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Experian Index Shows Slight Improvement in South African Consumer Credit Defaults

The latest Experian Consumer Default of South Africa Index has recorded a slight improvement in the credit defaulting behaviour of South African consumers. The improvement is across various loan types such as personal loans, home loans, vehicle loans and credit cards in the three months that ended in June. The index indicates how consumers appear to have marginally improved in their debt management. Experian's Jaco van Jaarsveldt told SABC News […]

1 October, 2024

Business / Economics

NIPDB to Implement New Governance Structure After Initial Operational Strategy

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board will adopt a new governance structure following the conclusion of its 24-month operational strategy. This change coincides with the impending end of the Advisory Board's term, which has been in place since the institution's inception and will conclude on October 31st: The organization's Catherine Shipushu:

1 October, 2024

Namibia

Namibians Unite to Tackle Local Authorities and Banking Issues

Namibians are banding together to confront local authorities, councilors, technocrats, and lawyers they feel are compromising the interests of citizens. Activist Shaun Gariseb has stated that they intend to petition Parliament to address concerns within the banking sector, emphasizing the need for long-term solutions instead of short-term political benefits. Initial groundwork has already been laid to address the challenges presented by the existing banking system. The LPM's Lifalaza Simataa on […]

1 October, 2024

World

Biden to visit Hurricane Helene areas

US President Joseph Biden says he plans to visit areas hit by Hurricane Helene in the coming days but does not want his visit to delay getting supplies to the affected areas. More than 110 people are known to have died and at least 600 people are still missing across multiple states. Biden spoke about the effects of the storm from the White House on Monday.

1 October, 2024

Namibia

Religious Leaders Urge Next Namibian President to Prioritize Anti-Corruption

Religious leaders, including James Fredericks, Secretary General of the Council of Churches in Namibia, are calling for the next president to adopt a zero-tolerance stance on corruption. Speaking at a socio-economic justice workshop, Fredericks emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and strengthening the Anti-Corruption Commission. He also urged leaders to focus on equitable growth and job creation to benefit all Namibians, particularly the marginalized.

1 October, 2024

World

Ryan Routh pleads not guilty to attempting to assassinate Donald Trump

The man accused of plotting to kill former U.S president Donald Trump at his Florida golf course has pleaded not guilty to five counts including attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate. Prosecutors allege Ryan Routh stalked Donald Trump before setting up what they called a "sniper's nest" at the edge of his golf course in west Palm Beach, Florida. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.

1 October, 2024

South Africa

Gauteng Seeks Alternative Funding to Boost Fiscal Sustainability With No E-Toll Refunds for Motorists

Gauteng aims to enhance fiscal sustainability by exploring alternative funding sources like public-private partnerships, donor funding, and developmental finance. Finance MEC Lebogang Maile says the 2025 budget aims for debt stabilisation and sustained service delivery. The province has to cope with a smaller budget and also pay e-toll debt. Maile also clarified that motorists who paid for e-tolls will not be refunded:

1 October, 2024

South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal MEC Siboniso Duma Expresses Confidence in Preparedness for Severe Weather

KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, says he is satisfied with the level of preparedness for the inclement weather expected from today. This follows a yellow level two warning issued by the South African Weather Service for heavy rainfall, severe thunderstorms, and snow in the province. Duma says a satellite base has been set up in Van Reenen along the N3, where snowfall is anticipated:

30 September, 2024

Namibia

Environment Ministry Warns Against Killing Protected Carmine Bee-Eaters

The Environment, Forestry and Tourism ministry has issued a warning against killing carmine bee-eater birds. Ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda condemned a recent incident in the Kavango regions where these birds were killed, calling it a "barbaric act." He emphasized the importance of these migratory birds, which breed in Namibia and contribute significantly to tourism, benefiting the social and economic development of rural communities. The ministry is currently investigating the incident.

30 September, 2024