25 April - 1 pm news

Namcor reports a major oil discovery in Namibia’s Orange Basin, while Lesotho holds a special Mass in honour of the late Pope Francis. Global leaders gather in Rome ahead of the Pope’s funeral, and Donald Trump talks up fresh trade deals.

Namibia hosts the 7th International Energy Conference as leaders push for in-country value. A UN report highlights climate funding gaps for Indigenous communities, and Lesotho holds a special Mass for the late Pope Francis.

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The Catholic Church prepares to elect a new pope after Pope Francis’ death; President Nandi-Ndaitwah outlines national priorities in her first State of the Nation Address; Johannesburg faces severe flooding; and AI could cure major diseases by 2035, says Google DeepMind CEO. More at futuremedianews.com.na.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah delivers her first State of the Nation Address; the Okahandja mayor urges a protest delay to protect investor confidence; African cardinals emerge as papal frontrunners; Johannesburg faces severe flooding; and the U.S. criticizes EU fines on Apple and Meta. More at futuremedianews.com.na.