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M23 Rebels Seize Bukavu, Escalating Congo Conflict

Residents of Bukavu, eastern Congo’s second-largest city, are assessing the damage after widespread looting followed the arrival of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels according to Reuters. The rebel group, which took control of the city on Sunday, has pledged to restore order. Their capture of Bukavu and its strategic airport in Kavumu marks a major advance, further weakening Kinshasa’s authority and raising concerns of a broader regional war.

18 February, 2025

World

U.S. Secretary of State to hold talks on Ukraine in Saudi Arabia

The US wants rights to half of Ukraine's mineral deposits, as part of a potential future deal to ensure their security. Ukraine's President is due to meet the leader of Turkey on Tuesday. As US officials are in Saudi Arabia, meeting Russian officials. Caroline Malone reports.

18 February, 2025

World

Millions affected by extreme weather across United States

Powerful storms have battered vast swathes of America's southeast, causing multiple fatalities and leaving hundreds of thousands of homes without power. US President Donald Trump has approved a request for disaster relief funding. But more extreme weather is expected in the days ahead. Benji Hyer reports.

18 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Nordic Africa Institute Researcher Pays Tribute To Nujoma

Messages of condolence continue to flow from Namibia and beyond following the passing of the Founding Father, Sam Shafishuna Nujoma, on February 8 at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek. Angie Scholtz from Future Media News spoke with Professor Dr. Henning Melber, a Senior Research Associate at the Nordic Africa Institute in Sweden, about Nujoma’s legacy and impact.

18 February, 2025

World

Trump Seeks Supreme Court Approval to Oust Ethics Chief

U.S President Donald Trump is seeking approval from the US Supreme Court to remove the leader of an independent ethics agency. Hampton Dellinger, who oversees the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, an agency dedicated to safeguarding government employees who report misconduct, is challenging his dismissal. Mitch McCann reports:

18 February, 2025

Africa

UN Appeals for $6 Billion to Tackle Sudan’s Hunger Crisis

The United Nations has requested $6 billion in aid for Sudan this year, citing the world's worst hunger crisis and massive displacement caused by ongoing civil war. Reuters indicates that the appeal marks a 40% increase from last year, coming at a time when global aid budgets are under pressure, partly due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent funding freeze, which has impacted critical humanitarian programs worldwide.

18 February, 2025

Environment

Seismologists to Gather in Namibia for Major Conference

Seismologists from across Africa will convene in Namibia for the 4th General Assembly of the African Seismological Commission, hosted by the Mines and Energy Ministry next week. Geologist Mako Sitali highlighted that the event slated for February 24 to 28 will cover earthquake monitoring, seismic technology, and Namibia’s role in the international seismic monitoring system.

18 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Maxuilili’s Daughter Criticizes Swapo’s Headquarters Location

Julia Maxuilili, daughter of the late Nathaniel Maxuilili, expressed her disapproval of Swapo’s decision to build its headquarters next to Katutura State Hospital. Speaking to One Africa Tv NewsOnOne’s Josia Shiweda, she stated that her father, a prominent Swapo member who passed away in 1999, would not have supported the move. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7, you can watch on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 […]

18 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Morning Biz News – 18 February 2025

Local Market Update The Namibian stock market saw a total of 337,067 shares traded on 17 February 2025, amounting to N$9.32 million across 20 deals. Year-to-date, total trades have reached 8.5 million shares, valued at N$505.68 million. According to the NSX daily report, Financials, Basic Materials, and Consumer Staples led in value, while Exchange-Traded Products contributed N$12.03 million in trades so far this year. Rand Weakens Ahead of Budget Speech […]

18 February, 2025