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All Peoples Party Deputy President Linus Muchila Confirms Party’s Vitality

Linus Muchila, deputy president of the All Peoples Party, affirmed that the party is alive and well, dismissing recent rumors of its decline. He made this statement during the launch of the party's manifesto on Saturday in Rundu. In a separate event, the Popular Democratic Movement conducted its electoral college at the Gateway Centre in Windhoek. Here’s Manuel Ngaringombe, the party’s spokesperson: In the interim, the Republican Party's Henk Mudge […]

7 October, 2024

Business / Economics

7 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Activity Slows in Namibia Amid Currency Adjustments and Global Concerns

Business Registrations Decline in Namibia Economic activity in Namibia experienced a slowdown in the second quarter of 2024, with business registrations falling by 34% compared to the same period in 2023, according to data from the Bank of Namibia, as reported by The Brief. This downturn was evident in both close corporations, which saw a significant drop of 37.7%, and private companies, which recorded an 8.4% year-on-year decrease. The decline […]

7 October, 2024

Business / Economics

MTC Launches Mobile Financial Service to Boost Financial Inclusion

Mobile Telecommunications Limited has introduced MTC Maris, a new mobile financial service aimed at serving over 50% of Namibians without access to traditional banking. The Brief reports that the service enables users to send, receive, and manage money via mobile phones, promoting financial inclusion. MTC's Chief Human Capital, Corporate Affairs, and Marketing Officer, Tim Ekandjo, highlighted that MTC Maris will complement existing banking services, offering more options for users.

7 October, 2024

World

Hurricane Milton heads for already storm-ravaged Florida

Another hurricane is barreling towards the already storm-ravaged US gulf-coast. A state of emergency has been declared in parts of Florida while the state is still clearing up from the effects of hurricane Helene. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher has the report for us:

7 October, 2024

Health / Medical

Shangula commissions Oshakati dialysis unit

The Minister of Health and Social Services, Kalumbi Shangula commissioned the 12-Bed Dialysis Unit at Oshakati Intermediate Hospital in the Oshana Region. From the North, our Maria Namupala compiled this report:

7 October, 2024

South Africa

Mass Memorial Service Held in Eastern Cape To Honour 18 Victims Of The Lusikisiki Massacre

To S.A, where the eighteen victims of the Lusikisiki massacre were remembered in a mass memorial service in Ngobozana Village, Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape. At the memorial in Lusikisiki, OR Tambo mayor Mesuli Ngqondwana expressed deep concern over escalating crime and criticised criminals for their arrogance in terrorising residents. He acknowledged the community's lack of confidence in police protection and called for swift arrests, urging stakeholders to unite against crime: […]

7 October, 2024

South Africa

Eskom and the Emfuleni Municipality have reached an agreement relating to the attachment of the bank accounts

To S.A, where Eskom and the Emfuleni Municipality have reached an agreement relating to the attachment of the bank accounts, and to ensure that the municipality can pay salaries to its employees. The municipality owes the power utility eight-billion-rand, which accounts for ten-percent of the total amount owed by municipalities across the country. Eskom’s Gauteng spokesperson, Amanda Qithi, says Emfuleni has also signed the distribution agency agreement with the power […]

4 October, 2024

World

Japan annoyed at Russia’s denial of airspace violation

Japan is expressing frustration at Russia’s denial that it intruded into its airspace last month. Tokyo says a Russian military patrol plane flew over waters north of Hokkaido three times prompting an Japanese Self-Defense Force fighter jet to fire a signal flare. Here's Chris Gilbert reporting for us from Tokyo.

4 October, 2024

Namibia

Oshana Regional Council hosted its annual Market and Public Service day at Uukwiyu- wUushona

Oshana Regional Council hosted its annual Market and Public Service day at Uukwiyu- wUushona, which is a one day event aim to bring services closer to the people. The event attracted a number of exhibitors, government and private institutions within the region.

4 October, 2024