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Lesufi says Gauteng implements 21 of 67 GBV directives

Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi says the provincial government has completed 21 of the 67 directives aimed at strengthening the response to gender-based violence and femicide, with a further 38 underway. He briefed the media yesterday on the province’s 90-Day GBVF Response Plan. This follows presidential directives and a four-point plan…

2 Nov 1AM 1 min

Learjet plummets at Palm Beach, killing all 9 on board

A Learjet flying from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas crashed into a Palm Beach County neighbourhood in Florida yesterday, killing all nine people aboard. In a video, the aircraft can be seen nose-diving and erupting into a giant fireball near a major roadway. At least 600 residents were evacuated. The…

2 Nov 1AM 1 min

No protests allowed during voting - SA law

South Africa votes this week in its local authority elections. Security is tight amid strong campaigning from all the parties. In KwaZulu-Natal police have warned that marches and protests will not be allowed on election day, Wednesday, 4 November. Acting Provincial Police Commissioner Phumelele Makoba says anyone taking part in…

2 Nov 12AM 1 min

Kimi becomes youngest F1 champion in history

Twenty-year-old Kimi Antonelli has claimed his maiden World Drivers' Championship in just his second season, becoming the youngest Formula One champion in history. The Mercedes driver finished third at the Mexico City Grand Prix to secure the title with four races left in the season. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen won…

2 Nov 12AM 1 min

Historic ODI win for FNB Eagles

The FNB Eagles have pulled off a dramatic 3-2 ODI series victory over Test nation Ireland, securing a landmark achievement for Namibian cricket on home soil. After dropping the series opener, the Eagles bounced back in the 2nd ODI as skipper Gerhard Erasmus blasted a brilliant unbeaten 156 off 125…

1 Nov 11PM 1 min

EU clears Nanso of misuse of Erasmus+ funds

The European Union in Namibia has found no evidence of misuse of Erasmus+ funds by the Namibia National Students Organisation, Nanso, following an investigation into allegations linked to the SHINE Project. This after allegations arose regarding the potential misuse of EU funds after Nanso utilised grant money to organize a…

1 Nov 11PM 1 min

Swapo gears up for congress, analyst does not expect change

Swapo is preparing for its 7th Elective Congress next year, where delegates will elect the party’s top four, the president, vice-president, secretary-general and deputy secretary-general. The congress is expected to be a key moment for the party as it considers its future leadership and direction. Political analyst Dr Ndumba Kamwanyah…

1 Nov 11PM 1 min

Week in Review - 31 October 2026

The Bank of Namibia raises the repo rate to 7 percent as inflation climbs, while FMD vaccinations pass 61,000 cattle. Government development spending lags, prompting a N$110.6 million reallocation. Beyond our borders, South Africa deploys soldiers ahead of local elections, Ebola spreads in Central and West Africa, and oil prices…

31 Oct 2AM 5 min

30 October - Top Stories

Namibia remembers former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba at a memorial service in Ohangwena, and Meatco resumes slaughtering at Okapuka with a 20 percent cut in producer prices. And, Cape Town Airport faces delays amid taxi unrest, and US Vice President JD Vance says he expects the Iran war to end…

30 Oct 1PM 4 min

30 October - 5 pm news

Foot-and-mouth disease costs the livestock sector N$13 million a day, Cape Town Airport faces delays amid taxi unrest, and Binance is hit by a record US$6.3 billion hack. Plus, the Bank of Namibia’s loan relief for farmers and the Dakar Youth Games get underway. More at futuremedianews.com.na.

30 Oct 11AM 4 min

Renowned environmentalist reiterates support for marine phosphate

Namibian Chamber of Environment CEO Dr Chris Brown has defended marine phosphate mining, saying scientific assessments found its impact on commercial fish species and spawning grounds would be insignificant. He says the seabed can recover after dredging and that strict monitoring can protect marine ecosystems. Brown argues the project offers…

30 Oct 9AM 1 min

30 October - 1 pm news

Consumer confidence hits a record low as inflation rises, a South African farmer is critically injured in the latest farm attack, and the US war in Iran costs at least US$47 billion. Also, CAF reverses its AFCON four-year cycle plan and the latest from the High Court. More at futuremedianews.com.na.

30 Oct 7AM 3 min

Consumer Confidence Index dips below 50

Consumer inflation reached 5.4 percent in September, while fuel prices rose 30 percent year-on-year. The Simonis Storm Consumer Confidence Index fell to a record low of 42.2 in the fourth quarter. The firm forecasts 2 percent economic growth this year and expects inflation to peak at 6.2 percent in March…

30 Oct 6AM 1 min

30 October-8am news

# Foot-and-Mouth Controls Hit Sheep Exports.... # Fuel prices in focus ahead of November adjustment.... # Kamwi calls for stronger community support for malaria spraying ..... # Fishrot Trial Judge No Longer Assigned to Case ......PLUS # Sovereign wealth fund surpasses half-billion-dollar milestone

30 Oct 1AM 4 min

30 October-7am news

# Sheep Marketing Drops 40% After Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak.... # Fuel prices face another crucial monthly review.... # Malaria prevention efforts gain momentum in Zambezi ..... # Fishrot Trial Still Awaits Presiding Judge...... # Welwitschia Sovereign Wealth Fund grows to N$514.6 million... PLUS # Billions in crypto move from Binance-linked wallets

30 Oct 1AM 4 min

Sovereign Wealth Fund surges

Namibia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund has surged past the half-billion-dollar mark, with government moving to table dedicated legislation that will legally protect natural resource revenues for future generations. According to the midterm budget documents, the Welwitschia Fund reached a market value of N$514.6 million Namibian dollars as of late June. That marks a 75%…

30 Oct 1AM 1 min

Kamwi applauds anti-malaria efforts, but resistance remains

Former Health Minister Dr Richard Kamwi has praised intensified indoor malaria spraying in high-risk areas. After spending three weeks supporting malaria control efforts in the Zambezi Region, he says community resistance remains a challenge, but awareness campaigns are improving acceptance of the programme. 

30 Oct 1AM 1 min

Analysts predict hold on November fuel price

The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse, last month announced a N$1.50 increase in the price of petrol, while both grades of diesel remained unchanged. Future Media News spoke to IJG Securities data analyst Ndapewa Jeremia to find out what the firm predicts for fuel prices in November.

30 Oct 12AM 1 min

29 October - Top Stories

Kavango East records more than 18,000 mental health cases in one year, South Africa prepares for any AGOA outcome, Ugandan forces arrest a man accused of murdering and eating 38 people, and European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde steps down in February 2027.

29 Oct 1PM 3 min

29 October - 5 pm news

No Ebola cases in Namibia, says the Health Ministry, oil prices fall on hopes of US-Iran peace talks, and European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde steps down in February 2027.

29 Oct 11AM 4 min