Category: National

Twenty cyclists riding for the Trans Kalahari Corridor (TKC) initiative on Tuesday entered Namibia from Botswana through the Trans-Kalahari-Mamuno Border Post in a challenge that started earlier this month in Rustenburg, South Africa. The cycling event was initiated to raise awareness of the TKC regionally and internationally, with the objective of securing the three member states' commitment to economic progress through spatial development initiatives along the corridor. The initiative also aims to promote road safety on the corridor, reduce delays along the route, address security concerns, and commemorate the 20th anniversary of the TKC, among others. The Namibian Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa receiving the cyclists from his Botswana counterpart, Eric Molale, highlighted the importance of connection between countries and how the initiative will improve the economy of the three member states. 'I want to highlight how transport infrastructure are vital for development, thus, it is clear t hat since independence of our country, Namibia has improved drastically on road infrastructure, that has given birth to initiatives of this magnitude between our countries with the aim of also expanding this initiative to other countries in Africa,' Mutorwa indicated. Mutorwa urged those along the route of the cyclists in the country to give them good hospitality and welcome them in their towns and villages. Handing over the cyclists to Mutorwa, Molale, the Botswana Minister of Transport and Public Works touched more on the relationship between the three member states, and assured his Namibian counterpart that his country is committed to the initiative, and wished the cyclists well as they continue with their journey through Namibia. 'I am here to hand over the cyclists that I have been taking care of for the last seven days, who are carrying along the pledge of the TKC that entails that we must be a united people, we must be allowed to move freely across our region, we must harmonise our processes and pro tocols that facilitate free movement, and we must invest along the corridor,' Molale highlighted. The cyclists are expected to reach their final destination Walvis Bay later this month and the Namibian route will feature seven public engagements with various stakeholders. Source: The Namibia Press Agency

Tunis: President Kais Saied reiterated the historic role of the judiciary in cleaning up the country when he met with Justice Minister Leila Jaffal at Carthage Palace on Wednesday, reminding her that procedures have been put in place to ensure a fair trial and not to evade accountability and punishment. "No one is above the law, freedom can only be exercised within its framework, and those who today falsely claim to be victims of the lack of freedom are among its worst enemies, because they do not accept a true democratic system based on the will of the people and forget their abuses and the large sums of money they have received from suspicious sources, both local and foreign". He added that "their seminars and meetings are only organised in luxurious hotels, but they pretend to be defenders of the national decision and to be on the side of the poor," according to a statement from the Presidency of the Republic. The meeting also discussed the final version of the revision of Article 411 of the Commercial Code, which takes into account a fair and desirable balance between all parties involved, «since «experience has shown that the current system lacks such a balance.» Source: Agence Tunis Afrique Presse

WINDHOEK: The ruling Swapo Party activated its election campaign machinery on Wednesday by convening a preparatory workshop in the capital for all its district coordinators and mobilisers. The party gathered its functionaries from all 121 districts across the country in preparation for the Presidential and National Assembly elections set for November this year. Speaking at the opening of the workshop, Swapo Vice-President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, said the event is organised to empower the party functionaries with essential campaign tools. 'We are here to prepare ourselves for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections. As we gear up for those elections, we must get prepared in such a manner that we leave no stone unturned. 'Our ultimate goal is to ensure that we bring back the Swapo Party to its glory, by reclaiming what we have lost in the last elections. 'It is therefore my great pleasure to officiate at this very important workshop as we activate the campaign and mobilisation machinery of the Swapo Party for the Presidential and National Assembly elections,' she said. Nandi-Ndaitwah, who will be the Swapo presidential candidate, noted that the elections scheduled for 27 November 2024 demand extraordinary efforts and dedication from party members. 'This means the structures of our party at all levels must be ready to ensure full mobilisation of our members, supporters, and sympathisers to vote for the Swapo Party come election day,' she said. Nandi-Ndaitwah told the participants that the election campaigns have already started since the Electoral Commission of Namibia released its electoral calendar. 'With the launch of the election calendar by the ECN, that has signaled the opening of the campaign and we have seen increased political activities in the area,' she said, while commending the party's regional leaders about the recruitment drive efforts. Nandi-Ndaitwah also informed the delegates that the party is finalising its 2024 election manifesto and the unveiling of the party's candi dates for the National Assembly elections. Source: The Namibia Press Agency

Twenty cyclists riding for the Trans Kalahari Corridor (TKC) initiative on Tuesday entered Namibia from Botswana through the Trans-Kalahari-Mamuno Border Post in a challenge that started earlier this month in Rustenburg, South Africa. The cycling event was initiated to raise awareness of the TKC regionally and internationally, with the objective of securing the three member states' commitment to economic progress through spatial development initiatives along the corridor. The initiative also aims to promote road safety on the corridor, reduce delays along the route, address security concerns, and commemorate the 20th anniversary of the TKC, among others. The Namibian Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa receiving the cyclists from his Botswana counterpart, Eric Molale, highlighted the importance of connection between countries and how the initiative will improve the economy of the three member states. 'I want to highlight how transport infrastructure are vital for development, thus, it is clear t hat since independence of our country, Namibia has improved drastically on road infrastructure, that has given birth to initiatives of this magnitude between our countries with the aim of also expanding this initiative to other countries in Africa,' Mutorwa indicated. Mutorwa urged those along the route of the cyclists in the country to give them good hospitality and welcome them in their towns and villages. Handing over the cyclists to Mutorwa, Molale, the Botswana Minister of Transport and Public Works touched more on the relationship between the three member states, and assured his Namibian counterpart that his country is committed to the initiative, and wished the cyclists well as they continue with their journey through Namibia. 'I am here to hand over the cyclists that I have been taking care of for the last seven days, who are carrying along the pledge of the TKC that entails that we must be a united people, we must be allowed to move freely across our region, we must harmonise our processes and pro tocols that facilitate free movement, and we must invest along the corridor,' Molale highlighted. The cyclists are expected to reach their final destination Walvis Bay later this month and the Namibian route will feature seven public engagements with various stakeholders. Source: The Namibia Press Agency

Tunis: President Kais Saied reiterated the historic role of the judiciary in cleaning up the country when he met with Justice Minister Leila Jaffal at Carthage Palace on Wednesday, reminding her that procedures have been put in place to ensure a fair trial and not to evade accountability and punishment. "No one is above the law, freedom can only be exercised within its framework, and those who today falsely claim to be victims of the lack of freedom are among its worst enemies, because they do not accept a true democratic system based on the will of the people and forget their abuses and the large sums of money they have received from suspicious sources, both local and foreign". He added that "their seminars and meetings are only organised in luxurious hotels, but they pretend to be defenders of the national decision and to be on the side of the poor," according to a statement from the Presidency of the Republic. The meeting also discussed the final version of the revision of Article 411 of the Commercial Code, which takes into account a fair and desirable balance between all parties involved, «since «experience has shown that the current system lacks such a balance.» Source: Agence Tunis Afrique Presse