South Africa Celebrates Achievements at 12th World Urban Forum

South Africa Celebrates Achievements at 12th World Urban Forum

South Africa's Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi concluded her Egypt visit, celebrating South Africa’s achievements at the 12th World Urban Forum. Kubayi said that South Africa also initiated a SADC ministers’ meeting to accelerate informal settlement upgrades, sharing insights and solutions for sustainable cities globally. In addition, she led discussions on sustainable urbanisation and secured agreements to establish a UN-Habitat office in South Africa:

November 11, 2024 11

World

Trump wins Nevada With Arizona still being counted

Donald Trump has won Nevada, a US state he lost in both 2016 and 2020. Both he and Kamala Harris, his Democrat rival, courted voters in the state several times in the lead-up to the election. He may already be the President-elect, but votes are still being counted in Arizona. Here's Sally Patterson reporting for us:

November 11, 2024 13

Nam Elections 2024

IPC Candidate Panduleni Itula Emphasizes Leadership as Serving the People’s Needs

The Independent Patriots for Change presidential candidatePanduleni Itula, said Leadership is not about sitting offices but it is about understanding the needs of their people and having them at hearts.

November 11, 2024 14

Namibia

NSA Denies Government Interference in Delayed Unemployment Data Release

Namibia Statistics Agency's statistician general Alex Shimuafeni has refuted claims of government interference in the delay of unemployment statistics reports indicate. This after releasing the 2023 census data without employment figures, the NSA received a letter of demand from the Economic Policy Research Association calling for the data within 10 days. Shimuafeni emphasized the NSA’s commitment to impartiality, stating that data is released simultaneously to all stakeholders without prior consultation.

November 11, 2024 6

Namibia

Local Youth Shine at Model UN Conference

The 12th annual Model United Nations Namibia Conference concluded with high school learners recognized for their outstanding contributions on issues of gender equality and empowerment. Delegates from 16 schools participated, with awards for Best Delegation going to Hage Geingob High School and Windhoek International School, while speakers were praised for their display of diplomacy. British High Commissioner Charles Moore applauded the youth for their insights, expressing hope for a […]

November 8, 2024 5

South Africa

The ANC has called for stricter health and safety protocols for spaza shops

In S.A, the ANC has called for stricter health and safety protocols for spaza shops following recent foodborne illnesses, which have affected children. The party is working with law enforcement, local businesses, and other partners to introduce stricter regulations for establishments like spaza shops to ensure public health is prioritised. ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula told the media the party is also closely monitoring investigations into these incidents:

November 8, 2024 13

Local

High School Learners Take Top Honours at MODEL UN Conference

Windhoek, 7 October 2024 – The 12th annual Model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) Conference took place on November 5-6, 2024, at the United Nations House in Klein Windhoek, where high school learners were honoured for their outstanding contributions during the closing ceremony. Jointly hosted by UN Namibia, the British High Commission, and the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, the conference allowed learners to simulate a UN General Assembly […]

November 7, 2024 19

Local

DHPS Bids Farewell to the German International Abitur Class of 2024

"A ticket to a world full of opportunities and a valuable tool to cross the threshold into a self-determined and responsible life" – this is how Jörg Przybilla, Principal of Deutsche Höhere Privatschule Windhoek (DHPS), described the German International Abitur at the farewell ceremony on 1 November 2024, in the presence of graduates, their families, honored guests, sponsors, and the German Ambassador, Dr. Thorsten Hutter. Sixty-two young, motivated individuals now […]

November 7, 2024 5

South Africa

AfriForum and Solidarity Reject Cosatu’s Claims of Apartheid Flags at BELA Protest

AfriForum and Solidarity have dismissed Cosatu's claims that apartheid flags were displayed at the BELA protest in Pretoria. AfriForum's Kallie Kriel says the accusations are false and malicious. Adding that with over ten-thousand attendees protesting the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act, organisers noted one individual with a Vierkleur flag, who was quickly escorted off-site. He criticised Cosatu over the allegations:

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