insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Prepared for Voter Registration Weekend The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa has declared its readiness for the upcoming voter registration weekend. A total of 23,303 registration stations will be operational from 8 AM to 5 PM, providing citizens with the opportunity to register or verify their details. Notably, the voters' roll has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 27 million. Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo credited the success to the online registration platform, which facilitated […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Information and Communications Technology ministry dismisses SIM Card registration allegations as “baseless”… The Information and Communications Technology ministry has categorically denied allegations that assert the SIM card registrations are for mass surveillance purposes. Executive Director Audrin Mathe. todayFebruary 1, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia RP President Urges Opposition Unity for Presidential Election Challenge Henk Mudge, president of the Republican Party, has issued a call for all opposition parties to unite behind a single candidate in the upcoming presidential election to contest against Swapo candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Mchenry Venaani from the Popular Democratic Movement has also provided his perspective on the matter, contributing to the ongoing dialogue surrounding opposition collaboration in the upcoming election. todayFebruary 1, 2024 10
insert_link Business / Economics BIZ NEWS 1 FEBRUARY 2024: Financial Insights Digest: Economic Surges, Strategic Moves, and Global Indicators – A Comprehensive Overview 1. Namibia's Economic Outlook Soars on Surging Uranium Prices The Chamber of Mines anticipates a robust economic boost for Namibia in 2024, driven by a remarkable surge in uranium prices, marking the highest in over 12 years. Veston Malango, CEO of the Chamber, highlights the expected upturn, fueled by increased production in existing mines and the anticipated commencement of production at the Langer Heinrich uranium mine in the first quarter […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 4
insert_link World Algeria plans to table fresh ceasefire resolution at the Security Council There's increasing calls for an urgent and immediate ceasefire in Gaza in the United Nations Security Council. The council convened a meeting on Wednesday at the request of Algeria to discuss the provisional measures announced by the International Court of Justice last week. It now plans to table a fresh ceasefire resolution in the coming days. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayFebruary 1, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa SA Minister Lamola Condemns Court Disruption and Old Flag Display; Vows Decisive Action SA's Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola has pledged to take firm action in response to the recent attempt to forcibly enter Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo. Strongly condemning the display of the old South African flag, he emphasized that courts should not be venues for lawlessness. The bail hearing for farmer Piet Groenewald and his stepson, Stefan Greeff, has been rescheduled. Lamola, addressing the public outside the court, […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Defending Land Tax Policies: Ministry of Land Reform Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata’s Response In addressing concerns about the Land Reform ministry's land tax policies, Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata emphasized the constitutional foundation behind these measures, asserting that they are not discriminatory. Rather, she framed them as a response to historical injustices. This response came during a session addressing questions about why only white farmers are subject to land tax. Nghituwamata's comments aim to contextualize the policies within the broader framework of redressing historical […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Inspector Urges Separate Sleeping Arrangements for Children to Prevent Rape Incidents Inspector Thomas Aiyambo, Head of the Oshana Community Policing Sub-division within the Namibian Police Force, emphasized the importance of child safety during a 'Be Safe' campaign at Onaushe Combined School. Aiyambo specifically advised parents to ensure that their children sleep in separate rooms to mitigate the risk of potential rape incidents. Addressing students on Tuesday, Aiyambo highlighted instances where allegations of sibling rape had occurred, resulting in some cases where […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 24
insert_link South Africa Firefighters Battle Unyielding Blaze in Dwarsberg Mountains, Cape Winelands The Cape Winelands District Municipality reports that firefighters are grappling to control a fire engulfing the slopes of the Dwarsberg Mountains above Rawsonville. The blaze, originating above Brandvlei Prison on Monday afternoon, swiftly spread across the mountain's summit and into the Dwarsberg mountains. Jo-Anne Otto, the municipality’s spokesperson, highlights the formidable challenge faced by teams combating the rapidly spreading fire amid tall and dense vegetation, posing heightened danger to all […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 27