insert_link Namibia Geingob reiterates decision not to deploy Namibian troops to DRC President Hage Geingob has reiterated his government decision not to deploy troops to the Democratic Republic of Congo as part of the Southern Africa Community Development peacekeeping mission. Last week, the SADC and the DRC government signed an agreement in Kinshasa for the deployment of troops to help quell the scourge of armed groups, including the M23 rebels, in the eastern part of the mineral-rich Central African country. The decision […] todayNovember 28, 2023 9
insert_link World Israel-Hamas ceasefire extended for 2 days A two-day extension of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire has been agreed. It's hoped it will allow extra time for the release of more hostages. It comes on the fourth and final day that Hamas is expected to set hostages free, in return for Israel releasing Palestinians. Sarah Coates reports from Tel Aviv. todayNovember 28, 2023 3
insert_link Business / Economics Geingob to attend COP28 in Dubai President Hage Geingob on Monday departed for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and High-Level Events of the Global Stocktake. The meeting is scheduled to start on Thursday. The presidency said in a statement that President Geingob has been invited by Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates. This […] todayNovember 28, 2023 4
insert_link Business / Economics Eskom has announced that stage 4 load-shedding will persist throughout the week until Saturday Eskom has announced that stage 4 load-shedding will persist throughout the week until Saturday. Eskom’s spokesperson, Daphne Mokoena, says this is due to higher-than-anticipated demand and strained emergency reserves. She says 22-thousand-244 megawatts of generation capacity is not available, forecasting a peak evening demand exceeding 28-thousand megawatts. Mokoena’s announcement comes after the country was subjected to stage 6 load-shedding last week. todayNovember 28, 2023 6
insert_link Health / Medical First Human Case Of Flu Seen In Pigs Detected In The UK The first human case of a flu strain seen in pigs has been detected in the UK. The source of the infection has yet to be found and investigations continue. Simon Gaitán reports. todayNovember 28, 2023 9
insert_link South Africa SABC board says it has full confidence in the new CEO The SABC board says it has full confidence in Nomsa Chabeli, who has been appointed as the new CEO effective from the first of March next year. She was a general manager of brand and marketing at MTN. Chabeli takes over from Madoda Mxakwe, whose term came to an end in June. SABC board chairperson, Khathutshelo Ramukumba, told the public broadcaster that they are confident in Chabeli’s ability to drive […] todayNovember 28, 2023 6
insert_link Namibia President Hage Geingob receives millions in S&T At a state house press event, President Geingob was reacting to criticism that his government spends lavishly, including on sleek cars for both prime minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and her deputy, Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah. Social Activist Rosa Namises provides her opinion. todayNovember 28, 2023 7
insert_link Business / Economics Trade Unions served reminder on their annual returns to the Labour Commissioner The Acting Labour Commissioner Kyllikki Sihlahla says all Trade Unions and employers are sternly reminded to submit their annual returns to the Labour Commissioner within six months after the end of their financial year. todayNovember 28, 2023 29
insert_link South Africa Floyd Brink’s leave to appeal the judgment on his appointment as Joburg city manager is dismissed Former Johannesburg city manager Floyd Brink’s bid to appeal the Gauteng High Court’s ruling, declaring his appointment unconstitutional, has been dismissed. The DA contested Brink’s appointment, filing an urgent application for review. Acting High Court Judge Steven Budlender recently deemed the appointment procedurally flawed, unlawful, and invalid. The city, however, alleges nefarious political interferences behind Brink’s removal. In addition, the city states that the consistent political onslaught and attempts to […] todayNovember 28, 2023 3