insert_link World Biden Administration cancels $1.2 billion in student loans About 150 thousand student loans will be cancelled by the Biden Administration. President Joseph Biden last year pledged to find alternative ways to tackle student debt relief after the Supreme Court blocked his broader plan to write off some $400 billion in student loans. Jody Jacobs reports. todayFebruary 22, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa SA’s Congress of the People Criticizes Minister’s Budget Speech, Deems it Disappointing South Africa's Congress of the People expresses deep disappointment with the minister's budget speech, citing a failure to address core policy issues contributing to the country's crisis. Pakes Dikgetsi, the party's acting chairperson, asserts that the continued under-investment in new and critical infrastructure expansion will hinder future growth and sustainability. He further contends that the ANC has exhausted credible policy choices after 15 years of misrule, mismanagement, and corruption. todayFebruary 22, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Late President Hage Geingob Remembered for Fathering a Nation with Love and Concern Nangula Geingos, the eldest daughter of the late President Hage Geingob, commemorated her father's legacy during a final intimate memorial service at Casa Rosalia. She reflected on how he "fathered an entire nation with the same love and concern with which he fathered his family." Geingos, speaking on behalf of her siblings, emphasized that there is a piece of Hage in everyone, inspiring, loving, and shaping them with a spirit […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Acknowledges Challenges in Election Preparation The Independent Electoral Commission in South Africa acknowledges challenges in preparing for this year's general and provincial elections, following President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of May 29 as the polling date. Chief Electoral Official Sy Mamabolo cites uncertainty over the number of contesting parties and independents, which is impacting the size of the ballot papers. With over 27.4 million registered voters, the IEC faces logistical hurdles amidst evolving electoral dynamics. todayFebruary 22, 2024 4
insert_link 2 Namibia Localized COVID-19 Outbreak in Rehoboth Primarily Affects Dr Lemmer High School Learners Rehoboth experiences a localized surge in COVID-19 cases, with a majority involving learners from Dr Lemmer High School, according to the Ministry of Health and Social Services Executive Director, Ben Nangombe. Between January 25 and February 16, 39 positive cases were recorded in Rehoboth. Nangombe identifies these cases as part of a localized outbreak, assuring that there have been no severe illnesses or hospitalizations. All positive cases are being managed […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 11 2
insert_link World Armourer trial ongoing in killing of cinematographer on movie set of ‘Rust’……… Jury selection has begun in the U.S. state of New Mexico for one of the trials in the killing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film "Rust" in 2021. Actor Alec Baldwin was holding the gun that let off live ammunition, which was not supposed to be in the gun. The film set's armourer is being tried in this case in Sante Fe. Caroline Malone reports. todayFebruary 22, 2024 3
insert_link Namibia Health Official Urges Calm Amidst Reported COVID-19 Cases in Rehoboth Ben Nangombe, the Executive Director of Health and Social Services, reassures the public not to be alarmed by the recent COVID-19 cases reported in Rehoboth, Hardap Region. Nangombe stressed that the cases are localized to Rehoboth, and all affected individuals are under proper supervision. While urging the public to take precautions, the ministerial spokesperson, Walter Kamaya, clarifies that the government has not yet enforced mandatory measures to curb COVID-19 in […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 3
insert_link World Trump again likens Navalny death to his own troubles Donald Trump has again compared his compounding legal woes to the treatment of Alexei Navalny. The former US President called his most recent trial — one of many he faces as he vies for the Oval Office — "a form of Navalny," in reference to the Russian opposition leader, who died in an Arctic penal colony last week. Mr Trump refrained from blaming Russia's President Vladimir Putin for the death, […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 6
insert_link Business / Economics Weekly Economics Wrap 17-22 February 2024: A Snapshot of Global and African Economic Developments Puma Energy Namibia Halts EV Charging Station Initiative Puma Energy Namibia has temporarily suspended its initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations nationwide. The decision is attributed to the low adoption of electric vehicles and the high associated costs. Adell Samuelson, General Manager of Puma Energy Namibia, highlighted challenges such as affordability and limited range, contributing to a lack of interest among potential buyers. Namibia Faces Grey Listing for […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 10
