insert_link World US President Joe Biden Clings on to Democratic Support US President Joe Biden is clinging on to his political future despite intense pressure not to run for re-election, even as Democrats consider calls for him to bow out. One Democratic Senator has suggested Donald Trump might be on track to claim the presidency "in a landslide", and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has hardly given him a ringing endorsement. Mitch McCann reports: todayJuly 11, 2024 16
insert_link Uncategorized Western Cape government on high alert as the South African Weather Service has upgraded the weather warning for today The Western Cape government says disaster teams are on high alert as the South African Weather Service has upgraded the weather warning for today to level eight for disruptive rainfall. Severe weather conditions in the province this week have left four-thousand-500 people displaced and more than 15-thousand structures damaged. City of Cape Town’s mayoral committee member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says weather conditions will likely result in widespread […] todayJuly 11, 2024 8
insert_link Uncategorized Mali and Russia’s Rosatom Sign Nuclear Cooperation Deals Reuters reports on Mali's ruling military junta and Russia's state nuclear company Rosatom who signed three cooperation deals, including discussions on a Russian-designed low-power nuclear power plant. Rosatom has been actively engaging with African nations, strengthening ties and seeking business opportunities. This includes bolstering relationships with West African juntas that have distanced themselves from traditional Western allies since seizing power in coups since 2020. todayJuly 11, 2024 12
insert_link World US lawmakers to vote on bill banning non-citizens casting ballot US lawmakers on Wednesday are voting on a bill banning non-citizens from taking part in federal elections - something which is already illegal. The SAVE Act would mandate voters to prove their citizenship in order to cast their ballot. Democrats call the measure unnecessary and designed to sow distrust among voters. Sally Patterson has more. todayJuly 11, 2024 12
insert_link Business / Economics 11 July 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia’s Green Scheme Spurs Maize Production Surge Amid Global Economic Trends Namibia's Green Scheme Boosts Maize Production Amidst Food Security Concerns Namibia's agricultural sector is poised for a significant boost in maize production this season, thanks to the country's Green Scheme projects. Recent reports from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification by the Food and Agricultural Organisation indicate that maize production is set to increase by 24% to 13,100 metric tonnes, up from 10,600MT in the previous season. This rise underscores […] todayJuly 11, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa RISE Mzansi has welcomed the appointment of its national Leader as chairperson of parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts In S.A, RISE Mzansi has welcomed the appointment of its national Leader and member of parliament Songezo Zibi as chairperson of parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts. The oversight body ensures accountability for public funds. Meanwhile, ActionSA parliamentary caucus leader, Athol Trollip says this breaks the convention of opposition party leadership. He argues this move by the government of national unity undermines effective oversight, as SCOPA plays a critical role […] todayJuly 11, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Namibia Dairies Introduces Winter Levy to Support Dairy Farmers Namibia Dairies has announced the implementation of a supplementary winter levy to support dairy farmers facing challenging conditions due to the ongoing drought. This initiative reflects the company's commitment to the local agricultural sector, recognizing dairy farmers as the backbone of food security and the economy. Namibia Dairies remains dedicated to assisting farmers through every challenge. Acting Managing Director of Namibia Dairies and Chief Operating Officer of the Ohlthaver & […] todayJuly 11, 2024 21
insert_link Africa Highlights From The 3rd Nalafem Summit The Nala Feminist Collective in partnership with the Government of Namibia, hosted the 3rd Nalafem Summit on 1st July 2024 in Windhoek. Themed "Women's Right To Lead," the summit aims to foster feminist leadership across Africa. Officially approved by Namibia's Cabinet, the event underscores the nation's commitment to gender equality and women's leadership. From Cameroon, Noella Ngunyam- Head Of Communications at Nala Feminist Collective. todayJuly 11, 2024 32
insert_link Namibia Former Fisheries Minister Bernhardt Esau Gains Access to Frozen Assets for Legal Fees Former Fisheries Minister, Bernhardt Esau has won a High Court ruling allowing access to his frozen assets for legal fees. Judge Beatrix de Jager ruled that Esau can access over 1.2 million for current legal expenses and close to 2.1 million for future expenses, after tax. Esau, arrested in November 2019 with several others for allegedly receiving bribes from Icelandic company Samherji, will have the funds transferred to his legal […] todayJuly 11, 2024 19
