Despite a failure to land one of the boxers to challenge for the world title, MTC Sunshine B ox i ng Academy founder and promoter Nestor Tobias said this year would be the year that his stable gets his hands on the highly-rated world title.
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Thousands lose US$16m in Singapore ‘fake friend’ scams
More than 6 300 people fell prey to “fake friend” scams in Singapore last year and collectively lost an equivalent of nearly US$16 million, police stated.
Opinion – The recklessness of the Kiev regime
The Un i t ed Nat i ons condemned Ukraine for the inhumane shelling of a market in the west of Donetsk, which resulted in the death of 27 people, including two teenagers.
World Bank approves US$300m for Ghana’s economic recovery
The World Bank approved US$300 million in financing for Ghana on Tuesday to help support the African country’s recovery from its worst economic turmoil in years.
Zuma scores well in poll
Almost one in three South Africans approve of former president Jacob Zuma, whose new political venture is expected to cost the ruling ANC votes in this year’s elections, a poll found on Tuesday.
Rössing and MUN agree to three-year salary increase
Rö ss i ng Ur a n ium and the Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) Rössing Branch Executive Committee (BEC) have concluded negotiations for salary increments from 2024 to 2026.
IMF ready to support anti-money laundering efforts
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) stands ready to back Namibia’s anti-money laundering efforts, and to combat illicit activities such as the financing of terrorism.
Kraatz Engineering restores Seamount Explorer
In an exhibition of precision and engineering excellence, Kraatz Engineering has successfully restored the Seamount Explorer motor fishing vessel (MFV). The vessel was recently involved in a collision that caused significant structural damage to the bow.
Rocky road ahead for toll gates…as public, analysts and opposition reject option
A strong negative perception to toll roads as a revenue option to maintain the national network seems to limit the options for authorities tasked with this mammoth responsibility.
Using tumbleweed to fight mosquitoes
The Ministry of Health and Social Services’ director in the Oshikoto region, Joshua Nghipangelwa, is advocating for the use of traditional herbs as an extra measure to repel mosquitoes.