Future Media News Bulletins
Daily bulletins from Namibia's award winning news team.
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Week in Review - 27 September
From UN reform calls to Namibia’s tourism rebound, this week saw diplomacy, debate, and recovery take center stage. Plus, peace efforts in the DRC, climate warnings, Trump controversies, Sarkozy’s conviction, and rising health risks.
26 September - Top Story
Namibia’s economy posts slower 1.6% growth as the tertiary sector drives expansion, while a study warns African cities risk climate failure. Plus, DRC and Rwanda agree to new peace measures, and the UN calls for financial justice.
26 September - 5 pm news
Namibia’s economy posts 1.6% growth in Q2 driven by the tertiary sector, while GIPF urges citizens to save beyond pensions. Plus, Cape Forum calls for dignity for Khoisan groups, and India faces U.S. pressure over oil imports.
26 September - 1 pm news
NamPower launches Africa’s first fully digital substation, a study warns African cities aren’t tackling climate change deeply enough, and the UN chief calls for a financial system overhaul. Plus, local football clubs are already gearing up for the new season.
26 September-8am news
# People’s General Eyes Windhoek Council Seat.... # NAMFISA Reports Strong Growth in Non-Bank Financial Institutions in 2024.... # In S.A, SAPS Legal Head Criticises Parliament Over Inaction..... # Russia, Ethiopia Sign Nuclear Power Deal ......PLUS #Abbas says he will work for peace and calls on Hamas to disarm
26 September-7am news
# Non-Bank Financial Sector Shows Resilience with $474 Billion in Assets.... # Amushelelo Announces Run for Windhoek Council.... # Ramaphosa: South Africa’s G20 Presidency Exceeds Expectations ..... # Madagascar Imposes Curfew After Violent Protests ......PLUS #US economy grows in second quarter
25 September - Top Stories
President Nandi-Ndaitwah makes her UN debut, calling for Africa’s stronger voice, while Kenya’s Ruto slams Security Council exclusion. The United States extends AGOA for Africa, and Errol Musk faces serious abuse allegations.
24 September - 5 pm news
Local tourism rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, Windhoek waste workers plan strike, and SA’s Ramaphosa eyes a US trade deal. Plus, China sets its first absolute emissions cut target and Namibia’s Keila de Oliveira prepares for her world para swimming debut.
25 September - 1 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah’s maiden UN speech demands action on Cuba, DRC, Western Sahara, Kenya’s Ruto on Africa and the UN, and South Africa’s R30 billion Karoo wind farm. Plus, updates on Ebola in DRC and Jimmy Kimmel’s record-breaking return to late-night TV.
24 September - Top Stories
Rising diabetes-linked cataract risks, Ramaphosa slams weaponised trade at the UN, Sahel nations quit the ICC, and Trump sparks outrage with climate denial.
24 September - 5 pm news
Tsumeb ranks among Namibia’s 10 largest towns, Ramaphosa warns the UN that global trade is being weaponised, AGOA faces a looming deadline, and India agrees to scale back Russian oil imports.
24 September - 1 pm news
Rising diabetes-linked cataract risks, South Africa’s energy project plans, Trump’s climate controversy at the UN, and more. Plus, hear about the National Paralympic team as it gears up for the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships.
From coke to cataracts: The price of modern living
What if the food on your plate today is setting you up for blindness tomorrow? In this episode, we dive into the alarming rise of Type 2 diabetes among young adults — and how it’s fueling cataracts and vision loss in Namibia and beyond. You’ll hear from award-winning ophthalmologist Dr…
23 September - Top Stories
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah tells the UN her country has closed over 81% of its gender gap, while critics slam new ambassador appointments for lacking diversity. Also in today’s news: South Africa pushes for UN Security Council reform, and the ICC charges former Philippine President Duterte with crimes against humanity.
23 September - 5 pm news
Public criticism mounts over new ambassador appointments, as South Africa pushes for UN Security Council reform at UNGA80. Also in today’s news: Uganda’s Museveni eyes another term and the ICC charges Duterte with crimes against humanity.
23 September - 1 pm news
At the 80th UN General Assembly, President Nandi-Ndaitwah said Namibia has closed 81.1 percent of its gender gap, ranking eighth globally and first in Africa. Plus, updates on Agribank’s farmers’ relief, South Africa's Ramaphosa on conservation, and Israel’s response to Palestinian state recognition.
22 September - Top Stories
Cleanergy plans a Walvis Bay ammonia pipeline, Namibia’s inflation cools, and over 20 Namibians are arrested in Angola. Plus, Canal Plus takes over MultiChoice, and a Chinese COVID-19 whistleblower receives an extended sentence.
22 September - 5 pm news
Over 20 Namibians arrested in Angola, Cleanergy plans Walvis Bay ammonia pipeline, and Canal Plus takes over MultiChoice. Plus, updates on Charlie Kirk’s widow, World Rhino Day, and green fuel developments.
22 September - 1 pm news
Inflation eases, MTC launches eSIM, and South Africa’s Road Accident Fund faces an IT scandal. Plus, updates on rising violence in Sudan and China’s COVID whistleblower sentencing.
20 September - Week in Review
Namibia rolled out its first green hydrogen project, Windhoek launched an EV station, and medicine shortages raised rights concerns. Regionally, Zambia saw a witchcraft case, South Africa faced Shell in court, and a UN report labelled Israel’s Gaza war genocide. And finally… Michelle McLean was named Global Business Woman of…