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Future Media News
"Future Media News is Namibia’s leading news brand. Established in 2019, Future Media News strives to be independent, accurate and on time. Each bulletin and all segments produced by Future Media News are guided by the ethical guidelines of the Editors Forum of Namibia and the Media Ombudsman, as set out in the Code of Ethics and Conduct for Namibian Print, Broadcast and Online Media. Future Media News focuses on national, regional and international news stories. Bringing listeners, a balanced…
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Climate funding push ahead of COP31 summit
The Ministry of Environment has confirmed Namibia’s delegation for the upcoming UN Climate Change Summit, COP31, taking place in Antalya, Turkey from 9 to 20…
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Farmers warned against free-roaming livestock.
The Ministry of Agriculture is urging farmers to prevent livestock from roaming freely along public roads and in open spaces. Farmers are reminded to keep…
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South Africa's African National Congress reflects on election performance and declining public confidence
South Africa's ANC is undertaking a deep reflection as it analyses its election performance and the concerns raised by its traditional supporters. Speaking at…
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Hot conditions and possible thunderstorms expected over the weekend
Namibia is expected to experience partly cloudy and hot to very hot conditions, particularly over the central and northern parts of the country. Cooler…
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Motor Vehicle Accident Fund Urges Motorists to Exercise Caution Over Festive Season
With the festive season drawing near, the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund has issued an appeal to all road users across the country to prioritise safety, obey…
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Democratic Alliance Calls for Political Unity After South Africa Local Elections
In S.A, DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis is hopeful about South Africa’s future, while calling on political party leaders to put aside their differences and…
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Could lifting FMD restrictions bring relief at the supermarket till?
Following the announcement of Chief Veterinary Officer, Kenneth Shoombe, that foot-and-mouth disease restrictions could be lifted this month if the outbreak…
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Transport Minister remains tight-lipped on allegations against TransNamib executives
Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has confirmed that serious allegations have been levelled against suspended TransNamib CEO Desmond van Jaarsveld and…
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CRAN Tech Challenge Returns With N$150,000 in Prize
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has launched the second edition of its Cran Tech Challenge, inviting local innovators to submit…
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French Prime Minister to Meet Unions After Mass Protests
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced he will convene a meeting with employers and trade unions on Monday, after more than six hundred thousand…
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Melania Trump hopes Oleshky ceasefire can pave way for peace
US First Lady Melania Trump is calling for the temporary ceasefire in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky to become a starting point for lasting peace between Russia…
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Hamilton and Leclerc yet to discuss Ferrari collision
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton of Britain says a much-needed meeting between himself and Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc of Monaco is…
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White House denies reports of Rubio's possible departure
Reports have emerged that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is considering resigning from the Trump administration to prepare a run for the 2028 Republican…
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Nortjé backs Moerat ahead of Springboks' Italy Test
Springbok lock Ruan Nortjé has thrown his full support behind Salmaan Moerat ahead of the Nations Championship Test against Italy in Turin tomorrow. The former…
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African experts meet in Windhoek to fight wildlife crime
The 11th Annual Meeting of the African Wildlife Forensics Network brought together local and international experts in Windhoek to strengthen efforts against…
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Barbados PM sounds alarm on worsening humanitarian crisis in Cuba
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has warned of a growing humanitarian crisis in Cuba, saying the country's immediate needs must take priority over political…
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BOSA's Maimane open to coalition talks after local elections
Build One South Africa says the electorate was understandably cautious about placing its trust in a party without an established local government track record…
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Russell Brand convicted of rape and sexual assault
British actor, comedian and media personality Russell Brand has been found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. The 51-year-old had…
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Chinese experts to inspect local grape farms
China’s Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, says the two countries are strengthening cooperation in trade, agriculture, infrastructure and education. China is…
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South African police remain on alert after elections
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure says law enforcement agencies remain on alert as the Electoral Commission continues its work of…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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29 October - 1 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah looks to Russia for investment and industrialisation, South Africa prepares for any AGOA outcome, and Prime Minister Netanyahu alleges…
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FMD job losses are invariable - expert
The Food and Allied Workers Union plans to petition Beefcor management over proposed retrenchments affecting 393 workers at its Okahandja operation. Meanwhile…
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Happy birthday, Madam President!
