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Finance Ministry Explores Innovative Approaches to Social Welfare

The Ministry of Finance is exploring new ways to support vulnerable households beyond traditional cash grants, Finance Executive Director Dr. Michael Humavindu has revealed. The social welfare program currently supports pensioners, children, foster families, people with disabilities, and poorer households through grants, including a $690 per month conditional basic income grant. However, a recent reclassification by the World Bank showed that the poverty rate has risen from 18% to 22% […]

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Government to hold regional outreach on upstream local content policy

Starting 1 September , the Petroleum Upstream Unit will engage stakeholders on the draft National Upstream Local Content Policy. Carlo McLeod, Presidential Special Advisor, says the program aims to guarantee that local citizens benefit from the oil and gas sector.  Views: 1The post Government to hold regional outreach on upstream local content policy first appeared on Future Media News.The post Government to hold regional outreach on upstream local content policy […]

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NamPost clarifies rollout of National Social Welfare Cash Grant

NamPost has moved to clear up uncertainties surrounding the National Social Welfare Cash Grant payments, set to begin in October. The payments will be distributed through NamPost post offices and mobile teams nationwide, according to spokesperson Gladwin Groenwaldt.  Views: 1The post NamPost clarifies rollout of National Social Welfare Cash Grant first appeared on Future Media News.The post NamPost clarifies rollout of National Social Welfare Cash Grant appeared first on Future […]

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Abandoned border post housing project leaves materials exposed for three years

Building materials meant for nine prefabricated houses at the Trans-Kalahari and Mamuno border post have remained exposed for three years after the contractor abandoned the project. According to NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha, the National Council standing committee on home affairs, security, constitutional and legal affairs revealed this during follow-up visits to border posts.  Views: 1The post Abandoned border post housing project leaves materials exposed for three years first appeared on Future […]

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Ensuring African viewers get the content they need (By Tracy-Ann van Rooyen)

By Tracy-Ann van Rooyen, Executive Head of Content, Showmax.  Content users today are living in a multi-platform world, constantly accessing information, entertainment and communication. The content they access shapes their worldview, and to a large extent, their perception of reality. The strategies that content providers consider starts with a deep understanding of who their audiences are and what they need. It’s not enough to simply entertain—we must deliver content that truly reflects […]

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Interview: Expert warns youth are missing out on N$257 million National Youth Fund

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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Nandi-Ndaitwah Pushes Youth Fund, Slams Corruption

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 […]

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Brakwater Struggle Kids Feel Forgotten on Heroes Day

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 […]

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Youth lag in tapping N$257 million fund, warns Sheehama 

Youth Participation, National Youth Fund, Youth Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Job Creation, Economic Growth, Business Skills, Mentorship, Youth Engagement, Startups, Financial Literacy, Business Planning, Young Entrepreneurs, Collateral-Free Loan, Youth Opportunities, Skill Development, Innovation, Youth Challenges, Civic Engagement, Future Leaders Views: 2The post Youth lag in tapping N$257 million fund, warns Sheehama  first appeared on Future Media News.The post Youth lag in tapping N$257 million fund, warns Sheehama  appeared first on Future Media […]

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