insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay police officer Bartholomeus Shindimba was granted bail Walvis Bay police officer Bartholomeus Shindimba was granted bail on Friday, set at N$1,000, following allegations of being found in possession of a stolen cellphone that belonged to Vernon Gavin, aged 52, discovered deceased at home on December 30. Inspector Ileni Shapumba, the Erongo police spokesperson, confirmed that Shindimba, stationed at Walvis Bay Police Station, appeared in the Walvis Bay Magistrate’s Court and is scheduled for a subsequent appearance on […] today9 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Traffic Officers Issue Over 1,100 Fines in December, Speeding Tops Offenses In December, traffic officers in Windhoek recorded a total of 1,108 fines, as per statistics furnished by The City of Windhoek to The Namibian. The most prevalent offenses included speeding violations, accounting for 171 fines, followed closely by disregarding road signs. Additionally, 86 fines were issued to drivers lacking a valid driving license. Furthermore, 85 fines were imposed on motorists for not having their driving licenses in their possession. Among […] today9 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa SA’s proposed Integrated Energy Plan is criticised by experts South Africa’s proposed Integrated Energy Plan, released for public comment, has received criticism from experts. The draft aims to outline how electricity supply and demand will be balanced until 2050. However, energy experts, including Chris Yelland, have expressed dissatisfaction, citing a lack of clarity and comprehensive details on addressing rolling blackouts. today9 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia 40-year-old man was reportedly fatally stabbed on Saturday in the Onesi Constituency A 40-year-old man was reportedly fatally stabbed on Saturday in the Onesi Constituency within the Omusati Region by an identified assailant. As stated in a weekend crime report released by the Namibian Police Force on Monday, authorities are currently conducting a manhunt for the alleged perpetrator, who purportedly stabbed the victim in the chest around 12:30 PM. The victim, identified as Shiimi Onesmus, was allegedly attacked during the incident. NamPol's […] today9 January, 2024
insert_link World Biden speaks to Black congregation in South Carolina looking for votes U.S. President Joe Biden is campaigning for more support in South Carolina – particularly from Black voters – on a trip on Monday. He's speaking at a church where a white supremacist shot and killed people in 2015 – and reminding people what is at stake. Caroline Malone reports. today9 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa SA Water Minister Mchunu says water challenges in eThekwini is due to poor governance SA's Water and Sanitation minister Senzo Mchunu says poor governance in the eThekwini Municipality has resulted in a failure to proactively solve challenges within the water network. The department has been pushing for the idea that Umngeni-uThukela Water takes over ten of eThekwini’s water works, which, according to the minister, represents 90-percent of sewage processing in the city. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Mchunu says eThekwini’s water infrastructure needs to be […] today9 January, 2024
insert_link World US Safety Board finds missing part of Alaska Airlines aircraft The US National Transportation Safety Board says it found the missing part that blew off an Alaska Airlines aircraft mid-flight. The part is crucial to its investigation. Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration has grounded more than 170 Boeing 737 Max 9s following the incident, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded across the U.S. Jody Jacobs reports. today9 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC’s national executive committee plans to announce its continued coalition partnerships The ANC’s national executive committee plans to announce its continued coalition partnerships by the end of the month. Notable alliances include those with the EFF and the Patriotic Alliance. The ANC’s head of political education, David Makhura, says that a comprehensive report on the party’s co-governance approach will be finalised in January. These announcements coincide with the ANC’s 112th birthday celebration. Makhura emphasised the party’s commitment to ensuring the legality […] today9 January, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts Rosa Namises spoke to us on:”The Balance of Presidential Travel: A Call for Domestic Engagement” Social Activist Rosa Namises sat down with us to briefly speak on President Hage G Geingob's traveling. Here's the full interview. "The importance of a president's international travel cannot be understated; however, there's an equally critical need for them to invest quality time within the country. While traveling involves meeting other leaders, which is essential, it's equally vital for a leader to engage with their own citizens within the nation. […] today9 January, 2024
