Tag: Public Holiday
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WA News Live: School Teacher Admits Sexually Abusing Student, Fathering Baby; Tragedy at Perth Beach
WA News Live: Teacher Admits Sexually Abusing Student and Fathering Baby In a startling development from Western Australia, a school teacher has admitted to sexually abusing a student and fathering a child with the student, in what prosecutors say is a grave breach of trust and a crime with lifelong consequences for the victim. The…
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US Embassy Nairobi Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What to Know
Overview: Why the Nairobi Embassy is Closed The United States Embassy in Nairobi announced that it will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This federal public holiday in the United States honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and is celebrated on the…
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Basant Festival 2026: Lahore Gears Up for a Long Weekend Holiday
Overview: Basant Festival returns to Lahore with a planned long weekend The Basant Festival, a colorful celebration marking the arrival of spring, has become a major event in Lahore’s cultural calendar. In 2026, organizers and local authorities are planning a rare confluence of dates that could extend the city’s weekend into a long holiday. The…
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Namibia: Political Parties Slam Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Election-Day Public Holiday Over Economic Fears
Overview Namibia finds itself at the center of a heated political debate after the government announced that next Wednesday would be declared a public holiday to coincide with the regional council and local authority elections. The move, advocated by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s administration, has sparked criticism from multiple opposition parties and some business groups who…
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Namibia’s Election-Day Holiday Sparks Economic Debate Amid Political Criticism
Introduction: A Public Holiday with Economic Consequences Namibia’s decision to declare next Wednesday a public holiday to coincide with the regional council and local authority elections has ignited a wave of criticism from several political parties. While the government argues the day will boost civic participation, opponents warn it could exacerbate an already tight fiscal…
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Namibia: Election-Day Public Holiday Sparks Economic Fears
Background: The Election-Day Public Holiday Namibia’s government recently declared next Wednesday a public holiday to coincide with the regional council and local authority elections. The move, intended to boost voter turnout and ensure widespread participation, has quickly become a flashpoint in national politics. While supporters argue that a holiday could make voting easier and more…
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Coast Region Vows Smooth General Election as RC Assures Readiness
Coast Region Ready for a Smooth General Election The Coast Region is poised for a peaceful and orderly General Election, according to Regional Commissioner (RC) Abubakar Kunenge. Speaking at his Kibaha Municipal Council office, the RC reassured residents that comprehensive preparations are complete, underscoring a collaborative effort with stakeholders, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and religious leaders…
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Coast Region Readies for Smooth Election, RC Assures
Coast Region Readies for a Smooth Election, RC Assures The Coast Region is braced for the General Election, with Regional Commissioner Abubakar Kunenge saying all preparations are complete for a peaceful and orderly voting day tomorrow. Speaking at his Kibaha Municipal Council office, the RC highlighted a comprehensive preparation plan that combines civic education, security…