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New National Connection Charge Code to Standardize Power Network Connections

The Electricity Control Board is set to replace its National Connection Charge Policy with a legally binding National Connection Charge Code. This change mandates the use of the NCC, ensuring standardized power network connections and charges. The new code will enforce compliance among industry players with national guidelines. ECB's Executive for Economic and Market Regulation, Pinehas Mutota explains.

7 August, 2024

World

Political uncertainty in Bangladesh after PM Hasina flees to India

Bangladesh has woken up to uncertainty and more violence, a day after Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country. Reports suggest she may be in a safe house in Delhi and may soon travel to London, though there's no confirmation yet. Ishan Garg has more.

6 August, 2024

Health / Medical

National Health Laboratory Service in South Africa has begun restoring its critical IT services

The National Health Laboratory Service in South Africa has begun restoring its critical IT services following a recent cyberattack. Critical services, including laboratory registration and results processing, are being returned online in phases. Healthcare professionals can now access patient results through the NHLS laboratory web results viewer, improving efficiency and reducing backlogs. The laboratory’s spokesperson Mzi Gcukumana says they are safeguarding their IT assets and resuming full-service delivery amid ongoing […]

6 August, 2024

Namibia

Investigations Underway in Otavi Suicide and Otjiwarongo Stabbing

A 32-year-old man, Hiyana Luwa, committed suicide in Otavi Police holding cells on Saturday morning. Arrested on stock theft charges, Luwa was found hanging from a blanket. No foul play is suspected. Separately, 30-year-old Uarotua Kangombe was fatally stabbed in Otjiwarongo's Heroes Park on Sunday. Attacked by thieves demanding her cellphone, Kangombe suffered a deep stab wound and died at the hospital. The suspects are still at large. Police are […]

6 August, 2024

Namibia

Court Appearance Expected After Fatal Stabbing Over N$5

A 25-year-old man is scheduled to appear in the Mariental Magistrate’s Court tomorrow following his arrest for allegedly stabbing 21-year-old Markus Willem Theodor to death. According to a weekend crime report by the Namibian Police Force, the incident occurred around 2:30am on Sunday at a bar in Gibeon. The altercation, which stemmed from an argument over N$5 owed to the suspect, escalated when he allegedly stabbed Theodor in the […]

6 August, 2024

South Africa

S.A’s Cosatu Applauds NEHAWU for Settlement with South African Bureau of Standards

S.A Union federation Cosatu has applauded the National Education, Health, and Allied Workers Union on settling with the South African Bureau of Standards. Nehawu had protested for two weeks to dispute the new payment structure implemented at the bureau, as well as claims that executive management had benefitted from a pay increase. Cosatu’s, Zanele Sabela, says the agreement reached will benefit workers greatly:

6 August, 2024

Business / Economics

Stocks in Asia rebound after a day of wild selling worldwide

Investors in Asia reclaimed a measure of calm on Tuesday, after a day of frenzied selling around the world over concerns about a potential US recession. Japanese, South Korean and Taiwanese stocks were all up in morning trade after a day of historic losses. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

6 August, 2024

Namibia

Khomas Region Requires Three New Schools Annually

Khomas Region needs at least three new schools each year to accommodate an annual increase of 2,665 learners, according to Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua. The region currently has 141 schools serving 106,350 learners, with a learner population growth of 18% over the past six years. Additionally, improvements in the Namibia Senior Secondary School Ordinary Level results were noted, with 1,610 learners qualifying for the Advanced Subsidiary Level in 2024, up from […]

6 August, 2024

Namibia

One Economy Foundation CEO Highlights August 2024 Initiatives

Uajokorisa Karuaihe, CEO of One Economy Foundation, discussed the foundation's upcoming activities for August 2024, emphasizing their commitment to bridging socio-economic gaps and empowering youth through innovative programs. She highlighted the importance of these initiatives in driving positive change. FIND THE FULL INTERVIEW ON FUTUREMEDIANEWS.COM.NA

6 August, 2024