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President Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced that the Youth Development Fund will soon be launched to empower young citizens and create jobs. Speaking at Heroes Day in Katima Mulilo, she urged beneficiaries to pursue viable projects and warned against political favoritism. She reaffirmed her stance that corruption is “treason” and called for quality service delivery, while also paying tribute to the late Lt. Gen. Solomon Hawala, who will be laid to rest […]

Leonard Witbeen | August 27, 2025 Business and economics expert Josef Sheehama has raised concerns over the low participation of youth in the newly approved National Youth Fund, which has been allocated N$257 million for 2025-2026. The fund is designed to empower young entrepreneurs, reduce unemployment, and contribute to broader economic growth. He highlighted that only 187 youth have attempted to apply so far, with many struggling to prepare viable […]

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Residents of the Brakwater Camp Ndilimani, known as struggle kids, say Heroes Day no longer holds value for them. According to Josia Shigwedha, they contend that while independence came through immense sacrifice, they continue to face unemployment and poor living conditions, with little government support to change their situation.  Views: 2The post Brakwater Struggle Kids Feel Forgotten on Heroes Day first appeared on Future Media News.The post Brakwater Struggle Kids […]

The Bank of Namibia projects 3.5% GDP growth this year due to weaker manufacturing and US tariffs on diamonds. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab said gold will be accumulated to strengthen reserves, while Acting Deputy Director Naufiku Hamunime highlighted the launch of the Data Sphere platform for public access to key economic data.  Views: 2The post BoN Sees Slower Growth, Launches Data Hub  first appeared on Future Media News.The post BoN Sees […]

Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has reinforced the call for ministries to support local procurement, warning against purchasing foreign goods over domestic alternatives. He emphasised that supporting local producers drives job creation, empowerment, and economic growth.  Views: 1The post Nekundi Warns Against Import Preference. first appeared on Future Media News.The post Nekundi Warns Against Import Preference. appeared first on Future Media News.

Just two of the seven dismissed Katima Mulilo Town Councillors attended a meeting with Minister of Urban and Rural Development James Sankwasa on Wednesday. Sankwasa explained that their failure to respond to an earlier notice led to the dissolution of the council, confirmed in the 15 August Government Gazette.  Views: 1The post Sankwasa Meets Ousted Katima Councillors. first appeared on Future Media News.The post Sankwasa Meets Ousted Katima Councillors. appeared […]

Mary Shiimi, Chairperson of the Central Procurement Board, has voiced concern over persistent challenges affecting public projects. She cautioned that inefficiencies are undermining service delivery and leading to waste of public resources, Hertha Ekandjo reports for NewsOnOne.    Views: 4The post Procurement Board Chair Warns of Inefficiencies in Public Projects first appeared on Future Media News.The post Procurement Board Chair Warns of Inefficiencies in Public Projects appeared first on Future […]

Governor Dorothy Kabula of Zambezi invites citizens to the 35th Heroes’ Day event at Katima Mulilo Sports Stadium on August 26. Next week’s occasion, themed “Built on Bravery, Bound for a Prosperous Future,” commemorates those who fought for the nation’s independence.  Views: 3The post Heroes’ Day Celebrations Set for Katima Mulilo first appeared on Future Media News.The post Heroes’ Day Celebrations Set for Katima Mulilo appeared first on Future Media […]