Future Media News Bulletins
Daily bulletins from Namibia's award winning news team.
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Independent, Accurate, and On-Time
8 April-7am news
#Windhoek Battles Rising Cable Theft Crisis.... #Education Minister Calls for Caution as Flood Risks Persist.... #Accreditation Concerns Spark Outcry at Atlantic Training Institute..... #Ramaphosa Defends South Africa’s Budget as Tool for Growth and Equality ......PLUS #Trump threatens additional 50% tariff on China
7 April - Top Stories
Today on World Health Day, we focus on building a health-first workplace culture. Plus, pension grant delays spark public mistrust, Ramaphosa responds to business influence, and a war crimes complaint is filed against British ex-soldiers.
7 April - 5 pm news
Delayed pension grant increase, calls for policy inclusion at the Africa Children's Summit, and trade disruptions due to US tariffs.
7 April - 1 pm news
The Ministry of Education confirms that government school hostels have enough food despite delays in the food tender process. The ANC's National Working Committee meets to discuss the future of the government of national unity amidst tensions with the DA. Zimbabwe's President Mnangagwa suspends tariffs on U.S. goods to improve…
7 April-8am news
#Windhoek Allocates N$15 Million for Pothole Repairs.... #Speaker of Parliament Calls for Unity, Sheehama Pushes for SOE Change.... #Nandi-Ndaitwah Commits to Unemployment Solutions Through Resource Beneficiation ..... #S.A's Ramaphosa Discusses VAT Increase ......PLUS #Fed Chair warns of “persistent” inflation from Trump’s tariffs
7 April-7am news
#Kuugongelwa-Amadhila Advocates Unity, Sheehama Calls for SOE Reform.... #President Nandi-Ndaitwah Reaffirms Government's Focus on Unemployment Solutions.... #City of Windhoek to Spend N$15 Million on Pothole Fixes ..... #In S.A, Ramaphosa Asserts Business Won’t Dictate Political Path ......PLUS #US Protests Erupt Over Trump’s Federal Workforce Cuts
4 April-9am news
#By-election Prep Underway in Kabbe South ... #IPC Unveils Shadow Cabinet for 2025–2030 ... #South Africa Won’t Retaliate Over New U.S. Tariffs ...PLUS #Seven Asian nations gather in Bangkok for BIMSTEC summit
4 April - Top Stories
Namibia’s Home Affairs Ministry reports N$25.48 million in visa revenue, while NATIS moves learner license bookings online. Plus, the U.S. slaps a 50% tariff on Lesotho, and South Africa pushes TikTok to pay African content creators fairly.
4 April - 5 pm news
Project Hope Namibia shuts down operations, while NATIS introduces online learner license bookings. Plus, the DRC and U.S. explore a minerals-for-security deal, and Israel kills a Hamas commander in Lebanon.
4 April - 1 pm news
Home Affairs generates N$25.48 million from e-visa fees, while the debate over the relaunch of Air Namibia intensifies. We also discuss the impact of US tariffs on South Africa and Lesotho, plus the latest on Israel’s aerial bombardment in Gaza.
4 April-8am news
#Bank of Namibia Advocates for Agile Regulatory Framework to Support Innovation.... #Trade Deficit Narrows as Exports and Imports Decline.... #Sampofu Blames Malaria Deaths on Negligence in Zambezi Healthcare ..... #S.A's UDM Rejects Claims of Supporting VAT Hike......PLUS #Trump Administration defends tariffs amid market turmoil
4 April-7am news
#Trade Deficit Stands at N$2 Billion in February.... #Bank of Namibia Highlights Importance of Smart Regulation for Economic Growth.... #Zambezi Governor Criticizes Malaria Response Amid Rising Cases..... #In South Africa, ActionSA Recognizes ANC’s Push for Parliamentary Reforms......PLUS #US stocks crater on fears Trump tariffs could trigger recession
3 April - Top Stories
The government allocates N$20 million for a feasibility study to revive Air Namibia, with plans to relaunch by 2026. Namibia’s trade deficit improves, and US tariffs are set to impact exports, with economist Salomo Hei weighing in on the global trade effects. Plus, South Africa issues a heat advisory, and…
3 April - 5 pm news
Economist Salomo Heii warns of the economic impact of US tariffs, Africa's Children’s Summit kicks off in Johannesburg, and experts highlight the ongoing decline in Arctic sea ice. Plus, Uganda faces a refugee crisis as donor support ends.
Can Namibia’s airline make a comeback?
Dr. Leake Hangala, Chairperson of the Namibia Airports Company, talks about the government’s plan to bring back a national carrier. He explains why it matters for the economy, travel, and the country’s future.
Trade Wars - Namibia caught in the crossfire
The U.S. has slapped a 21% tariff on Namibian exports as part of President Trump’s sweeping new trade measures affecting over 180 countries. Economist Salomo Heii warns of the negative impact on global trade and suggests Namibia should strengthen African free trade agreements to reduce reliance on major economies like…
3 April - 1 pm news
Namibia faces a 21% tariff on exports to the U.S., while the government allocates N$20m for a study on reviving Air Namibia. Plus, Britain introduces new travel permit requirements for Europeans.
3 April-8am news
#||Kharas Governor Pushes for Progress on Neckartal Irrigation Scheme.... #Corporate Demand Fuels Credit Recovery Despite Household Slowdown.... #Schlettwein Blames Poor Management for Meatco's Financial Woes..... #In S.A, Free State Authorities Urge Vigilance Amid Growing African Armyworm Outbreak ......PLUS #Trump predicts "complaints" about his tariffs plan
3 April-7am news
#Credit Growth Slows as Corporate Demand Drives Recovery.... #Calle Schlettwein says Meatco continues to suffer from poor management.... #Former Minister Updates on Neckartal Dam’s Irrigation Scheme..... #In S.A, DA Slams ActionSA and IFP for Backing ANC’s Budget ......PLUS #Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs on Imports
1 April - Top Stories
Namibia and Russia explore deeper economic ties, while heavy rains worsen road conditions in Windhoek. Plus, South Africa’s GNU faces instability, Israel expands military operations in Gaza, and Komodo National Park tops the world’s most beautiful places.