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Economic growth slowed to 2.7% in the first quarter of 2025, compared to 4.8% a year ago, the central bank’s Quarterly Bulletin shows. Sandra Garises, Principal Communications Team Leader, says softer growth was due to weaker farming output and uneven performance in mining and manufacturing. Despite this, the services sector held firm, inflation edged up to 3.7%, and foreign reserves declined amid rising outflows for oil exploration in the Orange […]

Human Resources expert Tuuda Haitula is urging students to choose their courses wisely and not just rush for free tertiary education slots. Haitula says career choices should match students’ strengths and the needs of the local workforce, highlighting critical areas like STEM, healthcare, and education.    play_arrow Expert Urges Students to Pick Courses Wisely Leonard Witbeen The post Expert Urges Students to Pick Courses Wisely first appeared on Future Media […]

Namibia has formally commenced trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) during a ceremony at the Walvis Bay Salt Warehouse. Hosted by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, the event celebrated the shipment of Namibia’s first consignment—salt—as it joins the continental initiative designed to liberalize trade among 54 nations. Executive Director Penda Naanda underscored the importance of the appointment, stating, “This marks the beginning of Namibia’s active […]

The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) today urged all salaried individuals and pensioners to submit their tax returns by the end of the day, warning that no deadline extension will be granted. According to NamRA’s Manager for Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagements, Tonateni Shidhudhu, taxpayers can use the online portal or visit local offices for assistance. Filings submitted after the deadline may incur penalties and interest charges. NamRA has been running a […]

Namibia Qualifications Authority More than 3,000 Grade 9, 11, and 12 learners in the Khomas Region are expected to attend a three-day career guidance fair hosted by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA), Khomas Regional Council, and #BeFree Youth Campus from 16 to 18 July at the Sam Nujoma Stadium. Themed “Future Ready: Charting Paths to Success and Opportunity,” the initiative provides credible, accurate information on further education, TVET, and accredited institutions […]

Professor Anicia Peters The CEO of the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), Professor Anicia Peters, presented the country’s Artificial Intelligence Readiness Assessment (AI RAM) report at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI held from 24–27 June 2025 in Bangkok. The forum brought together international stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, and civil society, to discuss the implementation of UNESCO’s 2021 Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial […]

  Human resource specialist Tuuda Haitula has urged Namibian students and parents to look beyond the excitement of free tertiary education and instead focus on careful planning, career guidance, and passion-driven study choices to prepare the country’s youth for a rapidly evolving job market. Speaking to our newsroom, Haitula welcomed government’s pledge for free tertiary education but cautioned that it must be implemented thoughtfully to avoid straining institutions and missing […]

Shaun Gariseb, a social justice activist, questions the fairness of the National Youth Service’s candidate selection, accusing the process of being manipulated by excluding constituency offices. He highlights that some listed candidates may not be from the constituencies they represent. Gariseb is calling for urgent clarity and a probe into the matter. NYS spokesperson Belinda Hamburee was approached for comment. https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ENG-BELINDA-ON-NYS.wav The post Activist Demands Investigation Into National Youth Service […]

The National Youth Service (NYS) has firmly rejected allegations circulating on social media that its recent 16th intake selection process was manipulated to favour certain individuals. Speaking to our newsroom, NYS Public Relations Officer Belinda Hamburee assured the public that the recruitment was conducted fairly and in line with the institution’s inclusive national mandate. Hamburee explained that the NYS received an unprecedented 11,000 applications for this intake — the highest […]

The Independent Patriots for Change convened their National Executive Committee to reflect on their five-year journey and the outcomes of last year’s elections. According to spokesperson Imms Nashinge, the meeting also addressed legal challenges and is paving the way for a strategic approach to the upcoming local elections and party constitutional amendments aimed at long-term growth.  https://futuremedianews.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ENG-IPC-ON-EXECUTIVE-COMM.wavThe post Independent Patriots for Change Exec Reflects on Five Years and Plans Ahead […]