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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

FUTURE MEDIA NEWS

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Namibia

Namibia’s Ambitious Digital Transformation to Cost N$100 Million Over Three Years

Namibia's digital revolution is projected to cost approximately N$100 million over the next three years, according to Audrin Mathe, the Information Executive Director. Mathe emphasized the ongoing development of the digital strategy through consultations with end-users. The strategy is poised to guide Namibia's path into the digital realm and aligns with the mission to establish a digital government by 2030. While Mathe acknowledged the premature nature of providing exact figures […]

todayJanuary 18, 2024 21

Namibia

Urban Areas Severely Affected by Ongoing Drought, Says Oshana Region Governor

Oshana Region Governor Elia Irimari highlighted on Monday that the persistent drought situation has not only taken a toll on farmers and rural communities but has significantly impacted urban areas as well. Speaking at the food parcel handover ceremony by the Oshana Regional Council to three local authorities, Irimari expressed concern over the challenges faced by many families in accessing sufficient food and basic necessities, leading to heightened vulnerability and […]

todayJanuary 17, 2024 28

World

US condemns Iran strikes in Iraq

The United States has condemned Iran for missile strikes in northern Iraq, calling them "reckless and imprecise." Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Monday struck what they claimed were Israeli "spy headquarters" in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region. Four civilians were killed. Benji Hyer reports.  

todayJanuary 17, 2024 16

South Africa

SA’s Independent Electoral Commission has allocated ANC with largest funds

SA's Independent Electoral Commission has allocated five-million-rand to political parties represented in Parliament, with the ANC being the biggest party receiving the largest share. This is in line with regulations governing the multi-party democracy fund. The IEC told News24 that the money will be allocated to each party under the formula of proportional share which is 67-percent and equitable share which is 33-percent. It says the formula of proportional share […]

todayJanuary 17, 2024 14

Namibia

Urgent Action Needed to Address Alarming Cases of Domestic Violence and Elderly Abuse in Zambezi Region

During public hearings on sexual, gender-based violence, and femicide at Katima Mulilo, State Prosecutor Bruna Mukoya highlighted the pressing need for immediate attention to numerous cases of domestic violence and elderly abuse in the Zambezi Region. Mukoya expressed concern over undeserving verdicts in some domestic violence cases due to resource shortages and inadequate investigations, leading to their dismissal. Mukoya emphasized the lack of victim-friendly facilities to shelter and protect these […]

todayJanuary 17, 2024 8

Interview Transcripts

Struggles and Neglect: The Plight of Katutura Residents as told by Freedom Square riverbed resident Desiree Memory Appollus

In a recent interview with Desiree Memory Appollus, a resident of the Katutura area in Windhoek, the stark realities of life for the community were brought to light. Born in Grootfontein in 1991, Desiree moved to Windhoek in 2010, seeking opportunities for a better life. However, the struggle for basic necessities and government assistance has been an ongoing challenge. Desiree and her fellow residents have been living in harsh conditions […]

todayJanuary 17, 2024 17

World

Fresh US strike on Houthis in Yemen

The U.S. has launched a new strike against Houthi rebels in Yemen - the third attack on the Iran-backed group in recent days. According to the U.S. officials, it destroyed four Houthi ballistic missiles that presented an imminent threat to ships in the region. Kate Fisher reports from Washington.    

todayJanuary 17, 2024 20

South Africa

SA’s African Transformation Movement concerned about the administrative collapse within the Department of Mineral Resources

The African Transformation Movement in SA says it is concerned about the devastating consequences of the administrative collapse within the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. The department has failed to finalise two-thousand-525 mining licence applications received since the beginning of the 2023/2024 financial year. There are also growing calls for artisanal mining licences to be issued to South Africans living in mining communities. ATM’s spokesperson, Zama Tshona, says they […]

todayJanuary 17, 2024 22

Namibia

Keetmanshoop Municipality Unveils N$296 Million Budget for 2023/2024 Fiscal Year

The Keetmanshoop Municipality revealed its approved budget of N$296 million for the upcoming 2023/2024 financial year. The budget, which received the green light from the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, was presented by Lee Mwemba, the head of the information and communication technology division at the municipality's Electricity Business Unit. In comparison to the previous fiscal year, Mwemba highlighted a notable 13.8% increase, with the budget rising from N$255 […]

todayJanuary 17, 2024 20

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