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Port of Walvis Bay   The trade sector swung dramatically into positive territory in May, posting a surplus of N$121 million, the first surplus in nearly five years and a strong reversal from April’s N$1.8 billion deficit. Simonis Storm Economist Almandro Jansen attributes this turnaround to a sharp rebound in mining exports coupled with subdued fuel imports, a combo he says indicates increasing stability in the country’s external trade.  play_arrow […]

  KAVANGO EAST — Dorthea Nangolo, President of the National Students Organisation (NANSO), says this year’s 41st anniversary celebrations offered a critical moment for the student movement to reflect on its identity and mission four decades after its founding. Speaking at the weekend event in Kavango East, Nangolo explained that the theme, ‘Redefining Radicalism and Consciousness in Student Leadership’, was chosen to question whether radicalism today should look the same […]

Windhoek’s city council has handed over N$409.9 million of its unpaid debt to external debt collector RedForce, spokesperson Lydia Amutenya confirmed to NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha. This is representative of the largest slice of the total N$944 million owed to the city as of May by normal clients, businesses, pensioners, and government institutions with overdue accounts older than three months. play_arrow City of Windhoek Sends Biggest Arrears to Collector Leonard Witbeen […]

In a major academic reform, the University of Namibia has transitioned to a three-year undergraduate degree structure, moving away from the four-year honours format. The move, implemented in 2023, aligns the university with international education norms and supports graduates in pursuing postgraduate studies and employment. UNAM’s Simon Namesho highlights the change as key to addressing youth unemployment. play_arrow UNAM Streamlines Degrees to Boost Graduate Prospects Leonard Witbeen The post UNAM […]

The One Economy Foundation will hold its 10th annual fundraising soiree on 7 August, marking ten years of championing economic inclusion and social progress. Funds raised will go toward initiatives focused on empowering youth, advancing education, and supporting entrepreneurship. Former First Lady and Foundation Chairperson Monica Geingos discussed the milestone in an exclusive with Future Media News’ Angie Scholtz. play_arrow Monica Geingos Talks One Economy’s Decade Soire Leonard Witbeen Join […]

Political analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah has welcomed President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s directive for all ministers to submit quarterly reports on service delivery. Speaking to NewsOnOne’s Selma Taapopi, Kamwanyah said the move will strengthen monitoring and evaluation systems, ensuring greater accountability within ministries. play_arrow Analyst Backs Quarterly Reporting to Boost Ministerial Accountability Leonard Witbeen The post Analyst Backs Quarterly Reporting to Boost Ministerial Accountability first appeared on Future Media News.The post Analyst […]

NamDia has responded to MP Job Amupanda’s recent social media allegations about the company’s security and governance. Spokesperson Beverly Coussement said urgent security upgrades were put in place after this year’s armed robbery, including appointing a consultant to tighten controls, adding that NamDia remains committed to transparency, staff support, and appreciates the police’s ongoing investigation. play_arrow NamDia Assures Public After Security Concerns on Social Media Leonard Witbeen The post NamDia […]

NAMCOR says the company is addressing serious financial challenges and governance failures, particularly in its trading division. Spokesperson Paulo Coelho says that despite revenue growth, losses reached N$1.3 billion in 2023, leading to a government bailout and ongoing efforts to strengthen controls, reduce debt, and improve transparency. play_arrow NAMCOR Works to Overcome Financial Losses and Governance Issues  Leonard Witbeen The post NAMCOR Works to Overcome Financial Losses and Governance Issues  […]

When recovery slips: the warning signs nobody talks about Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova has urged communities to better understand what really happens when a person who has been sober for weeks, months, or even years finds themselves using again. According to Katjijova, relapse is rarely sudden — it’s a gradual slide through three overlooked but predictable stages: emotional, mental, and physical. She says the first danger zone is the emotional […]