insert_link South Africa S.A. Parliament Receives MK Party’s Notice on Removal of Public Representatives S.A parliament has confirmed it has received correspondence from the MK Party advising the Speaker of the National Assembly of its decision to remove several of its public representatives from the National Assembly. Parliament’s spokesperson, Moloto Mothapo says according to the Constitution, a person loses membership of the National Assembly if they cease to be a member of the party that nominated them to the Assembly: todayAugust 9, 2024 16
insert_link Oshiwambo Ependafule moRadio, Deon van Rensburg axulifa. Ondjonghundana yokukundaneka yo Future Media, oya shiivifa nenyeme efyo lomunailonga wayo Deon van Rensburg. Deon oo akala omukwateli komesho wo radio yo NOVA Sunrise, okwa lopotwa amana oweenda waye ongula yonena. Deon okwa kala ashiivikila nawa moshikondo shoikundaneki oule womido di dulife po25, oo adana onghandangala yakula mo programa yo Breakfast Crew yo Radio Wave. Ehangano lo Future Media ola yandja omahekeleko kovapambele ookaume novapwilikini aveshe voRadio, pefimbo eli loshilemo […] todayAugust 9, 2024 36
insert_link Namibia Leaders Urge Increased Youth Participation in Upcoming Elections There is a growing call from leaders across various sectors for increased youth involvement in the upcoming elections. Uajokorisa Karuaihe, CEO of the One Economy Foundation, has also emphasized the importance of engaging young people in the electoral process. todayAugust 9, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa DA Welcomes National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s Commitment to Address Challenges In S.A, the DA has welcomed the commitment by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme Administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, to address the various challenges it faces. The scheme, which runs a multi-billion-rand annual budget providing study loans to eligible students at tertiary institutions, has faced challenges including deficiencies in the rollout of funds to millions of its beneficiaries. The DA’s Desiree van der Walt says she will request that the […] todayAugust 9, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Education Minister’s Call For Improved Student Outcomes Irks Landless People’s Movement Education Minister, Anna Nghipondoka has called on teachers to “think outside the box” and prioritize student success, emphasizing that issues like classroom shortages and overcrowding will not be accepted as excuses for poor performance. Her directive comes as the Landless People's Movement joins the conversation, adding their perspective on the matter. todayAugust 9, 2024 10
insert_link Africa UN Security Council Highlights Impact of Peacekeeping Drawdowns on Women and Girls’ Rights The United Nation Security Council has addressed the negative impacts of abrupt peace-keeping and political mission drawdowns on women and girls’ rights. During the meeting, chaired by Sierra Leonne, the council highlighted how the UN has faced rapid transitions in countries like Mali and Sudan, where host governments forced mission withdrawals. UN Women's Sima Bahous says it's important for women to be included: todayAugust 9, 2024 21
insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month: A Conversation with Bianca Özcan Windhoek, Namibia – In a recent interview with Future Media’s Leonard Witbeen, Bianca Özcan, a passionate advocate for rare diseases, highlighted the critical issues surrounding Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) during August's Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month. Bianca began by addressing the profound impact SMA has on individuals and families. "SMA is a rare, progressive neuromuscular condition characterized by muscle weakness and atrophy, which can severely affect daily activities such […] todayAugust 9, 2024 10
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Penda Negonga Outlines Namibia Progressive Party’s Vision on Key Issues Windhoek, Namibia – In a recent interview with Future Media’s Leonard Witbeen, Penda Negonga of the Namibia Progressive Party (NPP) outlined his party’s strategies for tackling some of Namibia’s most pressing issues: unemployment, housing, and LGBTQIA+ rights. As Namibia heads towards its national elections later this year, these topics are expected to be pivotal in shaping the country's future. Addressing Unemployment Negonga emphasized the NPP's commitment to tackling Namibia's soaring […] todayAugust 9, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Minister in the Presidency says the Cabinet has noted the significant improvement in the healthcare system S.A's Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says the Cabinet has noted the significant improvement in the healthcare system, including an increase in life expectancy to 66-years. This progress is attributed to enhanced healthcare interventions, such as expanded antiretroviral therapy and vaccination programmes. According to Ntshavheni, the rise in life expectancy and reduction in infant mortality highlights the positive impact of government health initiatives on public well-being: todayAugust 9, 2024 9
