insert_link South Africa ActionSA Demands Transparency on Ithala Bank Loans ActionSA is demanding transparency from KwaZulu-Natal's Ithala bank over outstanding loans granted to politically exposed individuals. The party is concerned that taxpayer funds may have been misused to benefit politicians and their associates, including the chairperson of Parliament’s portfolio committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Zweli Mkhize, and his family. ActionSA’s Alan Beesley says reports indicate that Ithala is commercially and technically insolvent, with 2.2-billion-rand in loans, but only […] today7 March, 2025
insert_link Namibia Judiciary dismisses Amupanda’s claims on Deputy Judge-President appointment Supreme Court of Namibia The Judiciary has dismissed allegations by activist and politician Dr. Job Amupanda, who claimed a lack of transparency in the appointment of a second Deputy Judge-President. In a statement, the Judiciary rejected what it described as misinformation circulating on social media, stressing that such claims undermine its integrity and impartiality. Deputy Director of Public Relations at the Office of the Judiciary, Vikitoria Hango, reaffirmed the institution’s […] today25 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia McLeod-Katjirua Denies Preferential Treatment To One Africa Tv Khomas Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has refuted allegations of receiving special treatment in settling her municipal bill with the City of Windhoek. She explained that she only engaged the municipality after her water supply was cut off due to an outstanding debt of N$27,000. One Africa Tv NewsOnOne's Ketemba Tjipepa reports: today17 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Ratepayers’ Struggle: The City of Windhoek’s Selective Billing and Redforce’s Questionable Practices By Leonard Witbeen Windhoek residents continue to face inconsistent and seemingly unfair treatment regarding municipal bills, with some accounts being swiftly rectified while others suffer at the hands of aggressive debt collectors. A recent case involving a prominent Governor highlights the glaring disparities in how the City of Windhoek (CoW) and Redforce Debt Management handle ratepayers. A Governor’s Bill Magically Reduced A Governor who owns property in Windhoek recently discovered […] today13 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents’ Committee Calls for Action at Anti-Corruption Commission The Katutura Residents’ Committee, led by spokesperson Shaun Gariseb, is organizing a demonstration at the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to highlight ongoing concerns about maladministration in various municipalities, including Okahandja, Gobabis, and Windhoek. According to Gariseb, residents from these towns have raised complaints over the years, with particular emphasis on the appointment of Red Force in 2023, a process they argue was carried out without due procedure. Gariseb explained that […] today27 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa DA Requests Update on Wilge Complex Investigation in South Africa In S.A, The DA says it has written to the Special Investigating Unit on its investigation into the 840-million-rand Wilge Residential Complex near Kusile Power Station in Mpumalanga, left abandoned and in ruin by Eskom. The party’s Kevin Mileham says the DA have requested an update on the progress of the investigation, as it is indication of how serious and brazen Eskom’s waste of money at Wilge has been […] today18 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa DA Submits 200,000 Signatures Protesting Eskom’s 40% Tariff Hike To South Africa, where the DA's leader in Gauteng, Solly Msimanga, submitted over 200-thousand signatures to energy regulator NERSA in Pretoria, opposing Eskom's proposed 40-percent electricity tariff hike. Hundreds joined the DA’s protest, demanding affordable and reliable power. Msimanga called for public participation as NERSA opens hearings. He also emphasised accountability and relief amid South Africa's energy and cost-of-living crisis: today15 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Activist Warns Against Secret Renewal of Redforce Contract Windhoek residents and ratepayers, activist Shaun Gariseb has issued a reminder that Redforce's contract with the City of Windhoek is set to expire on November 21, 2024. He warns against any hidden renewal plans, noting that the Anti-Corruption Commission has yet to release its report on Redforce’s initial appointment, which he claims lacked due process and council resolution. today30 October, 2024
