insert_link World High Level UN Security Council meeting to be finalized in New York A High Level Inter-ministerial Security Council meeting will take place in New York on Tuesday. France's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs is expected to chair the meeting. The meeting comes as Palestinian officials in Gaza reported that over 25 thousand people have now been killed and the United Nations says the humanitarian situation is out of control. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. today24 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia NamPower MD Simson Haulofu Criticized for Retaining Zimbabwean National and Failure to Identify Successor Simson Haulofu, NamPower's Managing Director, faced criticism for retaining a Zimbabwean national in the utility's Finance department. Haulofu and Martha Mbombo, the board chairlady, are alleged to have spent five years implementing a directive, yet at the term's end, failed to identify a successor. Furthermore, they proudly announced their refusal to discuss employee matters in the media. Lazarus Kairabeb, representing the Landless People's Movement, shared the following thoughts on the […] today24 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa SA Electricity Minister says the energy outlook is set for improvement with the return of Koeberg unit SA Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says the energy outlook is set for improvement with the return of Koeberg unit one to the grid, ensuring a substantial boost of at least 27 additional megawatts. Unit one was successfully synchronised in November last year, following an extended outage, which signifies a positive step towards enhancing energy resilience. Briefing the media on the Energy Action Plan, Ramokgopa anticipates a notable reduction in load-shedding […] today24 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia EU and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Launch Transformative Project The initiation of the project "Empowering CSOs, Women, Youth, and Marginalized Communities as Equal Partners in Democracy" has been announced by the European Union and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. This transformative project, jointly funded by the EU and KAS, is in line with the shared commitment of the EU and Namibia . Charlemaine Husselmann, the ECSO Project Manager at Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, provides further details. today24 January, 2024
insert_link World 90+ dead in US storms More than 90 people have died after fierce winter weather pummelled several states in the US in past days. Tens of thousands of Americans still remain without power across vast swathes of the country following a series of storms. Benji Hyer reports. today23 January, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Charles Namaseb: A Decade of Fitness Passion By Leonard Witbeen - 23rd January 2024 In a recent interview, with Future Media's Leonard Witbeen Charles Namaseb, also known as Coach Namaseb, shared insights into his remarkable journey in the fitness industry spanning nine years. As a fitness instructor, personal trainer, and crossfit trainer, Namaseb has dedicated himself to promoting healthy lifestyles through his bootcamp, which has been running successfully for seven years. Namaseb's passion for fitness emerged from […] today23 January, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Manuel Ngaringombe: The Impact of Crime and Infrastructure on Investments By Leonard Witbeen- 23rd January 2024 In a recent audio statement, Manuel Ngaringombe discussed the crucial relationship between crime rates, corruption, social cohesion, and infrastructure in attracting investments to a country. Ngaringombe emphasized that a conducive social and political environment plays a pivotal role in luring investors, and factors such as a high crime rate and corruption can create obstacles in this regard. Ngaringombe highlighted that investors are more likely […] today23 January, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts Selma Ikela and Ketemba Tjipepa Triumph in One Economy Foundation’s Inaugural Journalism Awards for Exposing Tragic Incident In a recent announcement, Selma Ikela and Ketemba Tjipepa have emerged victorious in the field of journalism, securing the second runner-up position in the television category. The duo, with Selma hailing from One Africa Television, was recognized for their outstanding work in shedding light on a heartbreaking incident involving the murder of a 16-year-old pregnant girl in Okahandja. The gripping story, documented late last year, showcased the journalists' dedication to […] today22 January, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts Otniel Ripuree Tjombe Empowers Namibian Youth Through Roots Choir Project In an insightful interview with Otniel Ripuree Tjombe, the driving force behind the Roots Choir project, we delve into the profound impact this initiative is making in the lives of young people in Namibia. The interview sheds light on the motivation, challenges, and future plans of this commendable endeavor. Otniel Ripuree Tjombe, has dedicated himself to fostering a positive and productive environment for the youth through music and arts. The […] today22 January, 2024
