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Men account for 82 percent of suicide cases, with 360 out of 437 reported between July 2024 and May 2025. Envaalde Matheus for NewsOnOne reports that women made up 65 cases, while 12 involved children. Clinical psychologist Gisela Kalipi says the high rate among men is linked to economic strain, mental health challenges, and social pressures. The post Men Dominate Suicide Statistics according to expert first appeared on Future Media News.The […]

Today, Mariental hosts a mass memorial service for those who lost their lives in the tragic head-on collision. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to attend, the Presidency confirms. Police Inspector-General Joseph Shikongo says investigations continue, as stated by Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security spokesperson Margaret Kalo.   b The post Mariental Holds Memorial for Crash Victim first appeared on Future Media News.The post Mariental Holds Memorial for Crash […]

The Statistics Agency has released 14 regional reports from the 2023 Population and Housing Census, providing detailed data on demographics, social conditions, and the economy at constituency level. NSA spokesperson Mirjam Shihepo says the reports will help government, local authorities, and development partners plan more effectively.  The post New Census Reports Reveal Population Imbalance. first appeared on Future Media News.The post New Census Reports Reveal Population Imbalance. appeared first on […]

By: Ludorf Iyambo  Police officers are appealing for the establishment of courtrooms next to police stations to reduce the inmates overloading issue, in police vans.  An officer, who spoke to NewsOnOne on condition of anonymity, gave a scenario of more than 30 inmates, who are transported daily over an 80km from Omuthiya to Ondangwa and 100km between Oshivelo and Tsumeb. The officer added that the Omuthiya holding cells currently houses more than 600 inmates, many […]

The Mariental road accident involving Namibian Correctional Service and Police vehicles has claimed 16 lives, including police and correctional services officials. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Minister Lucia Iipumbu extended condolences and called on the public to stop sharing graphic images from the scene. The Correctional Service has suspended all visitations to the Hardap Correctional Facility until further notice as investigations continue. Authorities say support services are being provided to the […]

Global oil prices and currency fluctuations are driving the latest fuel price review, says energy ministry spokesperson Anna Salkeus. The adjustments aim to ease the burden on consumers, while safeguarding the fuel supply chain from potential disruptions. The ministry is working to protect citizens from even steeper increases.  Views: 6The post Fuel Prices Adjusted Amid Global Shifts first appeared on Future Media News.The post Fuel Prices Adjusted Amid Global Shifts […]

youth entrepreneurship, business funding, national youth fund, startup support, young entrepreneurs, business guidance, financial planning, AI tools, business consultants, application support, youth empowerment, entrepreneurship tips, funding opportunities, business mentorship, small business growth Views: 4The post Confusion Blocks Youth Fund Applications first appeared on Future Media News.The post Confusion Blocks Youth Fund Applications appeared first on Future Media News.

Frans Koita, founder of DKL Africa Consultations CC, has emerged as a key mentor for young entrepreneurs navigating the often-confusing world of business. In a recent interview with Future Media, Koita shared his perspective on the National Youth Development Fund, a government initiative aimed at allocating N$257 million to viable youth-led businesses. Koita highlighted a persistent challenge: the majority of youth lack basic business knowledge. “Less than five percent of […]

The Namibian newspaper celebrates its 40th anniversary today. Since its founding in 1985, the paper has grown into the largest daily, known for independent and fearless reporting. Over four decades, it has documented the nation’s political, social, and economic developments while training generations of journalists. Our Angie Scholtz  spoke with Editor-in-chief Tangeni Amupadhi:  Views: 5The post The Namibian Marks 40 Years of Journalism first appeared on Future Media News.The post […]

The Business and Intellectual Property Authority has confirmed that starting today, 1 000 companies will be de-registered. A total of 137 thousand companies are targeted, with at least 1 000 or more expected to be removed from the registry each month, according to NewsOnOne’s Hertha Ekandjo.  Views: 4The post BIPA Begins Mass Deregistration of Companies  first appeared on Future Media News.The post BIPA Begins Mass Deregistration of Companies  appeared first […]