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Prominent Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal sent to jail for two weeks

A Delhi Court has sent prominent Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal to jail till April 15. Mr Kejriwal, the head of Delhi government, was arrested ten days ago by India's financial crimes agency on charges of money laundering in a liquor policy case. Kejriwal's party has called his arrest a political conspiracy ahead of upcoming national elections. Priyata Brajabasi has more.

2 April, 2024

Namibia

Man Burned Beyond Recognition in Rosh Pinah Shack Fire with Investigation Underway

A man, whose age is yet to be determined, was reportedly burned beyond recognition in a shack fire at Rosh Pinah in the ||Kharas Region. According to Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, the Namibian Police Force crime investigations coordinator for the ||Kharas region, the deceased individual has been identified as Mutaleni Werner, and his next of kin have been notified of his death. The fire occurred on Monday morning between 1 […]

2 April, 2024

Namibia

NamPol Opens Attempted Murder Case Against Mentally Challenged Man for Attacking Grandmother

In the Oshikoto region, the Namibian Police Force has initiated an attempted murder case against a 36-year-old mentally challenged man. He allegedly attacked his 89-year-old grandmother with a panga. According to Deputy Commissioner Wynand Neels, the Head of Crime Prevention in the region, the incident occurred around 7am on Saturday at Okapanda village in Oshikoto's Oniipa constituency. Both the victim and the suspect reside in the same house in Okapanda […]

2 April, 2024

South Africa

Deadline Looms for Appeals as SA Electoral Court Faces Challenges Ahead of May 29 Elections

Today marks the deadline for political parties or candidates, including former president Jacob Zuma, who are discontented with objections raised for the May 29 elections, to appeal to the Electoral Court. The Independent Electoral Commission received a total of 82 objections against candidates nominated by 21 political parties. Among these objections, 31 implicated eight candidates, alleging their disqualification due to criminal records or convictions. Notably, the IEC has upheld an […]

2 April, 2024

World

U.S Authorities to open alternate shipping route in Baltimore

U.S Authorities are planning to open a temporary alternate channel in the US city of Baltimore, to allow some marine traffic to enter the port. Cleanup efforts are underway there after a cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge last week - blocking access to the busy cargo terminal. But the operation is being complicated by fast-moving waters and dangerous conditions underneath the surface. Salvage experts say clearing […]

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Yango Leads Digital Transportation Shift in Namibia

In Namibia's lively streets, a digital revolution is reshaping how people navigate from point A to B, with Yango emerging as the nation's top transportation app. In an exclusive interview, CJ Dumeni, Yango's Country Manager, emphasized a pivotal aspect of Yango's approach.

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Mines and Energy ministry announces Delays with Online Portal Launch and License Applications

In a recent announcement, the Mines and Energy ministry has postponed the long-awaited unveiling of its online portal, including the rollout of online license applications. This strategic decision aims to guarantee the smooth operation of the system, but it brings forth numerous implications for stakeholders within the mining sector.

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Mines Ministry Delays Online Portal Launch: What You Need to Know

In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Mines and Energy revealed a delay in the launch of its highly anticipated online portal, along with the introduction of online license applications. This decision, made in the interest of ensuring a smooth implementation process, carries significant implications for stakeholders within the mining sector. Here's a detailed breakdown of the situation: Reasons Behind the Delay: Initially scheduled for April 4th and 5th, 2024, […]

2 April, 2024

South Africa

SA’s Health Minister to Oversee Recovery Efforts in Limpopo Bus Crash Tragedy

Today, SA's Health Minister Joe Phaahla will supervise the progress made by health authorities in Limpopo as they endeavor to identify and repatriate the victims and remains of a bus crash. Last week Thursday, forty-five individuals lost their lives in the accident that transpired at the Mmamatlakala bridge on the R518 in Limpopo, as a bus carrying passengers from Botswana to Moria crashed. According to Foster Mohale, spokesperson for the […]

2 April, 2024