25 April - 5 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.

From a major oil discovery in the Orange Basin to growing tensions in Okahandja and a VAT reversal in South Africa — plus final tributes for Pope Francis. Stay informed with Future Media News — independent, accurate, and on time.

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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.