EU to Recall Ambassador from Niger

EU to Recall Ambassador from Niger

The European Union announced it will recall its ambassador from Niger after the country's ruling military criticized the management of a humanitarian aid fund. Reuters has it that the Niger junta accused the EU ambassador of mismanaging a 1.3 million euro fund intended for flood victims, distributing it among several international NGOs without transparency or collaboration with local authorities.

November 25, 2024 9

Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Business and Economics Researcher Josef Sheehama on Local Authorities and Audits

Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama recently shared his insights on the ongoing challenges faced by local authorities in Namibia, particularly regarding audits, financial mismanagement, and poor service delivery. Speaking in a recent interview, Sheehama emphasized the long-standing issues that have plagued local authorities and the steps being taken to address them. Sheehama pointed out that the frustration surrounding local authorities isn't a recent development. "This has been an […]

November 11, 2024 14

Business / Economics

Expert Discusses Financial Challenges Facing Local Authorities

Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama addresses the financial struggles of local authorities. He points out concerns about poor financial management, inadequate service delivery, and emphasizes the urgent need for improved governance and accountability. Meanwhile, residents of Katutura are intensifying their challenge against the City of Windhoek's decision to block electricity meters of unpaid clients, arguing that it is unlawful. Spokesman Shaun Gariseb comments:

November 11, 2024 21

Africa

Australia’s Resolute Mining Executives Arrested in Mali Over Disputes

The CEO of Australian gold mining company Resolute, Terence Holohan, and two of his executives have been arrested in Bamako, Mali, while in the country to address ongoing disputes with local authorities. As per Voice Of America , the company confirmed that the executives were there to engage with Mali's mining and tax authorities about the company’s business practices and to make progress on claims against Resolute, which the […]

November 11, 2024 21

Africa

Cult Attack in Uganda Leaves Eight Dead, Including a Child

Authorities reported that suspected cult members attacked a village in Uganda, resulting in the deaths of at least eight individuals, including a three-year-old child and some members of the assailants' families, as per Reuters. The incident occurred on Tuesday night in Mizizi A, a village in the Kagadi district, located approximately 250 km from Kampala. Eight others sustained injuries in the attack.

October 31, 2024 10

Local

Fuel Price Decreases Announced for July 2024

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has completed its review of the fuel prices for July 2024, with significant changes announced following a recent decline in global oil prices. Global Oil Price Trends Oil prices recently dropped to a four-month low, influenced by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) decision to maintain production levels steady until the end of 2025. This decision, […]

July 1, 2024 583

Namibia

The Electricity Control Board announces an 8% increase in NamPower bulk tariffs!

https://youtu.be/-NY5wzN-1P0 By Ketemba Tjipepa The Electricity Control Board has announced an 8% increase in the 2024/2025 NamPower bulk electricity tariffs, which is inclusive of both generations and transmission. The increase is applicable to NamPower bulk customers, such as Regional Electricity Distributors, Local Authorities, Regional Councils and mines. The bulk customers are required by law to apply to the ECB for a review of […]

June 28, 2024 40

Namibia

Otjiwarongo local authority council re-elects office bearers

The Otjiwarongo Municipality’s local authority council on Tuesday re-elected its office bearers to their respective positions. Mayor Gottlieb Shivute successfully retained his position after being nominated and seconded by fellow councillors. Deputy Town Mayor Julienda Kampungu also returned to her position through a unanimous vote. The councillors further re-elected Godhardt Hoko as the chairperson of the municipality's management committee, alongside Hilsa Jesaja and Sebetius Guiteb. Gideon Iiyambo was appointed as […]

November 29, 2023 7

Namibia

PM urges local authorities to continue fostering development

Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said local authorities play a leading role in fostering socio-economic development in their local areas, by ensuring efficient services and attracting and nurturing business activities. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila made the remarks during the official opening of the good governance, leadership and project management training for the Association of Local Authorities Namibia in collaboration with the Namibia University of Science and Technology in Ongwediva.She added that local authorities are […]

November 23, 2023 9