insert_link Namibia Pressure mounts for government action on youth poverty Youth in the country are increasingly feeling the direct effects of living in poverty. Quincy Garises spoke with Future Media News: Helen Ankoma, a youth also weighed in. The Namibian government is yet to declare the close to 60% unemployment in the country as a crisis. todayJuly 8, 2024 11
insert_link World Hungary Prime Minister arrives in Beijing Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Beijing on Monday for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This is Orban's third surprise overseas trip since Hungary took over the European Union's rotating presidency at the beginning of July, after he travelled to Ukraine and Russia last week on what he called a "peace mission". Laura Westbrook has more. todayJuly 8, 2024 22
insert_link Africa Rival Sudanese Political Factions Begin Reconciliation Talks in Cairo On Saturday, rival Sudanese political factions participated in formal reconciliation talks in Cairo, marking the first such meeting since the country's conflict began nearly 15 months ago. Reuters has it that they acknowledged that prospects for a swift resolution to the war were minimal. During the conference, the Democratic Bloc, aligned with the army, declined to engage in joint sessions with the Taqaddum faction, accusing them of sympathizing with the […] todayJuly 8, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa City of Cape Town Takes Action to Safeguard Community Amid Weather Alert Upgrade The City of Cape Town has taken proactive steps to ensure community safety after the South African Weather Service upgraded its weather warning to level 8 . Strong to gale-force winds are expected, reaching speeds of 70 to 90-kilometres-per-hour, with gusts of over 100-kilometres-per-hour. Spokesperson, Charlotte Powell says the Disaster Coordinating Team will oversee the emergency response, and warns of potential structural damage. She advises residents to avoid coastal areas: […] todayJuly 8, 2024 35
insert_link World Japan and Philippines hold defense talks Japan and the Philippines are holding security talks in Manila on Monday. The meeting is expected to result in a new defense pact between the two countries. Chris Gilbert reports. todayJuly 8, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics Theo Baloyi: From Humble Beginnings to CEO of Bathu Shoes, Inspiring Africa Theo Baloyi, the dynamic CEO of Bathu Shoes, recently visited Namibia, sharing his inspiring journey and vision for his company and the African continent. Baloyi's story is one of perseverance, vision, and a deep commitment to creating opportunities and igniting hope. A Journey of Opportunity and Vision "I am the first employee of Bathu," Baloyi began, highlighting his recent promotion to Group CEO. Born in the impoverished Alexander Township in […] todayJuly 8, 2024 50
insert_link Interview Transcripts FEATURE: Weather Warning Issued for Namibia by Meteorological Official Odilo Kgobetsi Windhoek, July 8, 2024 – The Namibian Meteorological Service has issued a severe weather warning for the southern and central regions of the country. Speaking early this morning, meteorological official Odilo Kgobetsi highlighted the impending adverse weather conditions expected to affect various parts of Namibia over the next few days. Frontal Systems Impacting the Region Two frontal systems are moving in from the Western Cape, with the first already affecting […] todayJuly 8, 2024 17
insert_link Business / Economics Business Summit Namibia Concludes In Windhoek The Business Summit Namibia recently hosted an exhibition in partnership with Yango, FNB Namibia, Fresh FM, the Development Bank of Namibia, and others. Theo Baloyi, CEO of Bathu Shoes in South Africa, delivered the keynote address. todayJuly 8, 2024 34
insert_link Africa Kenyans Gather for Concert in Nairobi to Honor Protest Victims Hundreds of Kenyans attended a concert in the nation's capital, Nairobi, on Sunday, chanting slogans and dancing to remember more than three dozen people killed in recent anti-government protests according to a report by Reuters. The demonstrations, which began on June 18, sought to halt planned tax hikes and call for President William Ruto's resignation. Activist Boniface Mwangi, present at the event, expressed mixed emotions adding that the government is […] todayJuly 8, 2024 13
