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Namibia

Tsumeb Municipality Initiates Formalization Projects for Kuvukiland to Enhance Living Conditions

The Tsumeb Municipality has launched initiatives to formalize the Kuvukiland informal area, with a targeted completion date by the end of this year. Municipal spokesperson Stella Imalwa-Nangolo, in an interview with Nampa, emphasized the objective of improving residents' living conditions by providing essential services, simultaneously elevating the overall status of the town. Imalwa-Nangolo expressed the municipality's commitment to enhancing Tsumeb's standing, especially given its recognition as one of Namibia's tourist […]

today22 January, 2024

South Africa

South African President has called for continued multilateralism and the reform of the United Nations

South African's President has called for continued multilateralism and the reform of the United Nations. Cyril Ramaphosa was speaking during the 19th Non-Aligned Movement Summit in Kampala, Uganda. International governance, human rights and the Israel-Hamas war were the main topics of discussion at the meeting. The president says the global dispute and regional strife need to be resolved through negotiations.

today22 January, 2024

World

Ron DeSantis drops out of Republican Primary Race

Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the Republican primary race ahead of Tuesday's contest in New Hampshire. The Florida governor has endorsed his rival, former US President Donald Trump, for office. Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.  

today22 January, 2024

Interview Transcripts

Namibian Dr. Annelle Zietsman Provides Insights on Experimental Cancer Drug blinatumomab (blina)

In our interview with Dr. Annelle Zietsman, we gained valuable insights into the experimental cancer drug Blinatumomab. Leonard Witbeen from Future Media News conducted the interview, seeking information on the drug's potential benefits and its status in the Namibian market. The conversation commenced with Wydby informing Dr. Zietsman about the BBC's report on Blinatumomab, touted as an exciting new cancer drug gentler than chemotherapy. Dr. Zietsman, initially unaware of the […]

today22 January, 2024

Namibia

One Economy Foundation under the First Lady Of Namibia’s office host their inaugural Journalist Awards

The One Economy Foundation under the First Lady Of Namibia's office, hosted their Journalist Awards. The event attended by journos from an array of media houses recognized work of those who crafted pieces based on Gender-Based Violence, Femicide and Sexual Reproductive Health Rights unders catagories of Digital, Television, Radio and print media. Here is the organization's Pefimbo Shipunda to expand on the Summit For Journalists held earlier the day.  

today22 January, 2024

World

Putin keen to visit North Korea soon

Russian leader Vladimir Putin is eager to visit North Korea at an ‘early date’ according to North Korea state media. The reports by KCNA follow an official visit by North Korea’s foreign minister to Moscow last week. Chris Gilbert reports.  

today22 January, 2024

South Africa

Eskom has suspended load-shedding again

Eskom has suspended load-shedding again. The power utility says an improvement in generating capacity has allowed it to ease the weekend outages. Spokesperson Daphne Mokwena thanks South Africans who heed the call to use electricity sparingly and efficiently, including switching off geysers and pool pumps. This lowers demand, helps alleviate the pressure on the system and contributes to lower stages of load-shedding.

today22 January, 2024

Namibia

President Hage Geingob Takes Leave Following Cancer Diagnosis

President Hage Geingob is set to temporarily step back from official responsibilities following a diagnosis of cancerous cells. Recent medical examinations have confirmed the existence of cancerous cells in his body. Concurrently, the BBC has disclosed the utilization of a novel and less toxic drug treatment, blinatumomab or blina, in the treatment of children with cancer. Dr. Annelle Zietsman, a local healthcare professional, has been approached for her insights into […]

today22 January, 2024