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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 […]

Over 700 policymakers, regulators, and partners are set to convene in Swakopmund for the this year’s Global Policy Forum, co-hosted by the Bank of Namibia. The four-day summit will focus on promoting inclusive finance across the region. Anielle Von Finckenstein, head of FNB Fiduciary at FirstRand Group Namibia:  Views: 4The post Swakopmund Hosts Global Policy Forum on Inclusive Finance first appeared on Future Media News.The post Swakopmund Hosts Global Policy Forum on […]

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% […]

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 […]