18 September - 1 pm news

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.

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.

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.

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.

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