13 March-9/10am news

# Amupanda Highlights Land Issues in Housing Debate.... # Tourism Ministry Highlights Opportunities in Astro-Tourism.... # National Competition Commission Urges Stronger Track-and-Trace in South Africa ..... # Madagascar Appoints Anti-Corruption Chief as Prime Minister ......PLUS #Tehran denies seeking U.S. ceasefire after Trump says Iran was “decimated”.

# Astro-Tourism Seen as Key to Diversifying Tourism, says Tourism Ministry.... # Amupanda Attributes Housing Challenges to Land Shortage.... # South Africa Notes Israel’s ICJ Response ..... # Low Turnout in Congo Vote as Sassou Expected to Extend Rule ......PLUS # U.S President Trump tells China, the UK and others…

Iran war disrupts global oil trade as Namibia reassures on fuel reserves, government moves to regulate online taxis, and Vusi Thembekwayo calls for resources to benefit citizens. Also: GBV crisis persists in Namibia, South Africa summons US ambassador over remarks, Eswatini receives more US deportees, and Iran vows to keep…

NARETU and Namib Mills reach deal ending 59-day strike with bonuses and back pay for workers, while South Africa delays release of the Madlanga Commission interim report. And... US launches trade investigations into India over manufacturing and labour practices, and iStore opens a new Apple Premium Partner store in Windhoek.

Government moves to reintegrate fishermen after job losses, NARETU and Namib Mills reach deal ending 59-day strike, and Africa’s debt crisis raises concerns over development and social spending. And: US launches trade investigations into India over manufacturing and labour practices, while the Basketball Africa League prepares for its sixth season…