insert_link 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. […] today2 December, 2024
insert_link 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: today2 December, 2024
insert_link 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. today21 November, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today21 November, 2024
insert_link 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: today19 November, 2024
insert_link 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. today29 October, 2024
insert_link 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. today24 October, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today5 September, 2024
insert_link World Biden Administration Faces Legal Action Over Immigration Executive Order The White House is facing legal action over its new immigration policy at the US border. Groups advocating for immigrant rights say the President's executive order was illegal. As Mitch McCann reports. today14 June, 2024
