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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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Namibia

Namibia’s Youthful Demographic Challenges: Population Hits Three Million

Alex Shimuafeni, the statistician general of the Namibia Statistics Agency, has disclosed that Namibia's population has reached three million, with a significant portion of 2.1 million being young individuals. This demographic trend is anticipated to perpetuate issues such as youth unemployment, poverty, and inequality, according to experts. The data unveiled an increase in the country's population from 2.1 million in 2011 to three million in 2023. Statistics indicate that 71.1% […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 13

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South Africa

City of Cape Town Takes Legal Action Against Extortionists Delaying MyCiTi Bus Service Expansion

The City of Cape Town has revealed that internal procedures are in progress to file an interdict application against extortionists responsible for obstructing the construction of the MyCiTi bus service in Mitchells Plain. This 340-million-rand initiative is a crucial component of the broader rollout of the MyCiTi service to Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Claremont, and Wynberg. Rob Quintas, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, has indicated that the interdict is anticipated […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 27

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Namibia

Minister Uutoni Stresses Collaboration for Local Development

Erastus Uutoni, the  Urban and Rural Development minister, emphasized the importance of collaboration among municipalities, regional councils, and traditional authorities, stating that local authorities must not operate independently. Speaking at the Association of Local Authorities in Namibia local economic development conference in Lüderitz, Uutoni urged local authorities to share success stories, exchange insights on overcoming challenges, and combine resources for effective development initiatives.

todayMarch 13, 2024 19

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World

Millions in Haiti face starvation as violence increases in Port au Prince

The World Food Programme says if the security situation in Haiti is not resolved soon it will run out of food in the coming weeks. Briefing reporters in New York on Tuesday, the WFP's Jean-Martin Bauer said that four million people in the Caribbean state remain food insecure. Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry has meanwhile announced he will step down from his position as violence intensifies. Jody Jacobs reports from […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 31

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Namibia

Oshikoto Regional Council Calls for Action on Water Challenges

Samuel Shivute, Chairperson of the Oshikoto Regional Council, has urged residents to address pressing issues, notably the scarcity of clean water, by proposing various solutions. Speaking at a regional consultative meeting held at Omuthiya by the National Planning Commission on the Sixth National Development Plan, Shivute highlighted the persistent water scarcity in rural areas underscoring the necessity for borehole installations and upgrades to water treatment facilities and pipelines to effectively […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 15

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South Africa

SA Parliamentary Committee Commends Electoral Commission’s Swift Response to Candidate Lists Leak

The portfolio committee on Home Affairs in South Africa's Parliament has expressed satisfaction with the Independent Electoral Commission's prompt action in investigating the leakage of candidate lists. Following a preliminary inquiry into the unauthorized distribution of ANC and uMkhonto weSizwe Party national and provincial election candidate lists, an IEC employee has been terminated. Committee chairperson Mosa Chabane emphasized the significance of safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process at all […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 20

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South Africa

South Africa’s DA Rejects Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, Alleges Favoritism Towards ANC

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has voiced its rejection of the passing of the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, labeling it as a maneuver aimed at channeling additional public and donor funds to the ANC. Adrian Roos, representing the DA, asserts that the amendments are unrelated to the inclusion of independent candidates, raising concerns over perceived favoritism towards the ANC.  

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Namibia

Namibian Standards Institution Engages Stakeholders on National Standardisation Strategy

The Namibian Standards Institution convened a consultative meeting in Gobabis on Tuesday to discuss the proposed National Standardisation Strategy with various stakeholders. The National Standardization Strategy serves as a vital guideline document that identifies priority sectors for standardisation needs. Through these consultations, NSI aims to gather crucial data that will contribute to the compilation of the National Standards Plan. Karukirue Tjijenda, the Omaheke Regional Development and Planning Director, presided over […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 7

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