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Club World Cup: Benfica Beats Bayern Munich in Scorching Heat to Win Group C
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Club World Cup: Benfica Beats Bayern Munich in Scorching Heat to Win Group C

41% Center coverage: 86 sources
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Andreas Schjelderup scored in the 13th minute to give Benfica a 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in scorching heat on Tuesday, sending the Portuguese club to the top of Group C in the Club World Cup. The loss dropped Bayern Munich to second place as Boca Juniors was eliminated. The game was played in a 97 degree temperature (36 Celsius). Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni was attended by the medical staff in the 25th minute …See the Story
Education ministry launches task force to make free tertiary studies a reality by 2026
Namibia · Namibia

Education ministry launches task force to make free tertiary studies a reality by 2026

The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has launched a task force to develop a roadmap for implementing free tertiary education by 2026. This was announced by executive director Mbuma Haitengela in a statement on Tuesday. He says the announcement follows president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s state of the nation declaration in April that as of 2026, tertiary education will be free. Haitengela says the task force was app…See the Story
LPM supports Israel – Swartbooi
Windhoek · Windhoek

LPM supports Israel – Swartbooi

Landless People’s Movement (LPM) leader Bernadus Swartbooi says the party supports Israel in its fight against Iran. He says for more than 40 years Iran has on record stated that it wants to wipe out Israel from the face of earth. “Yes, although we support Israel, it does not mean we support each and every action of the Israeli government. The slaughter of innocent Palestinians must stop, and there must be a ceasefire. “We understand the reasons…Read Article

England Chase Down 371 to Beat India in First Test

39% Left coverage: 33 sources
England beat India by five wickets to win the first test in record-breaking fashion at Headingley today. Victory meant England became the first team to have...Jasprit Bumrah · EnglandSee the Story

Former ombudsman calls 15-year sentence for car theft in Zambezi harsh and shocking

Former ombudsman John Walters says the sentencing of a woman to 15 years for stealing a car in the Zambezi region last year is harsh and shocking. This comes after a South African national convicted of motor vehicle theft and money laundering was sentenced to 15 years in prison after standing trial in the Katima Mulilo Regional Court. Chante Coetzee (38) was convicted on three charges. She was sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment on the first cou…Theft · Katima MuliloRead Article

Vandalism on Ruby Main Powerline disrupts Walvis Bay water supply

The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) has condemned the recent vandalism and theft on the Ruby Main Overhead Powerline, describing it as an unpatriotic act that temporarily disrupted water supply to Walvis Bay. The incident occurred over the weekend when vandals targeted the powerline supplying electricity to the Swartbank and Rooibank boreholes. These boreholes form part of the critical infrastructure that ensures water provision to the coas…Vandalism · Walvis BayRead Article

Public enterprise chief executives to convene at Walvis Bay

Chief executives from state-owned enterprises (SOEs) across the country will gather at Walvis Bay next month for the annual Public Enterprise CEO Forum set to take place on 23 July. This was announced in a statement by Namibia Civil Aviation Authority communications manager Nelson Ashipala on Tuesday. He says this year’s forum is expected to carry heightened significance, with president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah scheduled to attend the high-level e…Walvis Bay · Walvis BayRead Article

Otavi handymen arrested as drought food theft scandal widens in Otjozondjupa

Five Otavi handymen were arrested for allegedly stealing drought-relief food, prompting calls for a wider investigation into suspected corruption in the Otjozondjupa Regional Council. The men were arrested on 16 June after being found in possession of six 4kg rice bags and 13 boxes each containing 12 tins of fish (400g). The five accused are Naruseb Alfred, Naruseb Martinus, Meyo Daniel, Kavenandayi Ndjoze, and Mundju Karuamuze. They reportedly …Corruption · NamibiaRead Article

President’s governor delays spark criticism over indecisiveness, weak leadership and internal Swapo tensions

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s delayed appointment of regional governors has sparked criticism over indecisiveness and concerns about her administration’s efficiency and leadership. The president extended the tenure of the current remaining seven governors from the previous administration to 20 June for three months after their tenure ended on 21 March. Zambezi governor Lawrence Sampofu yesterday told The Namibian that the president had exte…Namibia · NamibiaSee the Story

The Price of Impunity: Iran, Israel and a World on Edge

When warplanes entered Tehran’s airspace on Friday, 13 June, and sirens pierced the dawn, it was not only Iranian skies that darkened, it was the legitimacy of global governance. The confrontation between Israel and Iran is not a localised military skirmish. It is a geopolitical rupture with serious consequences for civilians, international law and the credibility of global leadership. This crisis did not erupt in isolation. On 1 April 2024, Isr…Gaza · GazaRead Article

A Broken Promise: Amendments to the Research, Science and Technology Act

The Research, Science and Technology Act was passed by parliament in 2004 but brought into force only in 2011 when its accompanying regulations were put in place. The act’s impact did not become clear until the regulations were issued, requiring government registration of all researchers and government permission for all proposed research projects – which led to the constitutional challenge and court order described below.  Concerns About Govern…Namibia · NamibiaRead Article

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