Cuban Ambassador condemns U.S. blockade

Cuban Ambassador condemns U.S. blockade

Speaking at a media briefing in Windhoek on Wednesday, Cuban Ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz, addressed the 60-year blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba and its impact. He called the embargo an act of 'genocide' against the Cuban people as it restricted access to international markets. His comments come ahead of Cuba's resolution presentation at the United Nations General Assembly.

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Africa

Siya and Rachel Kolisi announce divorce after 10 years

South African rugby star Siya Kolisi and his wife, Rachel, have announced their divorce after over a decade together, leaving fans heartbroken. Known for sharing their love and family life on social media, the couple was admired as one of the country's power pairs. BBC Africa reports that their split has shocked many fans, sparking a frenzy on social media. The couple has requested respect and privacy as they navigate […]

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World

France to legalise online casinos

France says it wants to legalise online casinos. The news came in the form of an amendment to the budget which is being debated by MPs. By legalising and regulating internet casinos the government says it can "limit the impact of online games on the health of consumers”. Ross Cullen reports.

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Business / Economics

FlySafair launches first regional route between Cape Town and Windhoek

FlySafair has officially launched its first regional route, connecting Cape Town, South Africa, to Windhoek. The new flights will operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, addressing growing demand on the route, which has yet to recover fully to its pre-COVID-19 passenger volumes which currently stand at 83%. The new route is expected to boost tourism and improve travel links between Namibia and South Africa. Namibia Airports Company Chairperson, […]

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Africa

Physicians for Human Rights record increase in rape cases in Eastern DRC

A new report published by a medical charity known as Physicians for Human Rights says the armed conflict in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has led to a massive increase in cases of sexual violence against women and girls. Chris Ocamringa reports. The eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has witnessed a sharp increase in conflict-related sexual violence since 2021, compounding the suffering caused […]

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World

Donald Trump accuses Britain’s Labour Party of election interference

Former US president Donald Trump has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission, accusing the UK Labour Party of election interference. His election campaign alleges that in recent weeks, Labour recruited and sent party members to campaign for his opponent, vice-president Kamala Harris, in a bid to influence the November 5 election. UK prime minister Keir Starmer says party officials volunteering for Harris are doing it in their spare time, […]

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APO International

Ninth Africa Energy Market Place (AEMP) held in Dar es Salaam ahead of key Africa Heads of State Energy Summit scheduled for 28 January in Tanzania

Further to an April 2024 pledge by the Presidents of the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and the World Bank to bring electricity access to 300 million people in Africa by 2030, the Tanzanian port city of Dar es Salaam has been selected to host an Africa Heads of State Energy Summit on 28 January 2025. The summit will convene heads of state and government, ministers, international and regional organisations, and […]

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Africa

SA’s government denies Chinese pressure on Taiwan office relocation in Pretoria

South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation has denied claims that the government has been pressured by China to order the relocation of Taiwan’s office from Pretoria to Johannesburg. Taiwan’s Foreign minister, Lin Chia-lung, has accused South Africa of violating a 1997 agreement between the two countries. Dirco’s spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri, spoke to Newzroom Afrika.

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Business / Economics

Development Bank of Namibia and One Economy Foundation sign deal

The Development Bank of Namibia and the One Economy Foundation have signed a partnership to promote sustainable economic growth, youth empowerment, and community development. The collaboration focuses on mentorship, capacity building, and enterprise development, with a special emphasis on supporting youth, women, and rural entrepreneurs. Development Bank of Namibia CEO, John Steytler.

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