insert_link Namibia GIPF Holds Millions in Unclaimed Benefits And Urges Members to Claim Funds The Government Institutions Pension Fund has revealed that it currently possesses "millions" in unclaimed benefits intended for members who have departed from the fund and no longer hold employment. GIPF reports that around 176 members still need to collect their benefits, which are categorized as "unclaimed" under the fund's regulations. Edwin Tjiramba- GIPF's spokesperson. today19 June, 2024
insert_link World Biden offers protections for illegal spouses of US citizens U.S President, Joseph Biden has outlined what he's called a "common sense fix" to give undocumented immigrants legal status in the United States. His plan allows around 500,000 people living in the US illegally, who are married to US citizens, the chance to apply for green cards without leaving the US. The administration says it will help keep families together, rather than forcing them to leave America while their paperwork […] today19 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia Tragic Head-On Collision Claims Eight Lives on Otavi-Otjiwarongo Road A fatal accident occurred on the Otavi-Otjiwarongo B1 road in the Otjozondjupa Region this afternoon, claiming the lives of eight people. According to Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha of the Namibian Police Force, the accident involved a head-on collision between two vehicles. The collision happened approximately 20 kilometers south of Otavi when a vehicle overtaking another collided with an oncoming seven-seater, killing all eight occupants in the seven-seater. Police are still […] today19 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa KwaZulu-Natal premier Thami Ntuli Appoints Diverse Executive Council In S.A, KwaZulu-Natal premier,, Thami Ntuli has appointed his executive council with a composition reflecting multiple political parties. The council includes four members from the IFP, three from the ANC, two from the DA, and one from the NFP. This diverse appointment aims to foster cooperation and inclusive governance across party lines in the province. Ntuli thanked voters and political allies for their support in achieving a government of provincial […] today19 June, 2024
insert_link World Reports Indicate India and China Have expanded nuclear weapon stockpile India and China are expanding their nuclear warheads according to Swedish defense think tank SIPRI. Stockholm International Peace Research Institute says India added eight new nuclear warheads to its arsenal - while China added 90 in the past one year. Ishan Garg has more. today18 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia Man Dies After Shack Fire in Ombili Informal Settlement Johannes !Hoaeb, 39, from Ombili informal settlement in Otjiwarongo, died from injuries after his shack burned down on Monday morning. !Hoaeb, who appeared intoxicated, had asked his mother for matches before the fire broke out. Despite efforts by his mother and neighbors to save him, he suffered severe burns and died while being transferred to a hospital. Police are investigating the incident. today18 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa RISE Mzansi Vows to Amplify Youth Voices in S.A. National Assembly and Gauteng Legislature RISE Mzansi, now represented in South Africa's National Assembly and Gauteng provincial legislature, aims to amplify the voices of young people. Mabine Seabe of RISE Mzansi states the party will engage with communities, including youth, to understand their priorities for the National Assembly and Gauteng Provincial Legislature. Additionally, the party will keep these communities informed about legislative activities at both the national and provincial levels. today18 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia UN General Assembly President Visits Namibia Ahead of 2024 Summit Dennis Francis, President of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly, is visiting Namibia for three days at the invitation of Peya Mushelenga, Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation. This visit precedes the Summit of the Future in September 2024, co-facilitated by Namibia and Germany. Executive Director, Penda Naanda emphasized the visit's focus on accelerating the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. today18 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Al Jama-ah leader says the DA is hell-bent on taking control of the government of national unity In S.A, Al Jama-ah leader, Ganief Hendricks claims that the Democratic Alliance is determined to take control of the government of national unity. He criticizes the 'Statement of Intent' signed between the DA and another party, suggesting it facilitates power sharing between former oppressors and the former black liberation movement. Despite President Cyril Ramaphosa's assertion that there is no grand alliance with the DA, Hendricks believes the 'Statement of Intent' […] today18 June, 2024
