News

Lawmakers are set to debate prison conditions, infrastructure development, and equitable wealth distribution. Concerns are being raised about overcrowded correctional facilities and inadequate rehabilitation programs. Infrastructure talks are focusing on improving roads and public utilities in underserved regions. MPs are also examining how national resources are distributed under the One Namibia, One Nation principle. Further discussions are shaping potential reforms in these sectors.The post Lawmakers set to debating prison conditions […]

  iSON Xperiences (www.iSONXperiences.com), a global leader in AI- driven customer experience (CX) solutions with a presence in 22 countries, has announced a strategic partnership with Aistra, an AI Adoption company, focusing on automation and transformation solutions built around its proprietary AI Agents, MicroApps, and Process Acceleration technologies.  This collaboration will enable iSON Xperiences to leverage Aistra’s advanced AI capabilities to accelerate digital transformation initiatives for their clients worldwide. The […]

The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has issued a reminder to all pensioners, children, and spousal beneficiaries to complete their Biometric Verification (proof of life) for the period ending 30 June 2025. Beneficiaries can visit their nearest GIPF office or use the GIPF mobile verification app to ensure uninterrupted benefit payments. Biometric verification is a crucial process that ensures pension payments are made to the rightful recipients. GIPF GM: Marketing […]

US President Donald Trump has granted the three main US car makers a one-month reprieve on tariffs. They were impacted when 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada goods began on Tuesday. Nick Harper reports from Washington. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-Trump-pauses-tariffs-on-big-3-US.mp3  The post Trump pauses tariffs on big 3 US automakers for one-month first appeared on Future Media News.The post Trump pauses tariffs on big 3 US automakers for one-month appeared first on Future […]

Mozambican police fired on supporters of opposition leader Venancio Mondlane during a march in Maputo on Wednesday, leaving at least 10 injured, according to Mondlane’s team and a human rights researcher in a Reuters report. A police spokesperson confirmed dispersing the crowd but provided no further details. The march took place just hours before President Daniel Chapo signed an agreement with some political parties to address ongoing protests over his […]

The Bank of Namibia has introduced a N$60 commemorative banknote to celebrate the late President Hage Geingob’s 60 years of service. One Africa TV’s Ellen Shihepo reports that the central bank governor Johannes !Gawaxab announced the notes will be in circulation within two weeks, with public awareness campaigns planned for the new note’s features. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-ELLEN-ON-GEINGOB-NOTE.wav  The post Bank of Namibia Launches N$60 Commemorative Note for Geingob first appeared on Future […]

In a Reuters report, Lesotho’s foreign minister expressed shock and insult on Wednesday over U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that “nobody has ever heard of” the African nation. Trump made the remark during his address to Congress while criticizing foreign aid spending, including $8 million allocated for LGBTQI+ programs in Lesotho. In response, the minister invited Trump to visit the country.The post Lesotho Foreign Minister Condemns Trump’s Dismissive Remark first […]

The US Supreme Court has rejected an emergency request by the Trump administration to freeze nearly 2 billion dollars in foreign aid. The order requires the government to release the funds to aid groups for work already completed. Ira Spitzer reports. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ENG-U.S-Supreme-Court-rejects-Trump.mp3  The post U.S Supreme Court rejects Trump administration request to freeze foreign aid first appeared on Future Media News.The post U.S Supreme Court rejects Trump administration request to […]

The Namibia Broadcasting Corporation’s 2017/2018 financial reports are under scrutiny in Parliament. Lawmakers have expressed concerns about financial mismanagement and inefficiencies at the state broadcaster. The recent strike by NBC workers, centered on fair wages and operational disruptions, remains a key topic. Some MPs are pushing for enhanced financial oversight to avert future issues. The ongoing debate sees government officials offering additional clarifications.The post Parliament Debates NBC Financials and Workers’ […]