Uganda’s Constitutional Court yesterday rejected a bid to scrap a controversial anti-gay law which is considered one of the toughest in the world.
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Rwanda genocide: 30 years of seeking justice
Tens of thousands of Rwandans have been convicted over the slaughter of an estimated 800 000 people, mostly ethnic Tutsis, during the genocide 30 years ago.
Asian markets hit by dimming US rate hopes, Taiwan quake
Asian markets tumbled Wednesday as investors grow increasingly sceptical that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates as much as hoped this year, while a massive earthquake in Taiwan added to the sense of gloom.
O&L Group’s CEO and CCO resign
The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has announced the upcoming resignation of its chief executive officer (CEO) Wessie van der Westhuizen, and chief culture officer (CCO) Sonja Thieme, effective 30 April 2024.
Economist: Rising fuel can flame inflation
Figures from the mines and energy ministry show that during March 2024, global petrol prices increased by 2.7% while international prices for diesel 50ppm decreased by 2.64% ,and diesel 10ppm decreased by 2.46%.
Trustco gets loan lifeline from key shareholder
Trustco Group Holdings Limited yesterday announced the extension for the repayment date for a N$1 billion related party loan. Making the announcement via a statement, Trustco shared that Next Capital (Pty) Ltd, a key shareholder and lender, has elected to extend the date for the repayment initially due on 31 March 2024.
Economic momentum remains solid… growth attracts investments and boosts foreign reserves
The Namibian economy is on a positive trajectory when compared to fellow SADC states.
Opinion – Endometriosis: The enigma
Endometriosis is a complex gynaecological condition characterised by the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. The uterus is a female reproductive organ with the main function of caring for the baby during pregnancy.
Living with endometriosis
Mphonyana Ikalafeng-Verbreeck says after being diagnosed with double uterus syndrome, she stopped seeking medical healthcare as she was subjected to judgement from these workers.
Taxpayers splash N$590m on political parties…Political Party Funding in 2023
Over the past five years, political parties represented in Parliament have received a cumulative N$592 million from Treasury, based on the seats they have in the country’s bicameral parliament system, official documents reveal.