insert_link Health / Medical Top Cancers Highlighted as Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project Marks 24 Years Breast, cervical and prostate cncer form part of the top 3 locally as Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project marks its 24th anniversary. This year’s theme inspired by the brand campaign is called ‘Is it possible to impact a life’. Here's Rolf Hansen Chief Executive of the Cancer Association of Namibia. todayJuly 25, 2024 17
insert_link Business / Economics 25 July 2024 Morning Biz News: NamWater and Husab Mine’s N$3 Billion Desalination Project Nears Financial Closure; Shein Expands with Johannesburg Pop-Up; Eni Sells Nigerian Oil Unit to Oando; Currency and Commodity Markets Update NamWater and Husab Mine Set for Major Coastal Desalination Project NamWater and Husab Mine are poised to achieve financial closure for their ambitious N$3 billion coastal desalination project by year-end, according to The Brief. NamWater CEO Abraham Nehemia confirmed that Husab Mine will cover the construction costs, sparing NamWater the task of independently securing the full N$2.5 to N$3 billion required for the project. Shein Expands with New Pop-Up Store […] todayJuly 25, 2024 24
insert_link World Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu addresses US Congress Israel's Prime Minister has called on American lawmakers to supply more weapons for the war in Gaza, vowing his country will defeat Hamas. Addressing Congress on Wednesday, Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will fight until all hostages taken on October 7 and still being held in the strip are released. As he spoke, thousands of protestors gathered in Washington DC to condemn his visit, and dozens of Democrats boycotted his address. […] todayJuly 25, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Namibian Leaders Honored at African Leadership Awards Erongo Governor, Neville Andre Itope detailed his experience of being honored with the Best African Governor award last week by the African Leadership Magazine in London, United Kingdom. The magazine, a Pan-African media platform established in 2010, showcases African affairs to a global audience. The awards aim to recognize outstanding business leaders, policymakers, and organizations for their significant contributions to Africa's socio-economic development. At the same event, Namibia’s Minister […] todayJuly 25, 2024 24
insert_link South Africa South African President has promised an ongoing review of the executive’s size as the democracy matures The South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has promised an ongoing review of the executive's size as the democracy matures, to ensure effective governance. While the executive's size is under scrutiny, the focus remains on sustainable growth and strategic reforms. Ramaphosa addressed the Presidency's budget vote debate and urged strong central government coordination to tackle challenges. He says the impact of reforms shows the Presidency's vital role in driving development and […] todayJuly 25, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President announced that the Infrastructure Fund will explore new approaches to blended financing for projects In S.A, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the Infrastructure Fund will explore new approaches to blended financing for infrastructure projects. This initiative aims to boost rapid and inclusive economic growth, create jobs, reduce poverty, and foster a just society. Meanwhile... EFF leader Julius Malema has reiterated his call for the reduction of cabinet and do away with deputy ministers. Cabinet has increased to 32 ministers from 30 and there are […] todayJuly 24, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Kristiana Champions Proactive Health: Emphasizes Prevention Over Treatment in New Wellness Initiative Kristiana, a business mentor and former network marketer with ESYLIFE, is championing a proactive approach to health and wellness. Representing the brand’s commitment to prevention, she emphasizes that staying healthy is preferable to dealing with illness and hospital visits. todayJuly 24, 2024 14
insert_link Health / Medical UNAIDS says the pandemic can be ended by 2030 UNAIDS says the AIDS pandemic can be ended by 2030 if more is done to fund initiatives and protect human rights. In a new report released this week, the organisation says if world leaders stick to their commitments the public health threat can be ended. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayJuly 24, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Disputes Electoral Court Jurisdiction in NEFF Registration Case Electoral Commission The Electoral Commission is challenging the Electoral Court's authority to handle a case where the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters is contesting the ECN’s decision to cancel its registration as a political party. Senior South African lawyers Dali Mpofu and Lerato Moela, who were set to represent NEFF, did not appear in court due to visa issues, which NEFF deputy leader, Kalimbo Iipumbu criticized as "dirty tricks." The ECN's […] todayJuly 24, 2024 17
