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Atleast 170 die in Nepal floods

170 people have died and at least 42 people are feared missing after rains triggered floods and landslides in Nepal. Vast areas around the capital Kathmandu have been inundated as rescue operations continue. As our South Asia correspondent Ishan Garg tells us:

30 September, 2024

Business / Economics

NIPDB’s Know2Grow Programme Shortlisted for 2024 WTPO Awards

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board has announced that its Know2Grow High Potential Pool Programme has been shortlisted for the prestigious World Trade Promotion Organisation 2024 Awards. The Brief says NIPDB is recognized in the category of “Best Initiative to Ensure that Trade is Inclusive and Sustainable.” Organized by the International Trade Centre, these awards honor Trade Promotion Organisations that excel in helping small businesses compete globally through innovative […]

30 September, 2024

South Africa

Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa calls on the national government to establish a health infrastructure fund

The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa calls on the national government to establish a health infrastructure fund to deal with challenges in health facilities. The country’s public health infrastructure has many shortcomings, including old and often poorly maintained health facilities needing repair, refurbishment and sometimes replacement. Denosa’s Gauteng chairperson, Simphiwe Gada, says there is a need for an overview of the current infrastructure of hospitals in the country:

30 September, 2024

World

Lebanon says a million people may be displaced as Israel continues air strikes

Lebanon says a million people may be displaced as Israel continues air strikes. The country's health ministry says over 50 people were killed in on Sunday. Israel says it has also attacked military targets of the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen. Chris Watts works with the charity Future Academy in refugee camps in Lebanon.

30 September, 2024

South Africa

South African woman was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport for allegedly smuggling drugs

A 21-year-old South African woman was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport for allegedly smuggling drugs yesterday. The woman was profiled and intercepted as she arrived on a flight from São Paulo, Brazil. National police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe, says this is the eleventh drug mule to be arrested at the airport in two months:

30 September, 2024

Namibia

Omaruru Town Council CEO Underscores Local Business Growth Post ARAF

Vice President H.E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, speaking at the Amalgamated Rotational Annual Festival in Karibib, highlighted the importance of improving access to goods and services to empower local businesses. The festival, themed "Bigger, Better, Broader," celebrates culture and community while encouraging exhibitors to seize growth opportunities. The event ran until yesterday. Valentinus Sindong: The CEO of the Omaruru Town Council. The following ARAF event is slated next year in Usakos.

30 September, 2024

World

Israel Launches Air Strikes in Yemen, Targeting Houthi Military Infrastructure Amid Ongoing Regional Tensions

Israel has announced it has conducted extensive air strikes in Yemen, focusing on what it describes as military targets associated with the Houthi regime, which it labels as terrorist. These targets included a seaport, weapons depots, and various infrastructure sites. In retaliation for Israel's ongoing offensive in Gaza, the Iran-backed Houthis have fired missiles and drones at Israel, also affecting global trade through the Red Sea. The air strikes coincide […]

30 September, 2024

Namibia

Consumer Complaints in Namibia: Long-Term Insurance Industry Tops the List

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority has recognized the long-term insurance sector as the leading source of consumer complaints in 2023, receiving 247 grievances reports The Brief. Following closely were microlenders with 165 complaints, while the short-term insurance industry and pension funds ranked third with 122 complaints. Although some sectors saw a decrease in complaints compared to 2022, these four industries collectively represented 94% of all reported issues.

30 September, 2024

South Africa

Nobel Laureate Gurnah Praises South Africa’s Role in Gaza Conflict Resolution

Nobel Laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah commended South Africa's efforts to end the Gaza conflict during the 22nd Nelson Mandela lecture in Johannesburg. Gurnah criticized Israeli leaders for prolonging the war, which has resulted in thousands of deaths and mass displacement. He also warned that without decisive intervention, the International Court of Justice ruling would fail to halt the ongoing violence in Gaza.

30 September, 2024