Namibia's music rights organization has placed its top executive on leave while investigators examine accusations of workplace misconduct and creating a hostile professional atmosphere.
Albert Nicanor was removed from his position as chief executive of the Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music following complaints about bullying behavior and causing psychological damage to staff members. Board leaders described the action on Wednesday as procedurally neutral rather than punitive, designed to allow independent reviewers to examine the matter without obstruction. Nicanor will continue receiving his complete compensation package during this period, but cannot enter facilities or use organizational computer systems. Ferdinand...
Departing municipal leaders in northern Namibia are urging newly elected officials to prioritize cooperation over partisan disputes as they prepare to assume office.
Leonard Hango, who served as Oshakati Town Council mayor under the Swapo party, emphasized that representatives must set aside political differences and respond to all constituents equally. He warned against allowing party loyalty to interfere with public service obligations, noting that canceled meetings and internal conflicts have plagued some councils. Hango highlighted achievements during his term, such as land distribution and infrastructure improvements in previously informal settlements. He called on successors to build upon existing progress.
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Namibia's military will subject all recruits to rigorous health evaluations regardless of their ethnic background, defense officials announced as the armed forces prepare for their next enlistment cycle.
Colonel Peter Shilumbu, speaking for the Namibian Defence Force, said medical examinations aim to verify that candidates can withstand demanding physical preparation rather than discriminate against particular groups. He emphasized that any blood-test findings suggesting a person might struggle during instruction would disqualify them from service. The military requires soldiers capable of handling strenuous conditions and will apply identical standards to every applicant, he added. While 60 slots among 1,500 available positions have...
Namibia's top judicial officer has called on magistrates nationwide to cancel their threatened job action scheduled to start on Wednesday as negotiations continue over unresolved compensation disputes.
Chief Justice Peter Shivute appealed to the Magistrates' and Judges' Association of Namibia announced plans to launch a partial strike if authorities fail to implement phase three housing and transportation benefit increases. Judiciary spokesperson Viktoria Hango said Shivute met with the Magistrates' Commission and other senior officials on Tuesday to address the brewing crisis. She emphasized that while officials recognize the complaints as legitimate, court officers must fulfill their professional obligations during talks. Hango...
Nearly 500 participants representing more than 45 nations convened at Wits University this week for the African Investigative Journalism Conference, where former International Criminal Court prosecutor Fatou Bensouda delivered remarks emphasizing the vital role of reporters in preserving truth and human dignity.
The Gambian lawyer addressed attendees during the opening ceremonies, asserting that journalists bear a responsibility to foster dialogue that connects diverse cultures. Bensouda noted that rigorous investigation requires documentation and fact-checking, positioning reporters as public advocates who hold authority figures accountable to standards of authenticity. She described how this work forces global audiences to reconsider...
Funeral attendance has emerged as a significant driver of overnight travel in South Africa, representing more than one in 10 such journeys during 2024, government data reveals.
Statistics South Africa reported that 11.2 percent of the nation's 26.2 million overnight trips were made to attend burial services, amounting to approximately 1.2 million funeral-related travels. Despite this percentage declining from 12.3 percent the previous year, the absolute number of people making these somber journeys actually increased. Limpopo province drew the most funeral visitors, with Gauteng ranking second. The total volume of overnight travel expanded by 1.5 percent compared with 2023 figures.
KwaZulu-Natal attracted the highest number of...
A powerful typhoon has left at least 66 dead and displaced more than 400,000 residents after tearing through central Philippine islands, officials reported on Wednesday. Typhoon Kalmaegi claimed 49 lives on Cebu, the nation's most densely inhabited central island, where entire communities vanished under floodwaters. Another 26 individuals remain unaccounted for. The death count encompasses six military personnel whose relief helicopter went down on Tuesday near Agusan del Sur in Mindanao while conducting rescue operations.
Provincial Governor Pamela Baricuatro described the catastrophe as unprecedented for Cebu, noting that rising waters rather than fierce winds posed the greatest danger. She activated a state of calamity designation...
A British teenager who challenged his parents in court after they sent him to a boarding school in Ghana must stay there until his exams are finished, a high court judge has determined.
The 14-year-old boy was brought to Ghana in March 2024 under the belief he would visit an ailing family member. His parents sent him abroad following worries about his conduct in London, which involved missing classes, possessing unexplained cash and allegedly having a blade. The teenager disputes claims of gang involvement or weapon possession. After expressing unhappiness and longing for home, he secured state-funded legal representation and filed suit against his parents in February. An initial attempt to return failed when a judge determined he...
Malawi's Natural Resources, Energy, and Mining Minister Jean Mathanga has warned employees that misconduct will result in consequences as she pushes for improved performance across her department.
During a meeting with senior staff from various divisions under her authority, Mathanga stressed the necessity of professional conduct and collaborative efforts to meet ministry goals. She pointed out that the sectors her ministry oversees play a vital role in citizens' daily lives, creating significant public expectations for government workers. Mathanga directed employees to adhere strictly to established protocols when granting licenses across different sectors, acknowledging the demanding nature of their responsibilities while expressing...
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