insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia Governor Announces Instant Payments in 2025 Governor Johannes !Gawaxab of the Bank of Namibia delivered a public lecture at the University of Namibia titled "Modernising Namibia’s Financial Landscape for a Prosperous Future." He outlined the introduction of fast payments, or instant payments, allowing real-time fund transfers 24/7, set to launch in September 2025. The regulator's, Josefina Oskar . todayOctober 2, 2024 38
insert_link Namibia Iran Launches Unprecedented Missile Attack on Israel As Namibia Urges Restraint Iran has initiated an unprecedented missile assault on Israel, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing violence and tensions in the region. Al Jazeera reports that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced on Tuesday that the missile strikes were in retaliation for lethal Israeli operations targeting individuals in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as the assassinations of prominent leaders from the IRGC, Hamas, and Hezbollah. Ambassador Penda Naanda: Executive Director […] todayOctober 2, 2024 19
insert_link World Japan’s Ishiba holds first talks with Biden Japan’s new prime minister has held his first phone call with the US President. Shigeru Ishiba told Joseph Biden he wants to strengthen the countries’ alliance. Our Chris Gilbert has more from Tokyo. todayOctober 2, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Weather Service forecasts a La Niña event this December and January South Africa's Weather Service forecasts a La Niña event this December and January, bringing above-average rainfall to the southern region. Lead scientist Christien Engelbrecht warns of a potential summer heatwave, urging South Africans to stay hydrated to prevent heat-related fatalities. She warns of high temperatures expected across the country during this period: todayOctober 2, 2024 30
insert_link Uncategorized South African Airways Expands Flight Schedule Between Windhoek and Johannesburg South African Airways will increase its flight frequency between Windhoek and Johannesburg by introducing a third daily flight starting October 27. Reports indicate the new flight will depart Johannesburg at 3pm and arrive in Windhoek at 5:45 in the afternoon, with the return flight leaving Windhoek at 08:30am and reaching Johannesburg at 11:55 in the morning. Air Connect Namibia emphasizes that this addition will provide more options for travelers, while […] todayOctober 2, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics GIPF Announces Tax Relief Refunds for Pensioners and Beneficiaries The Government Institutions Pension Fund has confirmed that tax-paying pensioners, as well as spousal and child beneficiaries, will receive their tax relief refunds on 28 November. This is in line with the provisions of the Income Tax Amendment Act, ensuring that eligible recipients benefit from the updated tax regulations.. General Manager, Marketing and Stakeholder Engagement at the GIPF: Edwin Tjiramba todayOctober 2, 2024 59
insert_link South Africa The DA says it opposes any proposed increases to South Africa’s national minimum wage In S.A. the DA says it opposes any proposed increases to South Africa’s national minimum wage, as it will only worsen the country’s already extremely high unemployment rate. Monday marked the final opportunity for stakeholders to submit their written comments on potential changes to the national minimum wage. The DA’s, Michael Bagraim, says maintaining the current minimum wage level strikes a necessary balance between protecting existing workers and opening the […] todayOctober 1, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia National Housing Enterprise Faces Declining Profitability and Liquidity Challenges The National Housing Enterprise is experiencing continued profitability challenges, with operating losses amounting to N$38.2 million in 2023, following a larger deficit of N$87.7 million in 2022. The Brief reports that the Deputy Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Maureen Hinda-Mbuende, highlighted significant liquidity issues affecting the organization's ability to meet short-term obligations. Over the past five years, NHE's gross profit has fluctuated, declining from N$334.7 million in 2019 to […] todayOctober 1, 2024 10
insert_link World Ishiba becomes Japan PM Japan is swearing in a new prime minister today. Shigeru Ishiba is beginning the role after winning the ruling party’s presidential election last week. From Tokyo, Chris Gilbert reports. todayOctober 1, 2024 7