The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Joseph Shikongo, has confirmed that transnational organised crime constitutes a major threat to peace, stability, governance, and development in southern Africa.   Lieutenant General Shikongo highlighted crimes such as drug and human trafficking, vehicle hijacking, wildlife crimes, illegal firearms trade, money laundering, and cybercrime, among others. The police […]

Women’s representation in parliament worldwide has increased slightly from 26.5% to 26.9% this year.  These statistics were collected after over 60 parliaments in 52 countries held their parliamentary elections in 2023.  The sub-Saharan Africa region accounts for the third highest, at over 27%.  According to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), electoral quotas have been instrumental in […]

The Rehoboth Town Council now owns the Reho Spa facility in the town. Mayor Amanda Groenewaldt announced this at the council’s first meeting for the year with residents of Rehoboth yesterday. Groenewaldt said the town council obtained the title deed of the Reho Spa from the Ministry of Works and Transport, following a process involving […]