insert_link Business / Economics Biz Buzz: Namibia Triumphs as Best Startup Ecosystem in Africa and More Financial Highlights 1. Namibia Secures Best Startup Ecosystem Title Namibia has clinched the esteemed title of the Best Startup Ecosystem in Africa, a testament to the country's unwavering dedication to fostering entrepreneurship resilience and maintaining a supportive business environment. The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board proudly accepted this accolade, recognizing the nation's efforts in promoting innovation, fostering cross-continental collaboration, and encouraging entrepreneurial endeavors. 2. Invest in African Energy Forum Returns to […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 8
insert_link Interview Transcripts LPM Responds to Politicization Claims and Vision for Equitable Governance Future Media News took time out to speak with Lifalaza Simataa from Namibia's Landless People's on the topic of "Politicization Claims and Vision for Equitable Governance". Here is the full article. "In a recent statement responding to claims made by the South African president and leading party officials regarding potential policy reversals if they were to lose power, the Landless People's Movement (LPM) emphasized a commitment to non-partisanship in governance. […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 14
insert_link World U.S. President’s son appears unexpectedly at Congress hearing on him not showing for private testimony Hunter Biden surprised members of Congress on Wednesday, appearing at a meeting calling for him to be held in contempt for not testifying at an impeachment inquiry. The President's son had agreed to appear publicly but not behind closed doors. Caroline Malone reports. todayJanuary 11, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party in SA says it is concerned about reports that the Tshwane Economic Development Agency has not attracted a single cent The GOOD Party in SA says it is concerned about reports that the Tshwane Economic Development Agency has not attracted a single cent in foreign direct investment, despite the 500-million-rand in funding over ten years by the City of Tshwane. The agency was established in 2006 as a means of facilitating economic development in the capital city, especially through foreign direct investment. The GOOD party’s, Sarah Mabotsa, says this shows […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 30
insert_link South Africa SA’s National Student Financial Aid Scheme board chairperson has taken a leave of absence SA's National Student Financial Aid Scheme board chairperson, Ernest Khosa, has taken a leave of absence following allegations of corruption levelled against him by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse. A report by Outa alleges service providers contracted by the scheme paid millions of rand in kickbacks to the minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, Khosa and the SACP. The scheme’s spokesperson, Ishmael Mnisi, says Khosa has reiterated […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 21
insert_link World World Bank says China’s economy will slow down further this year Some diverging predictions for China's economy: the World Bank says it will slow down even further this year, compared to 2023, but a Chinese state institute says things are going to get better. Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong. ENG CHINAS ECONOMY WORLD BANK todayJanuary 11, 2024 39
insert_link World Chris Christie ends White House bid Former New Jersey Governor, Republican Chris Christie is ending his bid for the White House. He made the decision to drop out just days before the first state vote in Iowa. US correspondent Nick Harper reports. todayJanuary 11, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa The African Christian Democratic Party says South Africa won’t be able to prove Israel has the necessary genocidal intent The African Christian Democratic Party believes South Africa will not be able to prove that Israel has the necessary genocidal intent against the Palestinian people as required by the Genocide Convention. The International Court of Justice in The Hague in the Netherlands will hear South Africa’s genocide case against Israel today and tomorrow. ACDP leader, Kenneth Meshoe, says the South African government could have played a far more constructive role […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Leaders in Moses //Garoëb Constituency Extend Thanks for Vital Food Parcels Alleviating Hunger… Leaders in the Moses /Garoëb Constituency have expressed their appreciation to the Khomas Regional Council for providing them with food parcels, which they believe will alleviate hunger in their households. On Wednesday, fifty beneficiaries from the Havana informal settlement received these essential items from the constituency councillor, Stefanus Ndengu. The distributed food items comprised maize meal, rice, pasta, canned fish, cooking oil, and condiments. Tuwilika Ileka, a resident living with […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 8