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Finance Minister Reshuffles Central Procurement Board Finance Minister Ipumbu Shiimi has made key appointments to the Central Procurement Board of Namibia, ensuring continuity and fresh leadership. Mary Ndeshihafela Shiimi and Julinda Memosa //Garus-Oas have been reappointed, with Shiimi serving as the board chairperson. Meanwhile, Brian Katjaerua has been appointed as the new deputy chairperson. These appointments aim to enhance efficiency in procurement processes and strengthen governance. South African Manufacturing Sector […]

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology is considering launching an investigation into the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation following concerns over N$5.4 million in executive bonuses and a N$1.9-million vehicle for its director general, Stanley Similo. A parliamentary report, tabled on 15 February, highlights excessive spending and calls for a forensic audit into NBC’s financial affairs.The post Govt Mulls Probe Into NBC’s Executive Bonuses and Spending first appeared on Future Media […]

  Progress in closing the gender gap in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa has almost halted, leaving millions of women at a disadvantage to men. But female role models across the continent are refusing to admit defeat, dedicating themselves to accelerating progress towards gender equality. To mark International Women’s Day on 8 March and honour its theme of “Accelerate Action”, KFC Africa has collected the stories of dozens of women […]

Trustco Bank has officially ceased operations, finalizing its voluntary closure process that began on 23 August 2024. Following extensive efforts to reimburse depositors, any unclaimed funds have been transferred to the Guardian Fund under the Master of the High Court, as directed by the Bank of Namibia. Trustco’s Deputy CEO, Quinton Van Rooyen Junior, confirmed the completion of the process. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-Quinton-Van-Rooyen-transfer.mp3  The post Trustco Bank Completes Voluntary Shutdown first appeared […]

U.S. President Donald Trump has slammed Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky for saying the end of the war with Russia is “ very, very far away.” The relationship between the two men is in tatters following a dramatic exchange of words at talks in Washington on Friday. Now, Donald Trump is warning that America’s patience is running out. Nina-Maria Potts reports: https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-Trump-slams-Zelensky-on-Truth-Social.mp3  The post Trump slams Zelenskyy on Truth Social over […]

The Federation of African Journalists and the International Federation of Journalists have condemned the growing repression of journalists in Namibia. In an online publication for yesterday, the two institutions have highlighted the case of senior journalist Jemima Beukes. According to the report, Beukes, who’s a key figure in media advocacy, has faced workplace harassment, gender discrimination, and professional retaliation from the Network Media Hub following her critical reporting on the […]

In S.A, Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya has confirmed that the National Prosecuting Authority is investigating four cases of high treason related to spreading false information. Speaking to the SABC, Lebeya refused to name the organisations. The Solidarity Movement, including AfriForum, recently sent a delegation to meet with the Trump administration. Lebeya says the NPA will decide on potential arrests: https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-LebeyaOnTreason.mp3 Meanwhile, former Public Protector Thuli Madonsela has criticised AfriForum for […]

Omulumenhu okwa lopotwa axulifa konima eshi eli kupula modjila yeshina lokolutenda noku lyatwa oshiningwanima aasho sha ningilwa popepi nokamba yetanga lopakwaita yo Osona oshondaxa komatango. Oo eli omupopiliko wopolifi moshilongo  Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi,  okwati oshiningwanima osha holoka mo  2 March, modjila yakula yeshina lo kolutenda yo pokati kOkahandja-Windhoek lunga ee   15 kilometres okudja mOkahandja moshitopolwa sha Otjozondjupa. Okwati pefimbo lo shiningwanima eshina ola hangwa molweendo okudja ko Windhoek layuka […]