Malnutrition Crisis: Urgent Action Needed Ahead of Election and Festive Season

Malnutrition Crisis: Urgent Action Needed Ahead of Election and Festive Season

As Namibia faces its election season followed by the festive period, the country must confront a pressing issue: malnutrition. From December this year to March next year, the peak season for malnutrition, it’s a time of heightened awareness and urgency, particularly in regions most affected by food insecurity. Ben Shernick, the Director of the Nutrition Alliance of Namibia:

November 13, 2024 40

Opinion Pieces

Russia-Africa Partnership Under Scrutiny: Draft Joint Statement Of On-going Forum Sparks Concerns Over Neocolonialism and Deceit

By Khwima Nkhonjera The first Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum has kicked off in Sochi, Russia, amid headlines about the gathering not just being about strengthening bilateral ties. A joint statement drafted for the summit has raised eyebrows, with claims of cooperation which pro-democracy supporters argue are “misleading” or “downright false.” This two-day gathering, organised by Roscongress Foundation, seeks to implement decisions made at the 2023 summit […]

November 12, 2024 30

Namibia

Advocating for Land Rights: The /Khomanins Community Takes a Stand

Windhoek, Namibia — November 4, 2024: In a powerful demonstration of solidarity and resilience, the /Khomanins Landless Association and the Namibia Ancestral Land Foundation have submitted a final petition to the Namibian government, calling for urgent action to address systemic land dispossession and the ongoing plight of landless communities in Namibia. This petition comes in the wake of a mass demonstration aimed at highlighting the injustices faced by indigenous peoples, […]

November 5, 2024 16

South Africa

225 illegal miners resurface from underground in S.A’s North West province

A total of 225 illegal miners resurfaced from underground in Orkney Mine in North West yesterday due to starvation and dehydration. Police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe says they are part of what is believed to be hundreds if not a thousand of illegal miners who are stuck underground with no food, water and necessities because the routes used to deliver food and necessities to these illegal miners, are blocked by vala […]

November 4, 2024 30

Africa

SA’s Democratic Alliance calls for independent recount in Mozambique’s presidential election

The Democratic Alliance is calling on the Southern African Development Community to demand an independent recount of Mozambique's recent presidential election. It cites serious irregularities and political violence, including vote tampering and intimidation.DA member of Parliament Emma Louise Powell has expressed concerns about the threats to democracy in Mozambique.

October 30, 2024 14

World

US and UK condemn Israel’s move to ban the UN refugee agency

Israel's allies have condemned a vote by the Israeli parliament to ban the UN's Palestinian refugee agency from operating in the country. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain is gravely concerned by the development while US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller says Israel should not move ahead with the ban.

October 29, 2024 16

Africa

18 Civilians killed in DRC violence

At least 18 civilians have been killed by armed bandits in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo since the start of October. A civil society organization that has been documenting the deaths has condemned the frequent killings of unarmed people in the territory of Nyiragongo. Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa.

October 29, 2024 16

World

The UN says Israel’s banning of UNRWA is “outrageous”

The United Nations has warned that the law passed by the Israeli Parliament on Monday banning UNRWA violates the UN charter and Israel's obligations under international law. Israel's parliament approved the controversial bill, following allegations that some of UNRWA's staff members participated in the October 7th attacks last year. Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York.

October 29, 2024 40

Namibia

Human Rights Activist Linda Baumann Advocates for LGBTQIA+ Rights Beyond Labels

In a recent interview, Human Rights Activist Linda Baumann discussed the vital importance of LGBTQIA+ advocacy, urging society to see individuals beyond their sexual orientation. She emphasized that access to information and press freedom are crucial for fostering understanding and support within communities, while also recognizing the interconnected nature of human rights issues that affect various groups. Baumann highlighted the challenges faced by individuals who navigate their personal and professional […]

October 24, 2024 20