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National Transmission Company South Africa has officially launched

The National Transmission Company South Africa has officially launched, following the issuance of key licenses by the National Energy Regulator. The Eskom subsidiary will focus on expanding the grid for renewable energy projects. Electricity and Energy minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa announced plans to spend 122-billion-rand over five years to connect 30-GiggaWatts of renewable energy, promoting fair access and competitive electricity markets:

8 October, 2024

World

Israeli military has carried out further airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in the Lebanese capital Beirut

The Israeli military has carried out further airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in the Lebanese capital Beirut. The action followed a day of commemorations marking one year since the Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7th. Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country will continue military campaigns for as long as its existence is threatened. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy says diplomacy can still ease the crisis in the Middle […]

8 October, 2024

Business / Economics

India says it can handle oil supply impact amid Middle East conflict

India says it will be able to navigate its way through any hit to oil supplies as a result of the Middle East conflict. India depends on imports to meet most of its demand for the fossil fuel. With the details, Rebecca Bundhun from Mumbai.

8 October, 2024

Namibia

Kuda Brandt Appointed Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager at NUST

The University of Science and Technology has appointed Kuda Chisweto-Brandt as its new Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager. With over 15 years of experience in journalism, marketing, corporate communication, and science communication, Brandt brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. Chisweto-Brandt holds a Master’s Degree in Media Studies from the University of Namibia and an Honours Degree in Communication from NUST. Nashilongo Gervasius, the University’s Spokesperson and Acting Director […]

8 October, 2024

South Africa

South Africa says it will file its memorial regarding its genocide case against Israel

S.A's International Relations and Co-operation minister, Ronald Lamola, says South Africa will file its memorial regarding its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice by the end of the month. The government intends to provide facts and evidence to prove that Israel is committing genocide in Palestine. The minister hosted the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, in Pretoria yesterday. Lamola says a permanent ceasefire is needed […]

8 October, 2024

Health / Medical

Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova Highlights the Establishment of Paternity Test Centers Across Namibia

Psychological Counsellor, Marcella Katjijova has shed light on a critical development across Namibia—the establishment of paternity test centers in various towns. This initiative is not only a step towards fostering transparency in family dynamics but also crucial for ensuring the psychological well-being of children who are often caught in the crossfire of unresolved paternity issues.

8 October, 2024

South Africa

MK Party says it will continue to expose the issues of separation of power

In S.A, the MK Party says it will continue to expose the issues of separation of power, to ensure the judiciary stops interfering in parliamentary matters. This comes as the party’s parliamentary leader John Hlophe has resigned from the Judicial Service Commission. His resignation comes after the Western Cape High Court made an interim ruling preventing Hlophe from serving on the JSC. The MK Party’s spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndlhela, told Newzroom […]

8 October, 2024

Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Marcella Katjijova on the Importance of Paternity Test Centers: Securing Identity and Psychological Well-being

Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova has shed light on a critical development across Namibia—the establishment of paternity test centers in various towns. This initiative is not only a step towards fostering transparency in family dynamics but also crucial for ensuring the psychological well-being of children who are often caught in the crossfire of unresolved paternity issues. "One of the biggest challenges children face is growing up without truly knowing who their […]

8 October, 2024

Namibia

Simataa Exposes Blocking of N$95 Million State House Tender in New Memoir

In his memoir Timeless: My Career in the Public Service, Secretary to the Cabinet George Simataa reveals that he became a "marked man" after blocking several corrupt tenders, including a N$95 million contract for paving at State House. Simataa, who served as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works and Transport in 2010, deemed the contract unlawful. Despite being implicated in various questionable dealings, he has never been found guilty […]

8 October, 2024