insert_link Namibia Media Trust Director Advocates Sustainable Journalism on World Press Freedom Day Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis," Director of the Namibia Media Trust, Zoé Titus, urges journalists, policymakers, and the public to adopt the principles of sustainable journalism. She also commends late President Hage Geingob for his support of press freedom and calls on Namibia to reaffirm its membership in the Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative. Titus also paid tribute to journalists who work in dangerous environments around the world. […] todayMay 6, 2024 19
insert_link World Donald Trump’s former White House Communications Director Hope Hicks has taken the stand at the former president’s hush money trial. Donald Trump's former White House Communications Director Hope Hicks has taken the stand at the former president's hush money trial. Trump faces 34 counts of falsifying business records in an attempt to influence the results of the 2016 election. Ira Spitzer has more from outside the court in Manhattan where the trial is taking place. todayMay 6, 2024 14
insert_link Africa Zimbabwe is hosting its 2024 Investment Summit at Kempton Park Zimbabwe is hosting its 2024 Investment Summit at Kempton Park, gathering key stakeholders to explore the country's economic and investment opportunities. Themed 'People You Can Invest In,' the event highlights Zimbabwe's skilled workforce and attractive investment prospects, particularly in tourism, mining, and agriculture. Zimbabwe's Ambassador to South Africa, David Hamadziripi, says foreign direct investment has surged, with significant growth anticipated in various sectors: todayMay 3, 2024 64
insert_link Namibia Memorial Service Held for Slain Student at Sarusungu Combined School Sarusungu Combined School in the Kavango East Region mourned the tragic death of 21-year-old Theresia Siwombe, allegedly killed by her ex-boyfriend. Siwombe, a Grade 11 learner, was fatally stabbed on April 25. The memorial saw emotional tributes from students and staff, with counselors urging children not to be raised on the streets and to speak out against abuse. They emphasized seeking help from school counselors, gender-based violence centers, or trusted […] todayMay 3, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia New Education Director Assumes Office in Zambezi Region Alex Sikume, formerly the Deputy Director of Corporate Planning Division in Windhoek, has taken on the role of Education Director in the Zambezi Region. He succeeds Josty Kawana, who retired after a long tenure in the position. During Sikume's introduction, Ministry officials emphasized the need for unity and support to maintain and improve educational standards in the region. Sikume echoed this sentiment, calling for teamwork and active participation from all […] todayMay 3, 2024 131
insert_link World China to launch lunar mission China is scheduled to launch an uncrewed lunar mission that aims to bring back samples from the far side of the moon for the first time. It's been seen as a major step forward for the country's ambitious space program. Laura Westbrook has more. todayMay 3, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa S.A union Cosatu says it condemns the DA’s ill-informed attacks on the rights of workers S.A union Cosatu says it condemns the DA’s ill-informed attacks on the rights of workers. DA leader John Steenhuisen accused Cosatu of being silent when government jobs were allegedly reserved for ANC cadres, and when Black Economic Empowerment deals were being given to the politically connected. Cosatu’s acting national spokesperson, Matthew Parks, says workers cannot trust the DA with their lives and rights: todayMay 3, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa Democratic Alliance Applauds Intervention to Secure Release of Detained SA Engineers in Equatorial Guinea The Democratic Alliance in S.A welcomes the Department of International Relations and Cooperation's intervention to secure the release of two South African engineers detained in Equatorial Guinea for over 15 months. Frik Potgieter and Peter Huxham were arrested on suspected false drug charges, seen as retaliation for the seizure of assets belonging to Equatorial Guinea's vice-president, Teodore Nguema Obiang Mangue. The DA’s Emma Louise Powell says International Relations and Cooperation […] todayMay 3, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Otjiwarongo Municipality Appoints New CEO: Mberipura Hifitikeko Otjiwarongo's municipality has appointed Mberipura Hifitikeko as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from June 1. Hifitikeko, previously an executive at TransNamib in Windhoek, was approved for the position by the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development. Petros Kuteeue will serve as acting CEO until Hifitikeko assumes the role. The municipality has been without a permanent CEO since July 2023, following the departure of Moses Matyayi, who now heads the […] todayMay 3, 2024 172
