Future Media News Bulletins
Daily bulletins from Namibia's award winning news team.
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21 August-1pm news
# Oshikoto Council Warns of Scam Attempts.... # Nedbank Officially Launches Business Growth Conference... # Ramaphosa Pushes Export Diversification..... # Uganda, U.S. Strike Deal on Migrant Relocation in S.A......PLUS #India Successfully Tests Nuclear Capable Missile, with 5000KM range
21 August-8am news
# Sankwasa Meets Ousted Katima Councillors.... # Nekundi Warns Against Import Preference.... # BoN Sees Slower Growth, Launches Data Hub ..... # Rwanda-Backed Rebels Kill Scores in Eastern Congo ......PLUS # US government to paint border wall black to deter people from climbing over it.
21 August-7am news
# Nekundi Pushes for Local Procurement.... # Economic Outlook: Growth Slows, Gold Reserves Up says BoN.... # Sankwasa Explains Katima Council Dismissal ..... # Kenya Explores Yuan Conversion for $5 Billion Railway Loan ......PLUS #Some travelers now required to put up $15,000 to enter the US
20 August - Top Stories
President Nandi-Ndaitwah grants a state funeral to former Defence Chief Hawala, new research questions the impact of luxury tourism in Africa, and Israel prepares for a Gaza offensive. Plus, NUST gears up to host a global AI and technology conference in October.
20 August - 5 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah grants state funeral to former Defence Chief Hawala, US tariffs weigh on South Africa’s economy, France rebukes Netanyahu over Palestinian statehood, and NUST to host a global AI conference in October.
20 August - 1 pm news
Voter registration concludes ahead of November elections; OUTA urges South Africa’s Tourism Minister to act after CEO suspension. White House confirms Putin-Zelenskyy summit plans, and Kelly-Ann Williams wins 2025 Women’s Pool Championship.
20 August-8am news
# Shiimi Flags Waste and Delays in Public Procurement.... # NDP 6 Pillar One Critical for National Development Goals.... # Zambezi to Host 35th Heroes’ Day Celebration ..... # Diphtheria Cases Surge in Somalia Amid Vaccine Shortages......PLUS # European countries commit to continued Ukrainian support
20 August-7am news
# Swakopmund Workshop Highlights NDP 6 Priorities.... # Heroes’ Day Celebrations Set for Katima Mulilo.... # Procurement Board Chair Warns of Inefficiencies in Public Projects ..... # Dozens Feared Dead After Boat Capsizes in Nigerian State ......PLUS # US favors Budapest for Russia-Ukraine meeting
19 August - Top Stories
With the day’s top stories, I’m Tonata Kadhila — from a cyber threat warning and Namibia’s final voter registration push, to Nedbank’s Future of Business Conference and South Africa’s rand-rigging court battle. Plus, Myanmar sets December election dates amid war and criticism.
19 August - 5 pm news
Stay informed with Future Media News as we cover Namibia’s final voter registration day, the rand manipulation case back in court, and the UN’s condemnation of a deadly massacre in the DRC. Plus, Europe convenes urgent talks after Zelenskyy–Trump meetings in Washington.
19 August - 1 pm news
Namibia’s Cyber Security Incident Response Team warns of rising global cyber threats, while South Africa’s farm exports to the U.S. jump 26%. Plus, Myanmar prepares for nationwide elections in December amid criticism of fairness.
19 August-7am news
# Namibia Pushes Water Security at AU Summit.... # First-Ever Nedbank Business Conference Set for Windhoek.... # Melber Resigns from Swapo Over Values Clash ..... #Burkina Faso Expels UN Official Over Child Rights Report ......PLUS #European leaders arrive for Ukraine talks with Trump
18 August - Top Stories
The Namibian Ports Authority cancels a key Luderitz oil tender, while Namibia ratifies the ILO convention on family-friendly workplaces. Plus, South Africa raises R176bn for water projects, and Israel approves plans to seize Gaza City.
18 August - 5 pm news
Namibia ratifies an ILO convention on family-friendly workplaces, while South Africa’s court hears a deadlock over Edgar Lungu’s burial site. Plus, U.S.-India trade talks stall, and Liberty Life teams up with the Cancer Association to raise awareness for children’s cancer.
18 August - 1 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah delivers maiden speech at SADC Summit; Bank of Namibia co-hosts global summit on inclusive finance; South Africa’s unemployment crisis threatens stability. Meanwhile, Israel’s military approves plans for the seizure of Gaza City.
18 August-8am news
# Namibia Moves to Strengthen Labour Systems.... # Expert Sheehama Praises Namibia’s Trade Hosting Role.... # In S.A, GOOD Party Pushes for In-Person Cape Town Council Meeting ..... # Over 40 Missing After Boat Capsizes in Nigeria ......PLUS # In Israel, Nationwide Strike Demands Return of Gaza Hostages
18 August-7am news
# Namibia to Co-Host Commonwealth Trade Meeting as local expert weighs in.... # Cabinet Directs Labour Data Review and Global Partnerships.... # DA says South Africa’s healthcare facilities must never be used as political pawns ..... # Mali Arrests Generals and French National Over Alleged Plot......PLUS # Zelenskyy & European…
18 August-6am news
# Training Empowers Extension Workers to Support Farmers.... # Indonesia Strengthens Ties with Namibia.... # In S.A, BOSA Urges Ramaphosa to Declare Marikana Memorial Day ......PLUS # Air Canada Strike Order Delays Flight Resumption
Week in Review - 16 August
Poverty, inequality, and economic headwinds dominate local headlines, alongside updates on business deals, oil and gas prospects, and regional trade shifts. International stories cover tensions in Gaza, U.S. sanctions in the DRC, and Australia’s recognition of Palestine.