insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission has declared the 2024 general elections as free and fair South Africa's Electoral Commission has declared the 2024 general elections as free and fair. The voter turnout for these elections was 58.61-percent, much lower than the 66-percent in 2019. Over 16-million votes were cast. Speaking at the result announcement in Midrand yesterday evening, IEC CEO, Sy Mamabolo, says in an election the choice of the voter is sovereign and may not be negated. He adds that the voters who cast […] todayJune 3, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Investor Concerns Rise Over South African Elections and Potential Impact on Namibia The change in South African leadership following the recent elections has left investors apprehensive about the stability of its democracy. Business and Economics expert Josef Kefas Sheehama has weighed in on the potential effects this could have on Namibia, given that the Namibian Dollar is pegged to the South African Rand on a 1:1 basis. todayJune 3, 2024 37
insert_link Namibia Fuel Prices for Diesel and Petrol to Remain Unchanged The Mines and Energy ministry has announced that fuel prices for both Diesel and Petrol shall remain unchanged. The organization's Economist- Taramaris Amadhila. todayJune 3, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia Urban Minister Commends Seafarers Federation for Housing Initiative at Walvis Bay Urban and Rural Development Minister, Erastus Uutoni, commended the Seafarers United Land Housing Federation for their work in alleviating poverty and addressing housing issues in Walvis Bay. Founded in 2021, the federation focuses on creating housing solutions for fishermen by acquiring and developing municipal land. During a fundraising gala, Uutoni highlighted the importance of decent housing as a national right and recognized the federation's efforts in providing hope and better […] todayJune 3, 2024 10
insert_link World U.S President criticises what he calls “reckless” and “dangerous” efforts to paint Donald Trump’s trial as “rigged President Biden criticized attempts to portray Donald Trump's trial as biased, calling them "reckless" and "dangerous." Trump's historic criminal conviction for attempting to influence the 2016 Presidential election underscores the principle that no one is above the law. It marks the first time in U.S. history that a former or sitting President has been convicted of a crime. Trump faces three more criminal trials as he continues his political endeavors. […] todayJune 3, 2024 12
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Geluk Psychology Services: Empowering Mental Health in the Community Geluk Psychology Services is a beacon of hope and healing in the heart of our community, offering a range of vital psychological support services. Recently, we had the privilege of speaking with Hina Matengu, the Marketing Manager at the organization, to discuss their impactful initiatives and the exciting events they have planned. A Diverse Range of Services This organization is not just your typical psychology practice. They have gone above […] todayMay 30, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Rundu Residents Threaten Protest Over Water Woes Residents of Ndama’s Suncity and Long to Long informal settlements in Rundu are planning a protest on 4th June if their water issues remain unresolved. At a recent meeting, spokesperson David Nekaro urged the Rundu Town Council to restore water within seven days, highlighting that the residents have been without water since September last year. The affected residents have faced hardships, resorting to cutting municipal pipes and traveling long distances […] todayMay 29, 2024 20
insert_link World Delhi government may penalize water wastage as temperature soars to 50 degrees People wasting water in India's capital New Delhi could face fines as temperatures soar close to 50 degrees celsius. A deadly heatwave is gripping North India right now. Weather officials say there will be respite but not anytime soon. As Ishan Garg reports. todayMay 29, 2024 77
insert_link South Africa South African Communist Party is urging South Africans to raise their voices through the power of the ballot The South African Communist Party is urging South Africans to raise their voices through the power of the ballot and make a mark for democratic transformation and development for all. Millions of citizens are currently voting in what has been described as an important election for the country. SACP’s spokesperson, Alex Mashilo, says these elections are about defending the improvements from the country’s hard-won 1994 democratic breakthrough: todayMay 29, 2024 28
