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By: Ellen Shihepo The Bank of Namibia has launched the N$60 commemorative banknote in honour of late President Hage Geingob’s 60 years of service to the Namibian nation. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab announced at the launch today that the new notes will be issued after two weeks, a period dedicated to awareness campaigns on the security features and fixtures of the new commemorative notes. He said the notes would serve as […]

  Network International (Network) (https://www.Network.ae/), a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), in partnership with Airtel Money, the dedicated mobile money platform for Airtel Africa, has begun the rollout of digital payment solutions across key African markets, starting with Uganda. More activations are scheduled for the rest of Africa and Francophone countries in 2025.  As part of this collaboration, Network will provide expertise and […]

In my life, I have seen Namibia change time and again. I can remember when the liberation struggle brought freedom. As a young teen, I didn’t grasp the true magnitude of this change completely. The recent passing of our Founding Father, Dr. Sam Nujoma, gives one a moment to pause and reflect. A feeling of sadness is the initial and overwhelming feeling; however, as I looked and relived moments in […]

  Tribute Portfolio – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s (www.Marriott.com) growing collection of characterful, independent hotels – welcomes its first safari lodge with the launch of Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Karatu, Tanzania. Set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a protected territory in Tanzania’s Arusha region and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this property seamlessly combines modern comfort with an authentic connection to the […]

An eight year old’s petition in India’s Supreme Court could lead to a re-evaluation of the country’s environment protection laws. The Apex court has sent notices to eight federal ministries accusing them of not working together to battle what it called an existential global predicament. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-Indias-Top-Court-Issues-Notice-To-Ministries.mp3 EThe post India’s Top Court Issues Notice To Ministries Over Climate Change first appeared on Future […]

Learners at Ekoka Combined School in the Ohangwena region are celebrating after receiving school uniforms, sports gear, and sanitary pads worth N$16,000. The donation was made by Omulunga Radio and PEP Stores. This report is compiled by One Africa TV NewsOnOne’s Eric Mhunduru https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-ERIC-ON-EKOKA-DONATION.wav Last night’s bulletin is now on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7 you are free to watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284, or stream it live […]

In S.A, the DA says the weak 0.6-percent gross domestic product growth rate in the fourth quarter of 2024 is a warning sign that unless urgent action is taken, the country will continue to slide deeper into economic decline. Statistics South Africa attributed the growth to, among others, an increase of 17.2-percent in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing industries. The DA’s, Mark Burke, says the economy is clearly in crisis, […]

Parliamentarian Elma Dienda has called for key reforms to the Ombudsman Bill to enhance accountability and justice. She emphasized the need for greater independence in the appointment process to prevent political influence. Dienda also urged for expanded oversight powers, particularly in cases of police misconduct and corruption. She highlighted the importance of increasing resources to improve investigations and public outreach. Additionally, she advocated for better representation of marginalized groups within […]