insert_link Business / Economics US FAA investigating fake titanium used in new plane models Both Airbus and Boeing may have made planes with counterfeit titanium in them, according to new information from a supplier which says it had found corrosion in some parts. The US Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the long and short-term safety implications. Reporting for us is Caroline Malone. todayJune 17, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia Social Activist Herbert Jauch Calls for Modernized Socialism Amid Rising Unemployment in Namibia Herbert Jauch, a prominent social activist, emphasized the necessity for a contemporary approach to socialism in the 21st century. According to Jauch, this updated socialism should uphold principles of equality. In the interim...Rinaani Musutua, also an activist, said this pertaining to local authority leaders earning a salary from this role. todayJune 17, 2024 46
insert_link Business / Economics 17 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Pupkewitz Leads as Most Affordable Hardware Store; Rand Strengthens on SA Unity Deal: Biz News Update June 2024 1. Pupkewitz Tops as Most Affordable Hardware Store in Windhoek According to The Brief's latest monthly survey for June 2024, Pupkewitz has emerged as the most affordable hardware store in Windhoek. The survey, which commenced in June last year, compares prices of a standardized basket of hardware items commonly purchased monthly. The stores included in the comparison were Build It, BUCO, Pupkewitz Megabuild, and Ark Trading. Over the past […] todayJune 17, 2024 29
insert_link World Biden issues Trump warning at A-lister attended LA Fundraiser U.S President Joseph Biden has once again sounded the alarm about the dangers of a second Trump Presidency at a Los Angeles fundraiser over the weekend. It was hosted by his predecessor Barack Obama and raised over $30 million dollars. Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more on the event which was also backed by some big names from Hollywood. todayJune 17, 2024 13
insert_link Uncategorized The agricultural union TLU in SA says it stands ready to collaborate with government The agricultural union TLU in SA says it stands ready to collaborate with government for effective measures to combat farm violence. CEO Bennie van Zyl says on Thursday, farmer Tollie Nel was shot and killed in his home in KwaZulu-Natal, before the attackers fled. Van Zyl says farmers are the backbone of the country's agricultural sector, and their safety is of the utmost importance: todayJune 17, 2024 78
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia Monitors Mpox Situation After New Cases and Deaths in South Africa After the announcement by South African Health Minister, Joe Phaahla of a new laboratory-confirmed case of Mpox and a second death linked to the disease, Namibia is closely monitoring the situation. Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe, stated that health authorities in Namibia are on alert and taking necessary precautions to prevent any potential outbreak in the country. todayJune 17, 2024 175
insert_link Namibia Tanzanian National to Appear in Court for Possession of Cannabis Worth Close To 1 Million N$ A 26-year-old Tanzanian national is set to appear in the Keetmanshoop Magistrate Court after being found with cannabis valued at over N$800,000. According to Deputy Commissioner, Nikodemus Mbango, the suspect was arrested on Sunday at the Keetmanshoop police roadblock following a tip-off. The police discovered 16 parcels of cannabis weighing 16.625 kilograms in the suspect's bags during a search. The drugs were seized, and investigations are ongoing. todayJune 17, 2024 15
insert_link World Western Cape’s premier Alan Winde announced the new cabinet of the provincial government In S.A , Western Cape's premier, Alan Winde announced the new cabinet of the provincial government. Anroux Marais is the new MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety, replacing Reagan Allen, now deputy speaker of the legislature. Ricardo Mackenzie moves to Cultural Affairs and Sport, succeeded by Isaac Sileku as MEC for Mobility. Deidre Baartman is new the Finance MEC, and Mireille Wenger the MEC for Health and Wellness. The […] todayJune 14, 2024 47
insert_link World China and New Zealand deepen trade ties during Premier Li visit Chinese Premier Li Qiang will meet New Zealand business leaders on Friday on the second day of a regional tour that also takes in neighbouring Australia and signals a warming in ties between the Pacific nations and their biggest trading partner. It's the highest level Chinese visit to New Zealand in seven years. As our Laura Westbrook reports. todayJune 14, 2024 9
