insert_link Business / Economics Namib Mills Probes Alleged Link to Child Deaths in South Africa Namib Mills is investigating after three children in South Africa reportedly died after consuming its vanilla-flavoured Top Score instant maize porridge. Although no evidence currently links the product to the deaths, all Top Score porridge has been temporarily withdrawn from shelves in Namibia and South Africa. The company is cooperating with authorities and will provide updates as the investigation continues. todaySeptember 30, 2024 7
insert_link World Trump meets Zelensky in New York, says he has good relationship with Putin Donald Trump says he has a good relationship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin during a meeting in New York with Ukraine's Vlodomyr Zelensky. The Ukrainian President has now met with both Presidential candidates to present his plan to end the war with Russia. From Washington our Jagruti Dave has more for us. todaySeptember 30, 2024 7
insert_link 1 South Africa S.A Education Activist Criticizes Teacher’s Union for Defying Ramaphosa’s Education Law Pause A South African Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has criticised the South African Democratic Teachers Union's decision to defy president Cyril Ramaphosa's three-month pause on clauses 4 and 5 of the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act. Makaneta calls Sadtu's stance reckless and disappointing, as Ramaphosa seeks discussions to refine the law. He urges Sadtu to respect the process and prioritise the education sector’s interests: todaySeptember 30, 2024 11 1
insert_link Namibia Venaani Defends Monica Geingos’ UNGA Attendance Amid Criticism Leader of the official opposition, McHenry Venaani, has expressed that former First Lady Monica Geingos' recent attendance at the 79th United Nations General Assembly should be celebrated. His remarks come as some critics question whether her trip was taxpayer-funded. Geingos was recently appointed by UN Secretary-General António Guterres as a Sustainable Development Goals advocate, alongside notable figures such as Michelin-star chef Massimo Bottura, philanthropist Diane von Furstenberg, and entertainer Lilly […] todaySeptember 30, 2024 3
insert_link Business / Economics Youth Energy Forum Welcomes Shapwanale and Jacobs to Advisory Board The Namibia Youth Energy Forum has named Ndapewoshali Mwangyengwa Shapwanale and Mutindi Jacobs to its Advisory Board. Shapwanale, who is the Director of Communication and Stakeholder Relations at Reconnaissance Energy Africa Ltd., also serves on the Public Affairs Committee of the Namibia Petroleum Operators Association. She has been recognized by the African Energy Chamber as one of the 25 under 40 women leaders transforming Africa's energy landscape. todaySeptember 27, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa S.A Union Leads Western Cape March to Parliament Over Security Companies’ Mismanagement of Workers’ Funds South African union, NUMSA in the Western Cape, joined by various other unions, marched to Parliament, demanding action against security companies looting workers' medical and provident funds. They submitted a memorandum, calling for members of Parliament in the finance and police committees to ensure compliance. NUMSA spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola vowed to continue pressurising government to protect workers' rights and enforce collective agreements: todaySeptember 27, 2024 13
insert_link World Netanyahu Vows Continued ‘Full Force’ Military Action Against Hezbollah Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the country's military will continue using 'full force' against Hezbollah in Lebanon. That's despite calls from the US and allies for a ceasefire to avoid all-out war. Lebanon's health ministry says Israeli air strikes killed over 90 people on Thursday. Sir Jeremy Greenstock , Britain's former Permanent Representative to the United Nations - believes a ceasefire deal is unlikely in the short term. todaySeptember 27, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics O&L Group Plans Major Expansion of Leisure Portfolio by 2029 The Ohlthaver & List Group is gearing up to expand its leisure portfolio from four to 10 establishments by 2029. Key destinations such as Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, and Etosha have been earmarked for the expansion, with Windhoek and Brandberg also being considered. O&L Group Executive Chairman Sven Thieme revealed to The Brief that the expansion will prioritize delivering authentic experiences at prime locations across the country. todaySeptember 27, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa S.A Political Analyst Says National Unity Efforts Failing to Reach Local Government Level S.A Political analyst Daniel Silke says the good spirit of the government of national unity cooperation being forged at the national level is not filtering down to the local level. The ANC, EFF, and ActionSA succeeded in their mission to remove Tshwane mayor DA’s Cilliers Brink in a vote of no-confidence yesterday. Silke says Brink’s removal is a disappointment which reflects more on internal ANC disunity: Meanwhile, ActionSA has […] todaySeptember 27, 2024 19