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Prospect of Trump presidency looms large over NATO meeting

The ongoing war in Ukraine was at the forefront of discussions, as NATO foreign ministers met in Brussels. Trying to secure long term support for Ukraine was a key goal, with concerns over what could happen to the alliance if presidential hopeful Donald Trump is re-elected. Ishan Garg is at NATO headquarters with more.

4 April, 2024

South Africa

South Africa’s Mpumalanga Police Investigate Seven Suspects Apprehended in Cash-in-Transit Heist

Police in Mpumalanga, South Africa are escalating efforts to connect the seven suspects detained during an attempted cash-in-transit heist in Emalahleni to other criminal activities. The suspects engaged in a shootout with police resulting in the fatal shooting of five armed suspects. During the operation, police seized a cache of firearms, including three AK47s, and recovered ammunition. Police spokesperson Donald Mdluli stated that investigations are ongoing to determine any links […]

4 April, 2024

Business / Economics

28 March 2024-A April 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap-Up

Namibian Developments Namibian Local Content Conference: The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with Antila Consultancy, is organizing the inaugural Namibian Local Content Conference from April 16 to 18. This conference aims to enhance local engagement in Namibia's burgeoning oil and gas sector by facilitating discussions among government officials, international oil companies, private sector stakeholders, and SMEs. Foreign Direct Investments in Oil and Gas Sector: The Bank of […]

4 April, 2024

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.

4 April, 2024

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.

4 April, 2024

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. […]

4 April, 2024

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.

4 April, 2024

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 […]

4 April, 2024

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.

4 April, 2024