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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Future Media

2329 Results / Page 94 of 259

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Namibia

Windhoek Faces Waste Management Challenges as Landfill Nears Capacity

Windhoek generates 84,520 tonnes of waste annually, with 36% organic and 16% recyclable or compostable say The Brief. With the city's landfill nearing capacity, David Adams, Acting Strategic Executive for Infrastructure, Water, and Technical Services, stresses the need to divert 6% of waste to buy time for a comprehensive waste management plan by 2027. The EU-funded project aims to improve waste management and increase recycling in the city.

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Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Benjamin Schernick: Leading the Fight Against Food Insecurity in Namibia

  Benjamin Schernick, the Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance of Namibia (NFAN), has become a pivotal figure in addressing the nation’s pressing issues of malnutrition and food insecurity. With recent reports highlighting alarming statistics in regions like Omaheke, where over 800 people reportedly died from malnutrition, Schernick’s voice has become more critical than ever in advocating for sustainable solutions. A Dire Situation Schernick is not surprised by the […]

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Namibia

Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance Takes Lead on Combating Namibia’s Malnutrition Crisis

Benjamin Schernick, Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance of Namibia, has emerged as a key advocate for tackling the country’s urgent malnutrition and food insecurity issues. Recent reports reveal severe statistics, such as over 800 malnutrition-related deaths in Omaheke, amplifying the importance of Schernick’s advocacy for sustainable solutions.  

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South Africa

Freedom Front Plus Criticizes Gauteng Premier Lesufi’s Economic Plans as Insufficient for Revival

The Freedom Front Plus in Gauteng says the economic plans put forward by premier Panyaza Lesufi will fall short of turning the province’s struggling economy around. The party was responding to the premier’s state of the province address. The FF Plus’, Anton Alberts, says Gauteng’s dire economic situation requires a watershed moment where proven economic policies are implemented at once:  

todayAugust 21, 2024 17

World

Obamas electrify DNC as they endorse Harris

Former U.S President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama have led a rousing endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential bid at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago In speeches which electrified the crowd, they delivered blistering attacks on her Republican rival Donald Trump, while warning there was still much work to be done to defeat him. Here's Kate Fisher reporting:  

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South Africa

South African Minister Ramokgopa Highlights UN’s Key Role in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals

South African Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, says the United Nations has been an important partner to South Africa in addressing challenges and meeting the Sustainable Development Goals. The minister held bilateral discussions with a delegation of the UN in South Africa. The ministry’s spokesperson, Litha Mpondwana, says the discussions reaffirmed the ongoing collaboration and partnership between the government and the UN:  

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Namibia

Walvis Bay Corridor Group emphasized the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Walvis Bay Port for Brazilian trade

Walvis Bay Corridor Group, CEO Hippy Tjivikua highlighted Walvis Bay Port's efficiency and cost-effectiveness for Brazilian trade, noting its shorter shipping times compared to South Africa's Durban port. The CEO emphasized the significant distance advantage, with Walvis Bay being much closer to Brazilian ports like Rio de Janeiro and Santos. This leads to faster delivery, lower costs, and enhanced competitiveness for Brazilian businesses. Tjivikua also underscored Namibia's stable political environment, […]

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World

US vice president Kamala Harris has symbolically accepted her party’s presidential nomination

US vice president Kamala Harris has symbolically accepted her party’s presidential nomination after delegates at the Democratic National Convention held a ceremonial roll call in Chicago. She already became the party’s official nominee earlier this month after receiving a majority of votes via a virtual roll call. Harris and her running mate, Minnesota governor Tim Walz, are currently holding a campaign rally in Milwaukee. Harris says the presidential race against […]

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South Africa

South African Medical Association and Denosa Back Second Presidential Health Compact

The South African Medical Association Trade Union and nursing organisation Denosa support the signing of the second presidential health compact, which aims to strengthen the healthcare system. Representing over 90-thousand doctors and nurses, they endorse the compact’s ten pillars, including improving healthcare infrastructure, access to medicines, and pandemic preparedness. Denosa spokesperson Sibongiseni Delihlazo says the compact builds on past health summits and seeks to advance National Health Insurance, promoting equitable, […]

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