insert_link Namibia Cabinet Approves SWAPO Manifesto Integration into Government Policies Cabinet has endorsed the incorporation of the Swapo Party manifesto into government policies, with implementation scheduled to begin on April 1, 2025. As One Africa TV NewsOnOne journalist Envaalde Matheus reports, this decision comes amid ongoing court battles over the recent election results. SWAPO Party Youth League's Moses Shikerete told our journalist Envaalde Matheus from One AFrica's NewsOnOne that the party has developed a detailed action plan to ensure the […] today15 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Slams S.A Government Over ‘Backroom Deals’ on NHI Act ActionSA has condemned the government of national unity for what it calls backroom dealings regarding the National Health Insurance Act. The party alleges government is pushing the controversial legislation without adequate consultation and transparency. They claim that key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals and opposition parties, were sidelined. ActionSA’s Kgosi Letlape argues the current act is flawed and unworkable, with government failing to address issues in public healthcare: today7 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia TransNamib denies corruption claims over locomotive deal TransNamib has dismissed corruption allegations related to a N$2 billion deal for new locomotives. The state-owned railway company’s CEO, Desmond van Jaarsveld says the procurement process was handled by the Central Procurement Board, thus ensuring transparency. The company’s spokesperson, Abigail Raubenheimer defended its decision to standardise with General Electric locomotives for improved efficiency. today5 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Activist Rinaani Musutua on Poverty and Accountability in Namibia In a recent interview, Rinaani Musutua, a prominent activist, opened up about the persistent issues of poverty and the lack of accountability within Namibia's leadership. Reflecting on the promises made at independence, Musutua highlighted that citizens were promised prosperity, equality, and an end to poverty, yet, decades later, many still face significant challenges. She emphasized that despite the country’s progress in certain areas, poverty remains widespread, and those who […] today29 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Skrywer Demands Independent Probe Into Namdia Heist LPM member and City of Windhoek Councilor Ivan Skrywer has called for an independent investigation into the Namdia robbery, criticizing the police and security agencies for their handling of the case. He questioned why neither the Police or Namdia have held press conferences, pointing out conflicting reports about the suspects and a lack of transparency. Skrywer also cited former Inspector General Ret. Gen. Sebastian Ndeitunga’s claims that government officials may […] today29 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party opposes Cape Town residents funding tender fraud probe The GOOD Party says it does not accept Cape Town residents to foot the bill for any tender fraud investigation or charges brought against mayoral committee members, JP Smith, and Xanthia Limberg. This comes after police raided their offices last Friday, allegedly as part of the Hawks' investigation into dodgy housing tenders worth one-billion-rand. GOOD’s secretary-general, Brett Herron, says there should be transparency and accountability regarding the metro’s financial […] today27 January, 2025
insert_link World Trump Administration has fired at least a dozen inspectors general The Trump Administration has fired at least a dozen inspectors general from government agencies. Inspectors general are agency watchdogs, installed to root out corruption or abuse within departments. Mitch McCann reports: today27 January, 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 Namibia Shaun Gariseb Talks On Demonstration at ACC slated for today Katutura Residents’ Committee spokesperson Shaun Gariseb has highlighted the reasons behind their demonstration at the Anti-Corruption Commission slated for today. He shared that residents from Okahandja, Gobabis, and Windhoek have made repeated complaints regarding maladministration, including issues with the appointment of Red Force in 2023. today27 January, 2025