insert_link South Africa In S.A, DA Demands Accountability Over R1 Billion Municipal Deficit In S.A, the DA in the Free State is calling for urgent accountability, as the Maluti-a-Phofung Municipality ends the 2023/2024 financial year with a one-billion-rand deficit. Over the past year, revenue stood at 1.73-billion-rand while expenses reached 2.82-billion-rand. The DA’s, Alison Oates, says this financial mismanagement directly affects residents, who continue to face water shortages, electricity instability, and deteriorating municipal services: today19 February, 2025
insert_link Environment Water Shortages Stall Mango Project Expansion in Zambezi’s Sesheke A fruit tree planting initiative in Sesheke, Zambezi region, primarily focused on mango cultivation, is facing challenges in expanding due to water shortages. Project member Anita Maiba says the orchard, established in 2009, was envisioned not only for personal consumption but also to support a future mango juice factory. One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ellen Shihepo reports. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7, you can watch […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link Africa UN Warns of Humanitarian Crisis in DRC The United Nations aid agency has raised alarm over the worsening humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, urging immediate intervention. Intense fighting in and around Goma has left food and water supplies critically low. Meanwhile, France plans to introduce a draft resolution at the UN Security Council this week, calling for Rwanda to withdraw its troops from the country. today4 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Anonymous Interview: Challenges Faced by the Community in Havana, Windhoek: A Closer Look at Municipal Services, Healthcare, and Unemployment November 18, 2024 – Havana, Windhoek Life in Havana, a settlement located in the outskirts of Windhoek, presents its residents with a range of challenges, many of which stem from systemic issues that persist despite promises from political parties and government institutions. Living in a community where resources are scarce, Anonymous X Hakahana—a local resident—shared valuable insights into the everyday struggles faced by the people in Havana, shedding light […] today18 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Epukiro Regional Water Supply Extension Project Breaks Ground The groundbreaking ceremony for the Epukiro Regional Water Supply Scheme Extension takes place today. This important project will help address water shortages and improve water quality at Epukiro Post 3. Expanding for us is Namwater's Lot Ndamanomhata: today18 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia CoW to use borehole water to meet demand The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced that it is experiencing a serious water scarcity, prompting the activation of an emergency borehole programme to boost its drinking water supply as of June 2023. This has resulted in observable differences from the usual water in terms of colour, taste and fragrance. In a notice issued on Tuesday, CoW stated that despite this, it remains committed to maintaining the quality of drinking […] today6 March, 2024
