insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Institute of Race Relations Proposes Non-Racial Approach to Education Law Debate South Africa's Institute of Race Relations has proposed a non-racial approach to the ongoing debate over the Basic Education Law Amendment Act. They suggest focusing on increasing the number of classrooms and addressing systemic issues in the education system, rather than using language policy to force schools into becoming dual-medium. The institute’s Gabriel Crouse urges the government to explore the causes of South Africa’s poor education performance and advocates for […] todayDecember 11, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia BIG Coalition Applauds Nandi-Ndaitwa and Advocates for Universal Basic Income Grant The Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia has congratulated President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa on her election as the country's first female president. The coalition continues to advocate for the implementation of a Universal Basic Income Grant for all Namibians, emphasizing its importance in addressing poverty, unemployment, and economic inequality. Here's the coalition's Breschnev Katjito: todayDecember 6, 2024 15
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: BIG Coalition Member: Breschneff Katjito Criticizes Government’s Conditional Basic Income Grant December 6, 2024 Breschneff Katjito, a prominent member of the Universal Basic Income Grant (BIG) Coalition, has voiced strong disappointment with the government's handling of the Conditional Basic Income Grant, highlighting concerns over its restrictive nature and limited reach. In a candid statement, Katjito emphasized that the conditional grant, which aims to alleviate poverty by providing a small cash amount, has been riddled with bureaucratic hurdles. He criticized the […] todayDecember 6, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa S.A Minister says Seventh Administration to Align Party Requirements with National Development Plan Objectives In S.A, Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stated that the seventh administration's priorities will include aligning political party requirements with the objectives of the national development plan. This alignment aims to ensure coherence and focus in government policies and actions across various political interests. In a media briefing, Ntshavheni confirmed that the transition from the sixth to the seventh administration has been completed with the swearing-in of new ministers and deputy ministers. todayJuly 5, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Rating Upgraded: Importance for the Country and Its People By Josef Kefas Sheehama Periodically, the Namibian government establishes policies to address the unstable state of the economy. Encouraging economic growth requires policymakers to put in place measures that support investment, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Therefore, the government can assist in fostering an environment that is conducive to business and promotes employment and economic growth. As an Independent Economic and Business Researcher, I therefore wholeheartedly commend the […] todayJune 6, 2024 23
insert_link Africa bird TenX: African countries with the highest number of EVs By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Despite recent headwinds, a growing shift from gasoline-powered vehicles to electric vehicles continues apace in Africa. Last year, the global sale of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose by 31% compared to 2022, according to a 2024 report by market research firm Rho Motion. Despite the high cost of conversion and a lack of adequate enabling infrastructure such as […] todayApril 16, 2024 61
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba to deliver 2024 State of the Nation Address tomorrow President Nangolo Mbumba is set to deliver the 2024 State of the Nation Address in the National Assembly tomorrow. He will cover the state of the nation, and future government policies, and review policies from the previous year. Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya says he expects President Mbumba to address the ballooning unemployment rate. todayMarch 13, 2024 121