Future Media News Bulletins
Daily bulletins from Namibia's award winning news team.
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Independent, Accurate, and On-Time
25 March - Top Stories
President Nandi-Ndaitwah sets strict performance targets for ministers, while legal expert Sisa Namandje clarifies citizenship rules amid debate over Esperance Luvindao’s appointment. Plus, Africa’s Children’s Summit, Kenya’s push for a shipping carbon levy, and a major US security blunder—catch the top stories now.
25 March - 5 pm news
Sisa Namandje addresses citizenship concerns over the Health Minister’s appointment, while the Deputy Prime Minister discusses solar power growth and financing. Plus, Kenya backs a shipping carbon levy, and South Africa’s Institute of Race Relations calls for a decisive position on race laws.
25 March - 1 pm news
President Nandi-Ndaitwah sets agenda at first Cabinet meeting. Jacob Zuma wants the charges against him dropped. Mozambique leaders agree to end deadly election unrest. And...White House confirms Houthi Signal group chat.
25 March-8am news
#Nandi-Ndaitwah Stresses Confidence in New Cabinet.... #Mental Health Crisis: Depression on the Rise.... #Key Pre-Budget Discussion on Namibia's Economic Future ..... #Angola Ends Mediation Role in DRC Conflict ......PLUS #High-stakes elections in April for Canada, as it faces sovereignty threats from U.S
25 March-7am news
#Rising Depression Cases Amid Limited Mental Health Support.... #Pre-Budget Discussion Focuses on Growth and Social Upliftment.... #President Nandi-Ndaitwah Confident in New Team ..... #S.A's Lamola Meets Former Ambassador Rasool After US Expulsion ......PLUS #Hegseth Denies Sharing War Plans in Accidental Group Chat
24 March - Top Stories
Stay informed with the day’s top stories. From World Tuberculosis Day to Namibia’s new Cabinet and global solidarity for South Africa, we cover the key developments shaping the news.
24 March - 5 pm news
National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology hosts IP Audit Methodology workshop. Roads Authority gives update on Windhoek-Rehoboth bridge. Over 100 MPs call on US President Donald Trump to reverse aid suspension. And...Heathrow Airport's blackout impacts tourism.
24 March - 1 pm news
Oil and gas oversight moves to Presidency as, President Nand- Ndaitwah streamlines Cabinet. Tuberculosis fight at risk due to funding shortages. 150,000 Killed in Sudan’s ongoing conflict. And...2024 was the deadliest year on record for migrants.
24 March-8am news
#Government Targets Mid-Year Completion for Oil and Gas Content Policy.... #Cabinet Shake-Up Sees Key Ministers Ousted.... #New Administration to Build on Geingob and Mbumba’s Legacy ..... #In S.A, MK Party Slams Unity Government for Omitting Zuma at Namibia Presidential Inauguration ......PLUS #Canadian Prime Minister Calls Snap Election Amid U.S. Trade…
24 March-7am news
#New Administration to Uphold Geingob and Mbumba’s Legacy .... #Government to Finalise Oil and Gas Content Policy by Mid-Year.... #Top Ministers Dropped from Nandi-Ndaitwah’s New Cabinet..... #US Cuts Billions in HIV and TB Research Grants to South African Universities ......PLUS #Germany to Boost Military Under Likely Chancellor Merz
20 March - Top Stories
Namibia’s new administration takes office next week, with new parliamentarians sworn in and Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila appointed as Speaker of Parliament. The country marks its 35th Independence Day, as State House Press Secretary Dr. Alfredo Hengari discusses challenges facing the new government. A weather warning has been issued for 15–21 March,…
20 march - 5 pm news
New Parliamentarians were sworn in ahead of Nandi-Ndaitwah administration. Outgoing State House Press Secretary reflects on transition to new leadership. Foreign investors sell South African bonds amid strained US ties. And...United Kingdom to decide on lifting Pakistan Airlines ban this Thursday.
20 March - 1 pm news
Authorities prepare for storm impact in Khomas and other regions. MVA Fund urges caution amid heavy rains. South Africa reports three new mpox cases in Gauteng. And...Finland remains the happiest country while Namibia ranks 106th in global happiness report.
20 March-8am news
#Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Inauguration to Draw Global Leaders.... #Workshop Boosts Efforts to Tackle Money Laundering.... #NAMFISA CEO Talks On Challenges in Regulation ..... #Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Nigeria’s Rivers State ......PLUS #French researched barred entry into US over personal opinions of Trump
20 March-7am news
#NAMFISA CEO Matomola Says Balancing Oversight and Growth a Key Challenge.... #Authorities Strengthen Fight Against Financial Crime.... #World Leaders to Attend Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Historic Inauguration ..... # Zimbabwean war veteran calls for nationwide protests on 31 March ......PLUS #Trump says call with Zelensky "very good"
19 March - Top Stories
Parliament approves a report on tackling youth unemployment, while the Namibia Airports Company urges early travel planning for Independence Day events. We also cover a new ceasefire agreement between DRC and Rwanda, calls for a protest in Zimbabwe, and skepticism in Germany over Putin's pledge. Stay tuned for more updates.
19 March - 5 pm news
Next Capital acquires N$ 297 Million in Trustco debt. South Africa’s consumer inflation holds steady at 3.2 percent. Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa accused of corruption. And...Stranded NASA astronauts return safely.
19 March - 1 pm news
Parliament approves youth unemployment report. Namibia launches Africa’s first Bloomberg finance lab. DRC and Rwanda Presidents agree to ceasefire. And...413 Killed in Israeli airstrikes as ceasefire ends.
19 March-8am news
#NaCC Says NamPower, Telecom, and MTC Abused Market Dominance.... #Outgoing MPs Hail 7th Parliament’s Legislative Work.... #NAMCOR Denies Misconduct Claims Over Employee Resignations ..... #In South Africa, DA Blames E-Toll Debt for Gauteng Budget Pressure ......PLUS #Putin agrees to pause attacks on Ukrainian energy sites