17 December - Top Stories

We find out whether presidential task forces are effective as experts weigh in, while South Africa faces a surge in illegal firearms, with half of the guns reportedly unlicensed. Meanwhile, Australia is set to toughen hate speech laws after the Bondi Beach attack, and financial experts advise consumers to budget…

Youth and women are leading Environmental Investment Fund projects targeting climate adaptation, while Namibia’s non-banking financial sector grows to N$528.2 billion despite rising consumer complaints. Meanwhile, South Africa’s Madlanga Commission resumes hearings next year as President Ramaphosa reviews the interim report, and Venezuela continues oil exports despite U.S. sanctions.

# Government Offers Exit Amnesty to Undocumented Migrants.... # Lion Oilfield Services is Building Local Expertise in Oil and Gas.... # Namibia Securities Exchange Wins Regional Innovation Award..... # M23 Rebels Begin Uvira Withdrawal Amid U.S. Peace Push ......PLUS # In the U.S, President Trump backs his chief of staff…

# Lion Oilfield Services Invests in Local Skills.... # NSX Honoured for Innovation in Southern Africa.... # One-Off Amnesty Announced for Undocumented Foreign Nationals ..... # Dangote Questions Nigeria Fuel Regulator Over ₦250 Billion Bridging Claims ......PLUS #Trump orders “total and complete blockade” of sanctioned oil tankers near Venezuela

Transport authorities urge fair fares and safe travel during the holidays, while South Africa mourns DJ Warras after his fatal shooting. Meanwhile, the African Development Bank approves Namibia’s $1.78 billion Country Strategy Paper, and Ousmane Dembele wins the 2025 FIFA Best Men’s Player Award.