A Historic Election in Namibia: Female Leadership and Rising Opposition
Namibia's 2024 election marked a historic shift. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah won the presidency with 57.31% of the vote
December 4, 2024Section
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Power Struggle Rocks Namibia as Opposition Challenges Election
A fierce battle for Namibia's political future erupted when opposition leader Dr. Panduleni Itula rejected the December 2024 election results....
December 2, 2024
Diamond Market Watershed: De Beers’ 10% Price Cut Signals New Era
De Beers has reduced diamond prices by over 10% across its portfolio responding to significant market pressures. Coverage and analysis...
December 2, 2024
Botswana to Launch Second Global Diamond Hub, Challenging Antwerp’s Monopoly
Botswana's diamond industry marks a significant shift as the country prepares to become the world's second diamond certification center after...
November 28, 2024
Namibia’s 2024 Elections: Democratic Turbulence Marks Historic Vote
The Namibian presidential and legislative elections on November 27, 2024, revealed deep cracks in the country's democratic system. Voters faced...
November 28, 2024
QatarEnergy Expands in Namibia: Orange Basin’s 11 Billion Barrel Promise
QatarEnergy's recent expansion in Namibia's Orange Basin has ignited speculation about the region's potential. Coverage and analysis from The Rio...
November 27, 2024
Namibia’s Democratic Crossroads: Power Shift After 34 Years?
On November 27 2024 Namibia faces a pivotal moment. For the first time since independence the ruling SWAPO party. Coverage...
November 25, 2024
Gold Rush 2.0: China’s Strategic Mining Ventures in Africa
The glitter of gold has caught China's eye, prompting a surge of investments in African mines. Chinese firms are expanding...
November 25, 2024
Botswana’s Quiet Revolution: Opposition Ends 58 Years of One-Party Rule
The unthinkable happened in Botswana on October 30, 2024. Voters peacefully removed Africa's longest-ruling democratic party from power, marking a...
November 15, 2024