insert_link Namibia Oil, trade, and tourism top agenda at Namibia-Nigeria talks Namibia is set to host the Fifth Session of the Namibia–Nigeria Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation in Windhoek from today until 7 February 2025. The high-level meeting aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations, particularly in the sectors of health, education, agriculture, oil, and gas. Namibia previously called for the revival of the joint commission to cement collaboration in areas of mutual interest. Speaking ahead of the […] today5 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa Risk Analysis Centre Warns of Possible US Sanctions on SA Officials The Centre for Risk Analysis has cautioned that South African officials involved in shaping policies on Iran, China, Russia, and Israel could face targeted sanctions from the United States. The organization notes that officials directly linked to corruption are particularly vulnerable. According to the centre, South Africa’s renewed legal action against Israel further increases the likelihood of sanctions. Analyst Chris Hattingh warns that Washington may impose measures as a signal […] today5 February, 2025
insert_link World Trump pushes plan to relocate Palestinians US President Donald Trump has doubled down on suggesting Palestinians should be moved out of Gaza and relocated to other countries. He said they had "no alternative" and compared Gaza to a "demolition site" following 15 months of conflict with Israel. The idea goes against decades of US foreign policy and Washington's determination to enable a two-state solution. Donald Trump spoke about his vision during an Oval Office meeting with […] today5 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia-Sweden Strengthen Bilateral Ties The International Relations and Cooperation ministry hosted the 10th Namibia-Sweden Bilateral Working Group Meeting. During discussions, both countries reviewed a broad spectrum of bilateral, regional, and international matters, noting their strong cooperation. Sabine Böhlke-Möller is the Deputy Executive Director in the Ministry: today4 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics White House confirms China, Canada, Mexico tariffs The White House has confirmed fresh tariffs will come into effect this past Saturday against China, Canada and Mexico. That's despite concerns the move will push up prices for US consumers. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke about the decision to push ahead with the import duties at Friday's press briefing. In news just in...The Canadian Department of Finance has released a list of U.S. products that will be subject […] today3 February, 2025
insert_link World UN Chief Urges Israel to Reverse Ban on UN Relief Agency UN General-Secretary Antonio Guterres has urged Israel to reverse its decision to ban the UN Relief and Works Agency responsible for Palestinians from operating in Jerusalem. In a letter to the Israeli government, he warned that restricting the agency’s activities would severely impact humanitarian aid in the occupied Palestinian territories. Israel’s Parliament passed legislation in October, effective immediately. The agency's Phillippe Lazzarini says the ban will have dire consequences: […] today31 January, 2025
insert_link Africa South Africa Calls For Immediate Ceasefire in DRC Minister of International Relations and Cooperation in S.A, Ronald Lamola has called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian access in the Democratic Republic of Congo as fighting in the east intensifies. Lamola told the media the government supports the African Union and United Nations calls for all parties to halt hostilities and return to negotiations. He has also urged countries backing the M23 rebels to withdraw their support immediately today30 January, 2025
insert_link World North Korea’s Kim wants to bolster nuclear programme North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said he wants to bolster Pyongyang's nuclear forces this year, state media reports. This comes days after US President Donald Trump said he planned "to reach out" to Kim. Rebecca Bundhun has more. today29 January, 2025
insert_link World India’s Modi could visit U.S by February U.S President Donald Trump says Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi could visit the US as early as February. He told reporters after a phone call with Modi that India is also working to repatriate illegal migrants. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. today28 January, 2025
