE CONSUMER COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE FOR THE POSTAL SERVICES SECTOR IN NAMIBIA

06 NOVEMBER – WINDHOEK The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) is mandated to regulate the Postal Services by the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009). CRAN passed the Regulations Prescribing Licence Categories and Licensing Procedures for Postal Service Licensees in Government Gazette No. 7072, General Notice 506, dated 02 December 2019, in accordance with the Communications Act (Licensing Regulations for the Postal Sector). These Licensing Regulations for the Postal […]

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Local

Inauguration of New UNAM Facilities in Katima Mulilo for Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies

In the bilateral cooperation between the Governments of the Republic of Namibia and the Federal Republic of Germany, it was agreed, among others, to support the environment and tourism sector. Germany, through KfW Development Bank, provided financial support to extend the UNAM Katima Mulilo Campus. The cooperation included the development of related academic and research programs and the construction of the Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies. On 5th […]

November 6, 2024 10

South Africa

South African Communist Party Slams ANC for Failing to Control DA’s Zille

South African Communist Party general secretary Solly Mapaila says the government of national unity is in turmoil, and the key parties are too different to cooperate. He addressed the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union’s central executive committee meeting in Boksburg on Tuesday. Mapaila criticised the ANC for failing to rein in the DA's Helen Zille, saying her constant outbursts prove that the Communist Party's anti-government of national unity assertions […]

November 6, 2024 13

Business / Economics

Strengthening Of Namibia-EU Trade At High-Level Conference in Windhoek

A high-level conference focused on enhancing trade relations between Namibia and the European Union through sustainability and regulatory alignment will be held in Windhoek on November 7 and 8 at Droombos. The two-day event will address EU regulations impacting Namibian exports, with key discussions on carbon reduction, corporate sustainability, and environmental protection to enhance market access for Namibian goods in Europe.

November 6, 2024 16

World

Donald Trump has taken an early lead in the US election

Donald Trump has taken an early lead in the US election - as votes continue to be counted. His running mate JD Vance is feeling confident. Former US National Security Advisor in the Trump administration John Bolton says it's still too close to call. But Kristin Wolfe from Democrats UK says she's still optimistic Kamala Harris can win.

November 6, 2024 18

Namibia

National Council’s Oversight Committee Releases Report On Rural Road Conditions

In a crucial effort to address the challenges faced by rural communities, the National Council's Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Housing embarked on oversight visits to assess road conditions across multiple regions. In a recent statement released, from September 26 to October 15, 2022, and again from August 7 to 31, 2023, the committee explored the accessibility of essential services such as schools and clinics, aiming to enhance infrastructure […]

November 6, 2024 11

Namibia

Latest Update On U.S Presidential Elections as Trump Leads

The latest stats indicate Donald Trump has taken an early lead in the US election - as votes continue to be counted. Polling expert Scarlett Maguire has been analysing the latest data. These people voted in North Carolina.

November 6, 2024 15

South Africa

OUTA Opposes Eskom’s Proposed 66% Electricity Price Hike

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse opposes Eskom's proposed 66-percent electricity price hike over three years, calling it unaffordable and harmful to the economy. They urge the power utility to focus on cutting costs and improving efficiency and focus on clean energy. OUTA’s Estienne Ruthnam urges the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to reject the increases to prevent further economic hardship for consumers and businesses alike:

November 6, 2024 16

World

Tight race in US Presidential election, as results come in

Polls have closed across swathes of the United States, with the race for the White House too close to call between US Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.Trump, the Republican Party's nominee, is so far leading on the electoral map, but there's a long way to go, with most battleground states still undeclared. Benji Hyer reports.

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