insert_link World TEPCO to begin fourth treated water discharge from Fukushima plant Japan is set to begin a fourth discharge of treated, radioactive water into the Pacific Ocean from Wednesday. The owner of the wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant, TEPCO, has been releasing the water in batches since August last year. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayFebruary 27, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba Calls for Legacy of Accountability and Development in Memory of Late President Hage Geingob During the official memorial service for the late President Hage Geingob, President Nangolo Mbumba urged Namibians to honor Geingob's legacy by prioritizing accountability, transparency, honesty, and commitment in their duties. Mbumba emphasized the importance of effective governance for development, echoing the late president's beliefs. He likened Geingob's enduring legacy to a resilient Baobab tree and urged the nation to continue pursuing the late president's policies for shared prosperity and economic […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, Affirms Commitment to Peace at UN Human Rights Council Addressing the 55th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Minister Naledi Pandor stated that South Africa remains unwavering in advocating for international peace and security. Emphasizing the importance of inclusive dialogue and peaceful political settlements, she expressed deep concern over the lack of respect for life and livelihood observed in Gaza since the seventh of October attack. todayFebruary 27, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa Rise Mzansi Marches to South Africa’s Union Buildings, Advocates for Unemployed Healthcare Workers South Africa's Rise Mzansi, joined by hundreds of unemployed healthcare workers, took to the streets in a march to the Union Buildings, submitting a memorandum that underscores the challenges healthcare professionals face in securing employment. The Department of Health's recent announcement of a 3.7-billion-rand budget allocation for additional staff recruitment served as a backdrop to the demonstration. Rise Mzansi Gauteng convenor, Tebogo Moalusi, strongly asserted that it is deemed unacceptable […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 5
insert_link World US Supreme Court hears social media law cases The US Supreme Court is hearing two cases that could drastically alter laws governing social media companies and what Americans see on their platforms. It comes after Texas and Florida enacted laws to prevent firms removing content from sites. The Court is expected to issue its opinion in June. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayFebruary 27, 2024 5
insert_link Business / Economics 27 February 2024 Morning Biz News: Summary of Financial News: Namibia's Tax Policies and Concerns: Analysts and industry experts are closely scrutinizing Namibia's tax policies, expressing concerns about the efficiency of revenue collection processes, specifically in tax refund processing. Cameron Kotze, the risk and compliance manager at Namib Mills, is urging the government to consider introducing capital gains tax incentives as part of broader reforms to streamline the system and stimulate economic growth. South Africa's Rand Depreciation: South Africa's rand […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 6
insert_link 3 Namibia Swakopmund Psychological Counselor Reflects on Emotional Impact of Late President’s Burial In the aftermath of the burial ceremony for the late President Hage G. Geingob over the past weekend, a pervasive sense of sadness and somberness enveloped the city. Shedding light on the psychological impact of this national farewell, Marcella Katjijova, a Psychological Counselor based in the coastal town of Swakopmund, shares her insights and observations from the event. todayFebruary 27, 2024 16 3
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya Reflects on Namibian Politics and Accountability In a recent interview with political analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya, the focus was on the state of Namibian politics, particularly in the aftermath of President Hage Geingob's passing. The discussion delves into issues of leadership, poverty, citizen accountability, and the role of political parties in addressing the nation's most pressing needs. Concerns About Political Leadership: The conversation begins with gratitude for Dr. Kamwanya's time and a recognition of the […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 35
insert_link Business / Economics Kenya and Namibia Placed on FATF Grey List for Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing; Local Researcher Sheehama Offers Insights The international crime watchdog, Financial Action Task Force, included Kenya and Namibia in its 'grey list' on Friday, subjecting these countries to heightened monitoring due to insufficient measures in preventing money laundering and terrorism financing. Local Independent Business and Economics researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama provides his perspective on the matter. todayFebruary 27, 2024 10
