insert_link Local SPEAKER HON. PROF. PETER H. KATJAVIVI TO VISIT CUBA ON BILATERAL PARLIAMENTARY MISSION Havana, Cuba – 19 October 2024 – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter H. Katjavivi, has arrived in Cuba, leading a multi-party parliamentary delegation on a week-long official visit from 20 to 26 October 2024. Upon his arrival, Hon. Prof. Katjavivi was received by Ana María Mari Machado, Vice President of the National Assembly of the People’s Power of Cuba. This visit, at the invitation of H.E. […] todayOctober 21, 2024 6
insert_link Africa Kenya’s Impeached Deputy President Gachagua Claims Security Withdrawn, Blames Ruto Kenya's impeached deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, claimed on Sunday that his security detail had been withdrawn, placing his safety at risk as per Reuters. Gachagua, who has dismissed the charges against him as politically motivated, stated that President William Ruto would be held responsible if anything happened to him. He expressed frustration, calling it "the most unfortunate thing" that Ruto, whom he supported in the 2022 elections, would allow such […] todayOctober 21, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party In S.A Emphasizes Collaboration for Stability in Tshwane In S.A, the GOOD party in Tshwane says the ability of the new executive to work collaboratively is essential to bring stability to the capital, improve service delivery and maintain financial recovery. The GOOD party's Sarah Mabotsa says the it will be working within the new Tshwane Mayoral Committee to ensure they revitalise the city for the benefit of all residents: todayOctober 21, 2024 7
insert_link Local REBUTAL: FALSE ALLEGATIONS OF CORRUPT CONDUCT IN THE AWARD OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE PRODUCTION OF BALLOT PAPERS TO REN-FORM CC 1. The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) unequivocally refutes the malicious and baseless allegations being circulated regarding the award of the contract for the procurement of ballot papers for the November 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections, as announced on 17 October 2024. These allegations, intended to discredit the Commission and undermine public confidence in the electoral process, are false and misleading. Such unfounded claims are made to cast a […] todayOctober 21, 2024 9
insert_link Business / Economics 21 October 2024 Morning Biz News: October Highlights and Financial Indicators In October, Pupkewitz Megabuild reported a significant year-on-year decline in its basket value, setting it apart among the four major hardware stores in Windhoek, as noted in The Brief survey. The store experienced a 15.25% decrease in basket value compared to October 2023, although there was a slight month-on-month increase of 0.15%. In global economic news, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that the BRICS group is expected to lead […] todayOctober 21, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics Windhoek Approves 1,423 Building Plans in this year Despite Slight Decline in Units The City of Windhoek has approved 1,423 building plans so far this year, totaling N$1.62 billion, according to the latest data. IJG Securities reports that this reflects a 1.9% decrease of 27 units compared to the same period last year. However, the overall value of the approvals has experienced a notable increase of 56.7%. Here's the local authority's Lydia Amutenya: todayOctober 21, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa South African Union Cosatu Welcomes Tabling of Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill South African Union, Cosatu, has welcomed Mineral and Petroleum Resources minister Gwede Mantashe’s announcement of government’s intention to table the long-delayed Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill at Parliament. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says key provisions in the bill seek to improve the safety of mineworkers, and ensure all employers are held accountable for fulfilling their obligations to provide a safe work environment. He says the federation and NUM […] todayOctober 21, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Responds To Political Parties Challenging It Over Controversial Tender Several political parties have lodged complaints with the Electoral Commission of Namibia for awarding a N$6.2-million ballot-printing tender to Ren-Form, a South African company linked to Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who is under investigation for election corruption. Some parties accuse Zimbabwe's Zanu-PF of interfering in Namibia's elections, prompting calls from opposition leaders, like PDM's McHenry Venaani, for President Nangolo Mbumba to address the issue. The ECN's De Wet Siluka: Meanwhile, […] todayOctober 21, 2024 30
insert_link World US investigates leak of top secret Israel attack plans The US is investigating the leak of highly classified documents that detail Israel's plans for a retaliatory strike on Iran. US House Speaker Mike Johnson made the announcement on Sunday that two files marked "Top Secret" had appeared online. Here's our Nick Harper reporting from Washington. todayOctober 21, 2024 19