insert_link Namibia Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb Speaks Out on Latest City of Windhoek Update In a recent development concerning the ongoing saga between the Katutura Residents Committee and the City of Windhoek, committee member Shaun Gariseb has stepped forward to shed light on the latest update. The situation, fraught with frustration and a lack of cooperation, has led the committee to consider legal action as their next course of action. Gariseb's statements, delivered with a sense of urgency and determination, underscore the gravity of […] todayMay 10, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia NamWater Updates Central Namibia’s Water Crisis NamWater, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture Water and Land Reform, recently provided an update on the water supply situation in Central Namibia. Esley Kandorozu, Acting Manager of Hydrology at NamWater, highlighted the dire conditions exacerbated by recurrent droughts and unpredictable rainfall patterns due to climate change. The Von Bach Dam, a critical water source, is operating at only 11.3% capacity, signaling a severe shortage in the region. todayMay 10, 2024 100
insert_link Business / Economics 10 May 2024 Morning Biz News: Renewable Energy Innovation, Currency Trends, and Economic Projections: A Comprehensive Overview of Today’s Financial Landscape” Daures Green Hydrogen Village Collaborates with Delft Offshore Turbine for Innovative Clean Energy Solution In a significant stride towards sustainable energy production, the Daures Green Hydrogen Village and Delft Offshore Turbine (DOT) have inked a letter of intent. This partnership aims to integrate a DOT turbine into the infrastructure of the Daures Green Hydrogen Village, heralding a new era of renewable energy innovation. The DOT turbine distinguishes itself by not […] todayMay 10, 2024 18
Namibia City of Windhoek Under Fire for Estimating Water Usage Despite Legislation Mandating Measurement The City of Windhoek is facing criticism and a potential legal battle for its practice of estimating water usage instead of measuring actual consumption, a method deemed unfair and inequitable. Shaun Gariseb of the Katutura Residents Committee argues that this approach deviates from the intended use of water meters as outlined in Section 34 (1) (c) of the legislation. todayMay 10, 2024 82
insert_link World United Nations says no humanitarian aid or fuel is currently entering the Gaza The United Nations says no humanitarian aid or fuel is currently entering the Gaza strip, which could have "catastrophic" consequences for the people there. In its latest daily update, the world body says there have been ongoing and "significant amounts of bombardment" in eastern Rafah early Thursday "and all through the night". Jody Jacobs reports from the UN headquarters in New York. todayMay 10, 2024 35
insert_link Namibia Competition Commission Imposes Fine on Bank of Namibia Governor and Others for Unapproved Merger The Namibian Competition Commission has fined Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab, Ismael Gei-Khoibeb, and Gamma Investments CC for executing a merger without the necessary approval from the watchdog. According to NaCC's statement, !Gawaxab sold his stake in Gamma to Gei-Khoibeb on June 10, 2020, violating the Competition Act. Corporate Communications Practitioner at NaCC, Dina //Gowases. todayMay 10, 2024 76
insert_link South Africa Search Continues for Owners of Construction Company After George Building Collapse Tragedy Western Cape Department of Employment and Labour chief inspector, David Esau revealed that the whereabouts of the owners of the construction company responsible for the collapsed building in George remain unknown. The incident, which occurred on Monday, resulted in eight fatalities and numerous injuries. Esau stated that despite failed attempts to contact the company owner, investigations into the matter persist, with assurances provided to affected families. todayMay 10, 2024 20
insert_link World Biden Administration to change asylum rules as immigration takes center stage in presidential election The Biden Administration is expected to announce a change to the country's asylum policy as the president faces increasing pressure to address record migrant flows at the border. Polls indicate that immigration is a top priority for voters this coming November. Toni Waterman has more from Texas. todayMay 10, 2024 20
South Africa South Africa’s Labour Minister Urges Communication and Support for Families Affected by Collapsed Building Tragedy S.A's minister of Employment and Labour, Thulas Nxesi has urged employers of the construction company involved at the collapsed building to communicate with affected families. The tragedy, which occurred on Monday, claimed eight lives and left dozens injured and trapped. Nxesi called on leaders to unite and aid in the rescue mission, emphasising the need for social protection and compensation once all workers are rescued and identified: todayMay 10, 2024 17