Tanzanian President Samia Hassan has ordered an investigation into violent clashes that occurred during recent elections and requested prosecutors reduce or dismiss charges against hundreds accused of treason. The leader won reelection with 98 percent of the votes in results that opposition figures criticized as fraudulent.
Hassan urged leniency for young demonstrators who participated in historic protests, stating many failed to comprehend their involvement. The unrest marked an unprecedented break from Tanzania's traditionally stable political climate and drew comparisons to youth movements globally challenging established governments. Opposition estimates suggest hundreds may have perished, though authorities have not released...
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered an investigation after a chartered aircraft carrying 153 Palestinians from Gaza landed without proper documentation. The passengers were initially denied entry and remained on the plane for over 10 hours before most gained admission through intervention by a local charity and government compassion. Israeli military authorities confirmed the group departed after receiving approval from an unnamed third country, while the Palestinian embassy stated an unregistered organization exploited desperate families and collected payments for irregular travel arrangements.
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber explained that missing departure stamps and accommodation details prompted the initial...
Ethiopia reported its initial Marburg virus outbreak after health authorities confirmed nine infections in the southern Omo region near the South Sudan border. World Health Organization Director General Tedros Ghebreyesus praised Ethiopian officials for their swift and transparent handling of the situation, which emerged from suspected viral hemorrhagic fever cases under investigation.
The virus belongs to the same family as Ebola and spreads through contact with bodily fluids or contaminated materials from infected individuals. Symptoms include fever, rash and severe bleeding, with no approved vaccine or specific treatment available beyond supportive care. Health workers have isolated patients while conducting community screenings and...
Nangula Uaandja will leave her role as chief executive of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board before the start of next year. Staff members learned during an internal briefing that her employment agreement expires and that she intends to take several months away from work after nearly three decades of continuous service. Uaandja indicated her willingness to support economic development efforts through either government or private sector engagement following her hiatus.
Her departure coincides with significant organizational changes that transferred authority from the presidential office to the Ministry of International Relations and Trade. The investment promotion agency faces potential downgrading to departmental...
Namibia has degazetted Zacharias Seibeb from his position as leader of the Dâure Daman Traditional Authority following approval by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah under existing legislation. Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa confirmed the action through official correspondence referencing a government gazette publication.
The removal stems from widespread dissatisfaction among Dâure Daman communities, who submitted multiple petitions to the presidency requesting Seibeb's departure. Officials cited eroded confidence as the basis for stripping him of his leadership role within the traditional authority structure.
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah stated that online criticism and insults directed at government officials will not deter her administration from fulfilling its commitments. Speaking at the launch of a regional water infrastructure project in Eenhana, she acknowledged that some individuals misuse digital platforms to attack leaders rather than engage constructively.
The head of state also addressed construction delays, warning contractors against seeking additional payments after falling behind schedule. She emphasized that bidders should accurately assess project requirements before submitting proposals and that requesting extra funding partway through contracts will no longer be accepted.
The Ohangwena II Wellfield Water...
Namibia's Minesworkers Union has endorsed Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah's decision to implement the Financial Institutions and Markets Act without mandatory preservation requirements. Kenneth Matomola from the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority confirmed that officials will rework preservation benefits after considering public feedback before any future rollout.
The legislation replaces pension fund regulations dating back to 1956 and was initially scheduled for introduction several years ago, but faced strong opposition. Union General Secretary George Ampweya described the compulsory preservation clause as harmful to workers who need access to retirement funds during employment disruptions common in mining and...
Namibia's Landless People's Movement has requested an emergency session with election officials following reports of ballot paper shortages and duplicates discovered at a government warehouse. Party representative Ivan Skrywer contacted the Electoral Commission of Namibia to demand a political party liaison committee meeting involving all stakeholders rather than allowing commissioners to address the matter privately.
The opposition party identified concerns in Aranos, Tses, Otavi, Uis and Khorixas, where ballot irregularities were detected. Skrywer indicated that his organization had learned of plans to destroy duplicate materials and initiate new printing, but rejected any closed-door discussions on the issue. Electoral Commission...
Ronnie Kanalelo has left his position as head coach of Bucks Buccaneers FC in the Namibia Premier Football League and accepted the same role at FC Ongos. The CAF A licensed coach confirmed his departure from the black-and-white outfit, stating the team had improved tactically under his guidance.
Kanalelo denied discussions with FC Ongos but acknowledged negotiations with two unnamed clubs from the league. His coaching resume includes stints at Unam FC, African Stars FC, and Black Africa FC, along with serving as assistant coach for the Brave Warriors national team.
FC Ongos appointed Kanalelo after parting ways with Agnus Elemu, securing an experienced coach who has worked across multiple top-flight clubs in Namibian football.
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