insert_link South Africa S.A’s Public Enterprises minister has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections S.A's Public Enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections. Speaking at the National Union of Mineworkers national policy conference in Ekurhuleni, Gordhan highlighted state capture and its impact on unemployment. He also warned against the rise of counter-revolutionary forces as discussions continue to gain momentum, over the formation of a government of national unity: todayJune 13, 2024 24
insert_link Business / Economics US inflation unchanged in May but remains higher than that of 2023 The latest US government data shows that inflation slowed last month. But the Labor Department report highlighted that prices are still higher than this time last year. Nick Harper reports for us from Washington. todayJune 13, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Mayor of Swakopmund expressed joy at the latest addition to the Ruach Elohim Foundation Dina Namubes, Mayor of Swakopmund, expressed her heartfelt joy regarding the latest addition to the Ruach Elohim Foundation. todayJune 13, 2024 66
insert_link Africa UN Security Council Set to Vote on Resolution Against Siege in Sudan’s al-Fashir Diplomats indicated on Wednesday that the United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on Thursday on a resolution drafted by Britain. The resolution demands an end to the siege of al-Fashir in Sudan's North Darfur region by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. According to the draft text reviewed by Reuters, the resolution also urges an immediate cessation of hostilities, de-escalation in and around the city, and the withdrawal of […] todayJune 13, 2024 11
insert_link World G7 leaders start arriving for summit in southern Italy G7 leaders including U.S. President Joseph Biden and France's Emanuel Macron are arriving in southern Italy for a critical summit. They're set to discuss how to use 300 billion dollars of frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine, amongst a host of other global challenges. Giles Gibson is following the summit for us in the Italian city of Bari. todayJune 13, 2024 36
insert_link Business / Economics 13 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Biz News Roundup: Key Developments in Property Legislation, Corporate Earnings, Oil Prices, and Currency Movements Property Practitioners Bill Introduced in Parliament In a significant legislative move, the Namibian Parliament has introduced the Property Practitioners Bill, aiming to overhaul and modernize the country’s property sector. According to a report by The Brief, this Bill is set to replace the outdated Estate Agents Act of 1976. The proposed legislation will establish the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority, which is designed to enhance consumer protection and ensure more […] todayJune 13, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Challenges Strain Namibian Public Health Pharmacies Deputy Health Minister, Ester Muinjangue highlighted severe strain on Namibia's public health pharmacies at the 2024 National Pharmaceutical Services Forum, citing an average of 60 patients per pharmacist daily. She pointed to high patient loads hindering comprehensive care and counseling, worsened by medication shortages and procurement delays. Muinjangue outlined strategies like the National Medicines Policy and diversified sourcing for solutions. Health Executive Director. Ben Nangombe noted structural issues causing stockouts, […] todayJune 13, 2024 17
insert_link Africa Nigeria’s President Tinubu Vows Economic Reforms Amid Rising Public Anger President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria assured on Wednesday that economic reforms will persist despite growing public discontent fueled by increasing hardships as reported by Reuters. He announced plans to soon present an executive bill to parliament aimed at establishing a new minimum wage. Tinubu, in office for a year, eliminated a longstanding petrol subsidy that artificially suppressed prices and contributed to currency devaluation, resulting in inflation rising to 33.69% in […] todayJune 13, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Environment Minister Shifeta Assesses Stranded Hippos Along Drying Chobe River Environment, Forestry, and Tourism Minister, Pohamba Shifeta visited and assessed the pond along the Chobe River, where approximately 135 hippos are stranded due to the river's continued drying. Here is Minister Shifeta. todayJune 13, 2024 34
