insert_link South Africa Democratic Alliance condemns S.A president Cyril Ramaphosa’s signing of the National Health Insurance Act The Democratic Alliance condemns S.A president Cyril Ramaphosa's signing of the National Health Insurance Act, accusing the ANC of neglecting the failing healthcare system. They argue the act is an electioneering tool, lacking the necessary investment and infrastructure for effective healthcare. Criticisms include concerns over corruption, funding, flawed parliamentary process, and constitutional violations. The DA’s Siviwe Gwarube has vowed to challenge the scheme through all legal avenues to protect the […] todayMay 16, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Kunene Governor Advocates for Inclusive Employment in Green Hydrogen Sector Kunene Governor Marius Sheya emphasizes the necessity of extending employment opportunities in the green hydrogen sector to all Namibians, including school dropouts, during a visit to Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope's office. Sheya underscores the skills gap in Kunene and proposes the establishment of training centers to provide opportunities for upskilling. He emphasizes that not all roles in green hydrogen projects require advanced degrees and calls for coordinated investment […] todayMay 16, 2024 14
insert_link World U.S inflation eased in April, according to new CPI figures U.S inflation eased slightly last month, according to new data released Wednesday. The consumer price index, which measures changes in price for a basket of goods and services, increased 0.3% in April - less than estimates. Sally Patterson has more for us from New York. todayMay 16, 2024 12
insert_link World Nakba marked by university protests in Belgium Students in the Belgian city of Gent are marking the Nakba anniversary with fresh demonstrations on campus. Nakba means catastrophe in Arabic and is a term used to describe the mass expulsion of Palestinians from what is now Israel 76 years ago. William Denselow has the details from Gent. todayMay 16, 2024 40
insert_link South Africa Investigation into George Building Collapse Expected to Last Minimum of 12 Months V3 Consulting Engineers, an independent firm of structural engineers, has been tasked with investigating the building collapse in South Africa's Western Cape province. The preliminary timeline for the investigation is set at a minimum of 12 months. The collapse has resulted in the tragic loss of 33 workers, with 19 still missing. Premier Alan Winde emphasized the need to comprehend the events leading to the collapse and to implement measures […] todayMay 16, 2024 14
insert_link Business / Economics 9-16 May Weekly Economic Wrap: Diverse Trends Unfold Across Africa and Beyond In the dynamic landscape of African and international economies, the past week has witnessed a plethora of developments, from notable milestones to significant shifts in key sectors. Here's a comprehensive roundup of the latest economic highlights: Namibia: Private Sector Credit Declines, Port Authority Achieves Milestone Official data from Namibia reveals a substantial decline of 65.7% in private sector credit disbursements over the past year, totaling N$1.44 billion compared to […] todayMay 16, 2024 16
insert_link Business / Economics 16 May 2024 Morning Biz News: Global Economic Updates: Tourism Booms in Namibia, Rand Maintains Momentum, Nigeria Faces Inflation Challenges, Dollar Slumps In March 2024, Namibia experienced a remarkable surge in hotel bookings, with over 26 thousand rooms reserved, marking a substantial 19.1% increase compared to the same period last year. This surge in bookings was primarily driven by coastal destinations, signaling a promising trajectory for the country's tourism sector. The coastal regions, renowned for their scenic beauty and diverse attractions, attracted a significant influx of visitors, contributing to the overall growth […] todayMay 16, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Automobile Association forecasts notable reductions in fuel prices come June South Africa's Automobile Association forecasts notable reductions in fuel prices come June. According to preliminary data from the country's Central Energy Fund, it's anticipated that 95-octane petrol will decrease by approximately 61 cents per liter, while 93-octane petrol will see a drop of around 63 cents. Diesel prices are expected to dip by about 74 cents per liter. The association attributes these potential decreases primarily to a stronger rand and […] todayMay 16, 2024 6
insert_link World More aid for Israel from the U.S. despite recent concern over Israel’s operation in Rafah Washington is moving forward with another 1 billion dollars in military aid for Israel, despite U.S. President Joseph Biden only recently withholding weapons due to concerns about the impact on civilians. Israel continues a limited operation in Rafah despite warnings over the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip being catastrophic. Caroline Malone has more for us. todayMay 16, 2024 12
