insert_link World Hurricane Milton could cost $100bn Recovery and rescue efforts underway in Florida as millions of people deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. Already, attention is turning to how much this storm could cost. As Nick Harper reports. todayOctober 11, 2024 7
insert_link South Africa Eastern Cape MEC Praises Police for Arrest in Lusikisiki Massacre Case To South Africa, where the Eastern Cape MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Xolile Nqatha, has applauded the police for arresting a suspect in connection with the massacre of 18 people in Lusikisiki. Forty-five-year-old Siphosoxolo Myekethe made his first court appearance yesterday. He is facing 18 charges of murder and one count of possession of an unlicensed firearm. The department’s spokesperson, Makhaya Komisa, says the prosecution must oppose bail for […] todayOctober 10, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 3-10 October 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Domestic Activity Declines, South Africa’s LPG Boom, and Global Financial Developments Economic activity in Namibia showed signs of a slowdown in the second quarter of 2024, with business registrations declining by 34% compared to the same period last year. According to the Bank of Namibia, both close corporations and private companies experienced downturns, with close corporations dropping by 37.7% and private companies by 8.4% year-on-year. In the realm of domestic debt, Namibia's total reached N$123.51 billion by the end of September, […] todayOctober 10, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Police Seize Drugs and Arrest 142 Suspects in September The Namibian Police Force has made significant strides in combating drug-related crimes during September 2024. Over 195,620 kg of cannabis, 689 Mandrax tablets, 421 units of crack cocaine, and 2 grams of cocaine powder were seized throughout the month. In connection with these seizures, 142 suspects were arrested, including 137 Namibians, one Angolan, one Tanzanian, and three Zambians. The Namibian Police remain committed to addressing the growing challenge […] todayOctober 10, 2024 12
insert_link World Top Indian security committee clears drone purchase from US India's top committee on internal security has approved the purchase for 31 predator drones from the United States. The deal was announced in June when Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Joseph Biden in Washington. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. todayOctober 10, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa S.A Union COSATU Welcomes Dismissal of Mkhwebane’s Bid for R10 Million Gratuity S.A Union Cosatu has welcomed the dismissal of former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s bid to force her ex-employer to pay her a ten-million gratuity. The Gauteng High Court said that it would be absurd for Mkhwebane to expect an end-of-service gratuity payment after having left the office in disgrace. She was removed by Parliament less than a month shy of the end of her seven-year, non-renewable term. Cosatu’s, Zanele […] todayOctober 10, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Ondonga Traditional Authority Reaffirms Land Ownership Amid Protests Over Fencing The Ondonga Traditional Authority clarified that all land within the Okashana Kuukongo wa Nehale zone falls under the jurisdiction of the reigning King of Ondonga, not under any district or village. This statement follows a peaceful protest by residents opposing the fencing of certain areas, which led to the destruction of some fences. OTA Chairperson John Walenga explained that while parts of the land were subdivided into individual farming units, […] todayOctober 10, 2024 11
insert_link World US says Taiwan speech no justification for China military pressure The United States says China has no justification for using an annual national day speech by Taiwan as a pretext for military pressure. President Lai Ching-te, who took office in May, has delivered a keynote address on Thursday, which is likely to anger China. Laura Westbrook reports. todayOctober 10, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Rosa Namises Urges President Mbumba to Consult Namibians on Africa’s UN Security Council Seat Independent Presidential candidate, Rosa Namises calls on President Mbumba to consult Namibians before speaking to the African Union regarding the UN Security Council and Africa's seat on it. todayOctober 10, 2024 12