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is celebrating her 74th birthday today, with warm wishes and birthday cheer marking the special occasion. As the Head of State…
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29 October-8am news
# Foot-and-Mouth Disease Puts Hundreds of Beef Industry Jobs at Risk.... # Taxpayers Urged to Meet Saturday’s Filing Deadline.... # S.A. Keeps Brazilian…
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29 October-7am news
# Beefcor Faces Union Pressure Over Planned Job Cuts.... # NamRA Rules Out Further Tax Filing Extensions.... # S.A. Election Results Centre Declared Ready…
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28 October - Top Stories
President Nandi-Ndaitwah is in Moscow for the Russia-Africa Summit, and the Agriculture Ministry gives its latest foot-and-mouth update. Also: Tanzania’s Tundu…
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28 October - 5 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah attends the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow. Also: the UN reports a rising toll of conflict on women and girls, Tehran talks could…
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28 October - 1 pm news
The Bank of Namibia raises the repo rate to 7% as inflation climbs to 5.4%, and FMD stays confined to two areas as vaccination passes 61,000 cattle. WHO…
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22 October-7am news
# Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah to Present Mid-Term Budget Review.... #National Accounting Summit Examines Trust, Accountability and Investment…
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22 October-8am news
#Mid-Term Review to Assess Government Spending.... #Accounting Summit Brings Experts Together to Shape Economic Growth and Sustainability.... # Temporary Fuel…
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21 October - 1 pm news
The IPPR weighs in on the Petroleum Amendment Bill, and rising food prices put pressure on Namibian households. Plus, Ramaphosa heads to Silicon Valley for AI…
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21 October-7am news
# Nandi-Ndaitwah Concludes Angola Visit.... # National Union of Namibian Workers Secretary-General Condemns Alleged Racism Against Workers and Calls for Firm…
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21 October-8am news
# President Pushes for Stronger Angola Economic Ties.... # National Assembly Passes Petroleum Amendment Bill Despite Opposition Resistance.... # Union Leader…
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20 October - 1 pm news
A new Cirrus report finds 70% of Namibians cannot afford home loans, and Thabo Mbeki dismisses allegations of secret meetings with apartheid-era generals as a…
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20 October-8am news
# Meat Prices May Ease as Supply Improves.... # Vehicle Sales Reach Strongest Level Since 2016.... # Ramaphosa Calls for Protection of South Africa’s Press…
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20 October-7am news
# More Local Meat Could Bring Prices Down.... # September Vehicle Sales Gain Momentum... # Mbeki Says One Change Could Have Altered South Africa’s Settlement…
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19 October - 1 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah is in Angola for the first Bi-National Commission, and Kenyan preacher Paul Mackenzie awaits a verdict in the Shakahola mass deaths…
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19 October-8am news
# Former First Lady dies at 78 As Former prime Minister Pays tribute.... #//Kharas tightens meat and livestock controls amid disease outbreak.... # In South…
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19 October-7am news
# Former Prime Minister Nahas Angula pays tribute to Penny Pohamba.... #//Kharas bans farm slaughter for commercial sale amid foot-and-mouth outbreak.... #…
Future Media NewsWeek in Review - 17 October 2026
Foot-and-mouth disease dominates the week, with meat prices rising, beef exports in doubt and, separately, a hand, foot and mouth outbreak at a Karasburg…
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16 October - 5 pm news
130 MSC Cruises jobs are still open to Namibians, Agra Auctions hosts a live webinar on the FMD outbreak, and the UN warns of global food waste as 645 million…
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1 pm news - 16 October
Judgment is due in a multi-million-dollar negligence case against the Health Ministry over Windhoek Central Hospital, and the IPPR questions whether new…
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16 October-8am news
# Okahandja Families Reject Suspect’s Apology as DNA Links Him to Double Murders... # Electricity Forum Targets Innovation, Investment and Stronger Industry…
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16 October-7am news
# Families Reject Suspect’s Apology in Okahandja Murders.... # Experts Urge Research Before Cloud Seeding.... # Electricity Stakeholders Push Digital…
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15 October-7am news
# Swakopmund Man Accused of Setting Dog on Police Officer.... # Meatco UK Business Earns Strong Rating.... # Namibia Ranks Third in Africa’s Financial Markets…
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15 October-8am news
# Meatco Rated Strong Despite Export Challenges.... # Namibia Among Africa’s Top Financial Markets.... # South Africa Faces Further Fuel Price Hikes..... #…
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13 October-8am news
# Hunters Urged to Honour Bookings Despite Foot-and-Mouth Disease Concerns.... # Five Appointed to Land Tribunal.... # South Africa’s RISE Mzansi Calls for…
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13 october-7am news
# Land Tribunal Ready to Hear Pending Cases.... # Hunting Operators Urged to Stay the Course Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak... # South Africa’s GOOD…