Future Media News Bulletins
Daily bulletins from Namibia's award winning news team.
Independent, Accurate, and On-Time
Independent, Accurate, and On-Time
1 April - Top Stories
Namibia and Russia explore deeper economic ties, while heavy rains worsen road conditions in Windhoek. Plus, South Africa’s GNU faces instability, Israel expands military operations in Gaza, and Komodo National Park tops the world’s most beautiful places.
2 April - 5 pm news
Windhoek motorists struggle with road damage after heavy rains, while experts warn of AI-driven age bias in workplaces. Plus, South Africa’s ArcelorMittal delays steel mill shut down, and Indonesia’s Komodo National Park tops the list of the world's most beautiful places.
2 April - 1 pm news
Get the latest news, including President Nandi-Ndaitwah’s meeting with Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister, South Africa’s controversial VAT hike, and Israel’s expanded military operations in Gaza.
2 April-8am news
#Experts Assess Dual Executive Director System in Four Ministries.... #Pension Grant Hike Not Happening This Year.... #South Africa Announces Fuel Price Drop ..... #Congo and M23 Rebels to Hold Direct Talks in Qatar ......PLUS #US Stocks Dip Ahead of Trump's Tariff Announcement
2 April-7am news
#No Pension Grant Increase Despite Campaign Promises.... #Experts Weigh In On Dual Executive Directors in Four Ministries.... #SA Minister Says 440 Billion Rand Needed for Grid Modernization ..... #Sahel Nations to Strengthen Ties with Russia in Moscow Visit ......PLUS #Judge Blocks U.S. Plan to End Protection for Venezuelans
1 April - Top Stories
From tourism expansion to government reshuffles, plus a controversial U.S. refugee programme—here are today's top stories. Also, how India Arie’s song is reshaping beauty standards.
1 April - 5 pm news
Government reshuffles, financial growth, and global aid shifts dominate today's headlines. Plus, NASA astronauts reflect on their unexpected nine-month space mission.
1 April - 1 pm news
Tune in for the latest news, including updates on sustainable tourism in Namibia, Windhoek's noise regulation review, and Botswana's growing Eskom debt. We also cover the Trump administration's controversial refugee policy and global reactions to new tariffs.
1 April- 8am news
#Revenue Agency Warns Over N$1.7 Billion Import VAT Debt.... #Nekundi Refutes Air Namibia Return, Confirms New Airline Plans.... #Bank of Namibia Allocates Funds, Mbuende Warns on AI Risks ..... #Eskom Granted Air-Pollution Exemptions with Conditions ......PLUS #Trump administration sanctions six Chinese officials over Hong Kong crackdown
1 April-7am news
#BoN Declares N$720 Million Dividend to Government.... #N$1.7 Billion Import VAT Debt Triggers NamRA Warning.... #Minister Nekundi Denies Air Namibia Return, Announces New Airline ..... #Heavy Police Presence Stifles Protest Against Mnangagwa’s Term Extension......PLUS #Trump says he's "not joking" on seeking a third term
31 March - Top Stories
The Cabinet has approved visa exemptions for diplomatic passport holders from Germany, France, and Switzerland to strengthen bilateral relations. A Johannesburg man has been arrested for allegedly “torturing” his Muslim neighbours by braaing every single evening during Ramadan. Zimbabwean police fired tear gas at young protesters in Harare’s Robert Mugabe…
31 March - 5 pm news
Government funds cybersecurity response team. Zimbabwean police fire tear gas at protesters at Freedom Square. Norway supports SA’s sustainable development goals amid G20 criticisms. And...Global shares slide as Donald Trump's tariffs loom.
31 March - 1 pm news
Cabinet approves visa exemption for diplomatic passport holders. Health authorities increase efforts to contain measles outbreak in Uganda. US President threatens Russia with more sanctions. And...Johannesburg man arrested for torturing neighbors with daily braais during Ramadan.
31 March-8am news
#Economist Urges Improved Accountability in Education and Healthcare.... #Fuel Price Reduction Announced After Global Oil Price Drop.... #Opposition Slams 2025/26 Budget for Lack of Opportunities ..... #ActionSA Calls for Urgent Plan to Address Cancer Treatment Backlog in Gauteng ......PLUS #Israeli Airstrike Kills Eight in Gaza During Eid al-Fitr
31 March-7am news
#Opposition Criticizes 2025/26 Budget as Rushed and Lacking Vision.... #Economist Calls for Greater Accountability in Healthcare and Education.... #Fuel Prices Set to Drop on April 2..... #Another SA Diplomat Expelled from the US Amid Tensions ......PLUS #Myanmar Opens Borders for Foreign Aid After Deadly Earthquake
28 March-8am news
#Namibia Revokes Visa-Free Access for More Than 30 Nations.... #Union Demands Rethink on Labour-Justice Ministry Merger.... #25/26 Budget Sees Increase to N$106.3 Billion ..... #South African Social Security Agency Extends Postbank Card Migration Deadline to 30 April ......PLUS #Rubio Sa +ys "Someone made a big mistake"
28 March-7am news
#Finance Minister Presents N$106.3 Billion Budget for 2025/26.... #Trade Union Congress Urges Reversal of Labour-Justice Ministry Merger.... #Namibia to End Visa-Free Access for Over 30 Countries..... #AfriForum Condemns Constitutional Court’s Ruling on "Kill the Boer" Chant ......PLUS #U.S. Vice President joining Second Lady on downgraded Greenland trip to see U.S…
27 March - 1 pm news
Judge Ueitele rules on the red line case, Finance Minister Shafudah delivers the national budget, and Stats SA reports a 12.5% drop in liquidations. Plus, Bill Gates predicts AI will replace most jobs in a decade.
27 March-7am news
#Govt Earmarks N$20m for Air Namibia Revival Study.... #Heavy Rains Cause Rapid Runoff, Overflowing Rivers .... #Erongo and Western Cape Strengthen Ties Through Green Energy Partnership ..... #India, Africa to Hold First Joint Naval Drill ......PLUS #Trump announces ‘permanent’ 25% tariffs on auto imports
27 March-8am news
#Ground Saturation Triggers Flooding, Expert Warns.... #Western Cape Seeks Green Hydrogen Collaboration with Namibia.... #Air Namibia Relaunch Gains Momentum with N$20m Study ..... #Mnangagwa Tightens Grip on Power Amid Coup Fears ......PLUS #Atlantic publishes all messages in Signal chat