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The decision by the current Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa to end local authorities’ contracts with RedForce is being hailed as a major victory after three years of persistent advocacy, says Shaun Gariseb of the Rate Payers and Residents Committee. He urges strengthening internal debt recovery departments to ease pressure on residents. play_arrow Victory for Residents as RedForce Contracts End, Gariseb Calls for Stronger Internal Debt Recovery Leonard […]

Deputy Prime Minister Natangwe Ithete has announced upcoming nationwide consultations on the revised Minerals Bill. While speaking at the Mining Expo, he said the goal is to ensure more inclusive and modern mining legislation. He also warned that government is cracking down on inactive mineral rights holders, stressing that licences must be used productively and not hoarded. The consultations will prioritise voices from regions with active mining.  Views: 0The post […]

Anti-Corruption Commission lead investigator Oberty Inambao has alleged that former Namcor managing director Immanuel Mulunga hid the full details of a N$53 million fuel asset transaction with Enercon from the company’s board, even though he was fully aware of the deal, according to NewsOnOne’s Envaalde Matheus. The transaction is linked to a larger N$480 million corruption scandal involving several entities. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENG-ENVAALDE-ON-INAMBAO.wav   Views: 4The post Mulunga Accused of Concealing N$53m […]

Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa revealed in her State of the Region Address on Monday that the region recorded a sharp rise in malaria and tuberculosis cases during the 2024/25 financial year. Authorities investigated 8,552 presumptive TB cases, confirming 742, of which 700 were new infections or relapses. According to the Namibia Press Agency, malaria also surged, with Ohangwena reporting up to 5,000 cases between late 2024 and early 2025. […]

By: Ludorf Iyambo Eight accused were denied bail on Monday in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court in connection with suspected clothes stolen from Mr Price, valued at N$161 000. The case was postponed to 8 August for legal representation and further police investigation. Police arrested the firsts of eight suspects, Saara Shoombe on Thursday while selling the clothes at Okuryangava Stop ‘n Shop open market in Windhoek. The other seven suspects, all […]

The government has initiated a Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA) covering proposed green hydrogen developments in the southern valley of Tsau //Khaeb National Park, located in the //Kharas region. The assessment intends to evaluate potential social, environmental, and economic risks and opportunities tied to the planned projects. Reporting from Windhoek, Hertha Ekandjo explains the process ahead. play_arrow Namibia launches environmental & social study for green hydrogen Tonata Kadhila The SESA […]

UNAM main campuses in Windhoek Photo: Unam website The University of Namibia (UNAM) is preparing to establish the country’s first Department of Applied Nuclear Science, a strategic initiative aligned with the 6th National Development Plan (NDP6). The department will offer education and research opportunities in nuclear applications. UNAM spokesperson Simon Namesho said the new department will support Namibia’s broader goal of leveraging its uranium resources domestically, as well as regionally, […]

The City of Windhoek has turned down a petition calling for the unconditional cancellation of pensioner debts, because of financial stability concerns and adherence to council policy. The City’s spokesperson, Lydia Amutenya, says that any debt relief must follow the existing framework approved in 2023, which was designed to preserve service delivery while supporting vulnerable groups. play_arrow City of Windhoek declines pensioner debt write-off Tonata Kadhila To date, more than […]

Private sector credit grew by 5.7% year-on-year in June, up from 4.1% in May—the fastest pace since early 2020. Corporate credit surged 10.6%, fueled by strong activity in mining, energy, retail, and manufacturing sectors. Overdrafts jumped 17.4%, driven largely by real estate development and rising consumer demand, explained Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen. play_arrow Private Sector Credit Growth Accelerates to Pre-Pandemic Levels . Leonard Witbeen Views: 5The post Private Sector Credit […]