Athletics coach Henk Botha, has expressed hope that Namibia’s 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games silver medalist Christine Mboma will qualify for the 200m sprint at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
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Blinken tells Israel civilian toll in Gaza ‘far too high’
Top US diplomat Antony Blinken told Israel on Tuesday the toll on Gazan civilians caused by its war against Hamas was “far too high”, urging his ally to alleviate their suffering.
Spain re-imposes masks in hospitals as flu cases surge
Wearing masks is obligatory again in Spain’s hospitals and other healthcare facilities since yesterday, the health ministry said on Monday as the country faces a flu outbreak.
Kenya court warns may have to release suspected cult leader
A Kenyan court on Tuesday gave authorities 14 days to prosecute a suspected cult leader, or face having to release him after he was detained over the deaths of hundreds of his followers.
SA takes centre-stage with ‘genocide’ case vs Israel
South Africa hopes that a landmark “genocide” case against Israel at the UN’s top court will bolster its international standing, and help the government win domestic support ahead of a key election this year.
US calls for probe of UAE tech firm
A key US lawmaker has called on Washington to mull trade curbs on Emirati artificial intelligence firm Group 42 Holdings (G42) over its ties with China, according to a letter released on Tuesday.
False tweet briefly sends bitcoin soaring
An unauthorised message posted to the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s official X account briefly sent bitcoin prices soaring, forcing the market regulator to deny it had approved a new cryptocurrency product.
Namibia’s green hydrogen revolution rapidly gaining traction
With the successful contracting of pilot projects and the impending disbursement of cash this year, Namibia’s green hydrogen journey continues to take on momentum.
Improved exam results excite minister
Education minister Anna Nghipondoka has commended the class of 2023 for a job well done in the national examinations they sat for last year.
Rehoboth killer was out on bail for previous murder
Residents of Rehoboth are outraged over the senseless killing and alleged rape of a 64-year-old woman identified as Helena Wemmert in the town. The suspect has been identified as an alleged repeat offender, and is deemed dangerous by the community.