insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy ResearchHosts Webinar on Extractive Industry Transparency Against the backdrop of Namibia's burgeoning oil and gas discoveries, expanding mining operations, and forthcoming green hydrogen production, the Institute for Public Policy Research organized a webinar focusing on transparency in the extractive sector. Collaborating with the Namibia Media Trust and Deutsche Welle, the webinar aimed to address the critical need for transparency in light of these developments. Graham Hopwood, Executive Director of IPPR, provided insights during the event. todayApril 4, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Khorixas Town Council Hosts Civic Engagement Meeting Today The Khorixas Town Council is set to hold a meeting today at the Town Council Chambers in the late afternoon. This meeting provides a crucial platform for civic engagement and local governance participation. Simson Mario /Ochurub, representing the council, highlighted the significance of this gathering for the community. todayApril 4, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa SA’s Deputy Speaker Tsenoli to Serve as Acting National Assembly Speaker Following Mapisa-Nqakula’s Resignation South Africa's Parliament has announced that Deputy Speaker Lechesa Tsenoli will continue in his role as acting National Assembly speaker. This decision comes after the immediate resignation of Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula amid corruption allegations. Mapisa-Nqakula has emphasized that her resignation does not imply any admission of guilt regarding the allegations against her. Parliament's spokesperson, Moloto Mothapo, stated that Mapisa-Nqakula's decision was motivated by a profound respect for the integrity of Parliament. […] todayApril 4, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia Business and Intellectual Property Authority Extends Duty Penalty Waiver Program The Business and Intellectual Property Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade and Industrialization, has prolonged its annual duty penalty waiver initiative. The program targets eligible registered businesses with accrued penalties for late payment of annual duties. The standard annual duty stands at N$120. Ockert Jansen, BIPA's Executive of Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Client Management Services, made the announcement. todayApril 4, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics 04 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial Highlights and Global Market Trends Here's a roundup of the latest financial news and global market trends shaping economic landscapes worldwide: Namibia's Oil and Gas Sector Attracts Significant Investments: The Bank of Namibia has reported that the oil and gas sector in Namibia has received N$33.4 billion in foreign direct investments between 2021 and 2023. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab highlighted the transformative potential of these investments, which have been catalyzed by a substantial oil discovery in […] todayApril 4, 2024 5
insert_link World US tension grows over arms sales to Israel There's growing tension in the US amid the Biden administration's approval of the transfer of thousands of weapons to Israel without Congressional sign-off. It follows the accidental killing of seven aid workers in Gaza by the Israeli military. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayApril 4, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Prime Minister Addresses Drought Impact, Introduces Digital Relief System Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila emphasized the severe impact of drought on farmers and families in her budget motivation speech. She highlighted shortages of animal feed and food as major concerns. To address this, her office has introduced the Commodity and Beneficiary Management Information System, which digitizes beneficiary data for drought relief food and efficiently issues vouchers. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila stated that this system aims to optimize resource management through technology. todayApril 4, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Zambezi Residents Struggle to Register SIM Cards, Face Deactivation Michael Mayumbelo, a pensioner based on Impalila Island, recounts spending N$250 per trip hitch-hiking to Katima Mulilo multiple times in efforts to register his SIM card. Like many others in Zambezi, Mayumbelo failed to register his SIM card during the country's mandatory registration period and the subsequent extension due to various challenges. The initial registration period spanned from January 1 to December 31, 2023, with a three-month extension granted until […] todayApril 4, 2024 6
insert_link World Pakistan’s top court addresses the case about military spy agency ISI involvement in judicial decisions In Pakistan, explosive allegations by some of the country's top judges are being aired on live television. A hearing at the county's highest court is being broadcast across the nation. Several judges have alleged that the country's spy agency used violence to influence judicial decisions. Hira Mustafa has more. todayApril 4, 2024 16
