insert_link Namibia Legal Dispute Emerges Over Katutura Church Premises Following Archbishop Tjijombo’s Death Less than six months after the passing of Archbishop Daniel Katikisa Tjijombo, a legal battle unfolds as two factions of the St John Apostolic Faith Mission find themselves in court, contesting ownership rights to the church premises in Katutura. The St John Apostolic Faith Mission is taking its rival, the First St John’s Apostolic Faith Mission, to court, asserting its status as the registered owner of Erf 5837, where the […] today18 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa KwaZulu-Natal premier has commended the coordinated efforts by disaster and rapid response teams KwaZulu-Natal premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube has commended the coordinated efforts by disaster and rapid response teams as adverse weather conditions persist. The death toll from floods in the province has risen to 13, and roads, electricity, and other key infrastructure have been destroyed. Provincial government’s spokesperson, Bongi Gwala, says 59 schools have been damaged by the floods of which 28 are from the uMkhanyakude Municipality alone. today18 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia NamPol Arrest Eight Individuals Linked to N$2 Million Bank Windhoek Theft In Rundu, six individuals were apprehended by the Namibian Police in connection with the embezzlement of approximately N$2 million from Bank Windhoek. Additionally, two other suspects were taken into custody in Opuwo on Monday. The two individuals from the Kunene region, Untag Kamati (34) and Fenni Ankoshi (19), were brought before the Opuwo Magistrate’s Court yesterday and are currently held in detention. They face charges of fraud and theft. today18 January, 2024
insert_link World Trump fumes at defamation trial The judge presiding over Donald Trump's defamation trial has told the former president to keep his voice down. Trump was found liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll back in May and she is now seeking additional damages. William Denselow reports from New York. today18 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibia has positioned itself as a leader among the top five African Energy nations In the latest State of African Energy 2024 Outlook, Namibia has positioned itself as a leader among the top five African nations with the greatest demand for drilling rigs. The African Energy Chamber accentuates Namibia's pivotal role in the fiercely competitive energy sector, highlighting its substantial contribution to advancing efficient and sustainable resource exploration. Lifalaza Simataa of LPM weighs in. today18 January, 2024
insert_link Africa Kenyan Cult Leader and Followers Ordered for Mental Health Evaluations in Child Murder Case Reuters reports that a Kenyan judge has issued a directive for cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 30 associates to undergo mental health evaluations before facing charges related to the murder of 191 children. The victims' bodies were exhumed from the Shakahola forest since April last year. Mackenzie, the leader of the Good News International Church, is accused of instructing his followers in southeastern Kenya to intentionally starve themselves and their […] today18 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa is set to launch a public petition demanding the removal of Basic Education minister Build One South Africa is set to launch a public petition demanding the removal of Basic Education minister Angie Motshekga and the abolishment of the 30-percent matric pass mark. As schools open and the matric results loom, BOSA says Motshekga has failed to deliver equitable education. Party leader Mmusi Maimane contends the 30-percent pass mark undermines the intellect of the youth and perpetuates mediocrity. He calls on concerned citizens to […] today18 January, 2024
insert_link World Biden meeting congressional leaders to try and agree on Ukraine, Israel and border U.S. President Joe Biden is meeting with members of Congress at the White House on Wednesday to try and come to a resolution on major security spending that includes aid for Ukraine and Israel. Republican representatives want more border security before agreeing to his requests. Caroline Malone reports. today18 January, 2024
South Africa The African Transformation Movement advocates for urgent economic reforms to tackle the soaring unemployment The African Transformation Movement has expressed deep concern over the alarming rise in unemployment rates in South Africa. It says this has been exacerbated by an education system that fails to impart skills aligned with the country’s economic strengths, such as agriculture and mining. ATM spokesperson Zama Tshona says in response to this multi-faceted challenge, the party is calling for a comprehensive approach aimed at revitalizing local industries and creating […] today18 January, 2024
