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Khomas Governor Urges Namibians to Honor Nujoma’s Legacy

Khomas Regional Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has called on Namibians to honor the legacy of the late Founding Father, Dr. Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma, by prioritizing education and health. Reflecting on his contributions, she described him as a selfless leader dedicated to Namibia’s liberation and development. McLeod-Katjirua urged citizens to embody his spirit of service to preserve the freedoms he fought for. She emphasized that Nujoma’s unwavering dedication should serve as […]

15 February, 2025

South Africa

Eskom Reports Stable Power System with Load-Shedding Suspended

In S.A, Eskom says the power system continues to be stable with load-shedding remaining suspended. Eskom spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena says the system also has sufficient emergency reserves. She says from 1 April last year to 14 February, load-shedding was suspended for 317 days, compared to 32 days in the same period last year. She adds that electricity supply was available 99-percent of the time, compared to just 10-percent last […]

15 February, 2025

World

Texas Judge Blocks NYC Doctor from Mailing Abortion Pills

In North America, a Texas judge in the U.S has ordered a New York doctor to stop prescribing and sending abortion pills in the mail. The first-of-its kind case could test the limits of a New York law that shields doctors from out-of-state prosecution. Toni Waterman has more.

15 February, 2025

Namibia

Cabinet Approves SWAPO Manifesto Integration into Government Policies

Cabinet has endorsed the incorporation of the Swapo Party manifesto into government policies, with implementation scheduled to begin on April 1, 2025. As One Africa TV NewsOnOne journalist Envaalde Matheus reports, this decision comes amid ongoing court battles over the recent election results. SWAPO Party Youth League's Moses Shikerete told our journalist Envaalde Matheus from One AFrica's NewsOnOne that the party has developed a detailed action plan to ensure the […]

15 February, 2025

Environment

Government Invests in Renewable Energy for Self-Sufficiency

Namibia is making major investments in renewable energy to reduce its reliance on electricity imports. Speaking in Parliament on 13 February 2025, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi unveiled plans for large-scale solar and wind energy projects aimed at achieving energy independence. One Africa Tv NewsOne journalist Ellen Shihepo reports:

15 February, 2025

Science & Technology

TikTok Returns to US App Stores After Ban Postponed

TikTok is back on app stores in the United States today after President Donald Trump postponed enforcing a ban of the popular social media platform. The proposed law — passed by Congress, signed by former President Joe Biden, and upheld by the Supreme Court — had ordered TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance to sell the application, or else face a ban in the US. From there, Benji Hyer reports.

15 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Namibia Joins International Maritime Organisation to Boost Supply Chains

Cabinet has approved Namibia’s membership in the International Maritime Organisation to enhance supply chain efficiency. Information Minister Emma Theofelus announced the decision this week, following Cabinet’s first meeting on February 11.

15 February, 2025

South Africa

ActionSA Slams ANC for Failing to Address Drug Crisis

ActionSA has condemned the ANC-led government’s failure to tackle South Africa’s escalating drug crisis. ActionSA’s Dereleen James criticised the ANC's dismissive remarks toward the Central Drug Authority’s plea for support, calling it a blatant failure of leadership. James outlined solutions, including deploying the military to gang hotspots, decriminalising drug use and mandating rehabilitation. She calls for communities plagued by addiction and crime to receive support:

15 February, 2025

APO International

Minister Londt welcomes extension of South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)-Postbank card replacement deadline, call for more service points

I welcome the announcement by the national departments of Social Development and Communications and Digital Technologies that the deadline for the replacement of the SASSA Gold Cards with the Postbank Black Cards has been extended to 20 March 2025. My office has been inundated with queries and complaints from SASSA grant beneficiaries across the Western Cape, even though SASSA is a national entity and does not fall within the powers […]

14 February, 2025