Telecom Namibia Data Breach Sparks Outcry Over Privacy Risks

Telecom Namibia Data Breach Sparks Outcry Over Privacy Risks

Prominent figures impacted by Telecom Namibia's data breach, which compromised the personal details of over 600,000 clients, raised alarm over cybersecurity lapses. Agriculture Minister Calle Schlettwein and PDM leader McHenry Venaani criticized the extensive storage of personal data by service providers, citing privacy risks. Activist Michael Amushelelo plans legal action against Telecom Namibia and has urged the CEO to step down. Concerns also extend to potential breaches of sensitive government […]

December 17, 2024 20

Namibian Elections 2024

Opposition parties support IPC election challenge

Several opposition parties in have voiced their support for the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) as it moves to contest the conduct of the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections. The IPC has formally notified the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) of its intention to file an urgent application with the Supreme Court. Public Policy Analyst Dr. Marius Kudumo weighed in on the issue, questioning the ECN’s preparedness and transparency. […]

December 2, 2024 11

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Chair Responds to Opposition’s Legal Challenge Plans

Electoral Commission board chairperson Elsie Nghikembua addressed the opposition's concerns on Sunday, stating that the commission will respond to the pushback from opposition parties at the appropriate time. This came after Independent Patriots for Change president Panduleni Itula announced the party's intention to pursue legal action regarding the outcome of the 2024 elections, regardless of IPC's victory. Here's UDF's Mabasen /Narib:

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World

In the U.S,the DOJ demands Google sell Chrome browser

Prosecutors at the US Justice Department have requested that Google be forced to sell off its Chrome browser. It follows a federal judge's ruling in August that the search engine giant maintains an illegal monopoly on internet searches. Ira Spitzer has more.

November 21, 2024 26

Opinion Pieces

Understanding Financial Default By Bank Windhoek’s Credit Executive Officer, Eddie King.

Financial default occurs when an individual or small business fails to meet the agreed-upon payments on a debt, meaning they fail to service their instalments on the approved loan or facility, such as a home loan, personal loan, overdraft facility, or credit card. Defaulting on payments can have significant consequences, affecting one's credit rating (credibility with a financial institution) and access to future credit. Firstly, default typically starts when payments […]

November 21, 2024 3

South Africa

South Africa’s AfriForum Pushes for Matric Results Publication

S.A's AfriForum is preparing legal action to ensure this year's matric results are published on media platforms after the Information Regulator banned their release. A similar 2022 case saw AfriForum win against the Department of Basic Education, securing publication of the results. AfriForum's Alana Bailey says public interest outweighs privacy concerns since only exam numbers are shared:

November 19, 2024 14

World

Elon Musk sued for million dollar election lottery

Elon Musk is being sued for his lottery-style stunt, after he started giving away a million dollars per day to one lucky voter. Philadelphia's District Attorney is taking legal action against the tech billionaire and his political action committee, with the US Justice Department warning the scheme might violate federal law. Benji Hyer reports.

October 29, 2024 16

Namibia

Ren-Form Threatens Legal Action Over Alleged Links to Zimbabwean Businessman Wicknell Chivayo

Reports indicate that South African company Ren-Form CC has threatened legal action after being associated with controversial Zimbabwean businessman and ex-convict Wicknell Chivayo. Ren-Form, selected to print Namibia's ballot papers for the upcoming presidential and National Assembly elections, denies the accusations. Mathopo Attorneys, representing Ren-Form, labeled the claims as false, malicious, and unfounded.

October 24, 2024 11

Namibia

Human rights lawyer criticizes reality show for privacy violations

Human Rights lawyer, Bianca Boois of BB Boois Attorneys, has criticised a reality show that films intoxicated Namibians for crime prevention. Boois raised ethical and legal concerns about the show, highlighting potential violations of privacy, human dignity, and the mental health implications for the individuals involved. Boois further questioned the legality of broadcasting such footage without consent, especially when individuals are in a vulnerable state due to […]

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