insert_link Africa ZAPU skeptical of Zimbabwe Government’s role in Gukurahundi hearings The Zimbabwe African People's Union (ZAPU) is skeptical of the government's involvement in the ongoing Gukurahundi hearings, citing concerns about transparency and impartiality. In a statement to Future Media, ZAPU spokesperson, Brian Ncube expressed reservations, pointing out the historical implications of current leaders in the atrocities under review. "As ZAPU, we view the government's role in the Gukurahundi hearings with skepticism," said Ncube. "We have consistently advocated for justice for […] todayJuly 18, 2024 50
insert_link Namibia Stakeholders identify bottlenecks in Labour Commission processes The Office of the Labour Commissioner has initiated a Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) initiative, engaging stakeholders to address longstanding challenges and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of labour dispute resolution. Labour Commissioner Kyllikki Sihlahla said that the office, which handles labour dispute resolutions through conciliation and arbitration processes, has long faced public criticism for its inefficiencies. During the stakeholder engagement, Deputy Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment […] todayJuly 17, 2024 34
insert_link World Voters cast ballot in UK general election Voting has begun across the United Kingdom in a general election which polling suggests could bring an end to 14 years of the Conservative Party in government. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced snap elections in May. Voters in 650 constituencies will elect members of Parliament to the lower chamber and the House of Commons. Throughout Thursday, tens of millions of voters have the chance to choose who they would like […] todayJuly 4, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Home Affairs Ministry registers 50,000 in mass registration campaign The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security has successfully achieved the target of registering 50,000 people for birth certificates and identity documents through the ongoing mass registration campaign. Ministry spokesperson Margaret Kalo. todayJune 25, 2024 56
insert_link Business / Economics Africa Hospitality Investment Forum kicks off in Windhoek The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum has started today in Windhoek. The Forum attracts investors, business leaders, senior government officials, and advisors from 41 countries to a three-day networking conference. Kenneth Nependa, CEO of Sandwich Dune Tours and Safaris, shares his expectations for the conference. todayJune 25, 2024 64
insert_link Business / Economics Rössing hosts uranium sustainability conference Rössing Uranium, now under the majority shareholding of China National Uranium Corporation, hosted the "Namibia Natural Uranium Sustainable Development" Conference in Windhoek on Tuesday. Johan Coetzee, Managing Director of Rössing Uranium, announced plans to extend the mine's life beyond 2036. todayJune 19, 2024 85
insert_link Environment Maritime rangers discover whale carcass north of Swakopmund Captain Sean Naude, Head of the Namibian Maritime Rangers, lifeguard, and marine life rescue services has confirmed the discovery of a whale carcass floating 30 kilometers north of Swakopmund by Wlotkasbaken on Monday. The whale carcass, believed to have been hit by a ship, was found during the team's search efforts for a missing pastor who disappeared nine days ago. The discovery, according to Naude was immediately reported to the […] todayJune 17, 2024 117
insert_link Lifestyle How often do you lie? Deception researchers investigate how the recipient and the medium affect telling the truth Hunter Biden has been found guilty of making a false claim on a federal firearms application. AP Photo/Julio Cortez By Christian B. Miller, Wake Forest University Prominent cases of purported lying continue to dominate the news cycle. President Joe Biden’s son Hunter Biden was found guilty of lying on a government form while purchasing a handgun. Republican Representative George Santos allegedly lied in many ways, including […] todayJune 12, 2024 25
insert_link World Irish PM urged to call early election after surge in support at polls Ireland's prime minister Simon Harris was being urged Monday to call an early general election to capitalise on a surge in support for the government and a slump for the main opposition in European and local polls. An election has to be held by March next year and Harris, who succeeded Leo Varadkar in the top job in April, said on Sunday he intends to lead […] todayJune 10, 2024 17