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Resurgence of Suicide Bombings in Nigeria’s Boko Haram Conflict

On the night of June 21, a woman detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) in a crowd of people at a fish market in Konduga town, about 25 km southeast of Maiduguri, the Borno State capital in Nigeria. The attack, which reportedly killed at least 12 people, is the first in the region in 2025 after a series of suicide bombings in 2024. The conflict between Nigerian security forces and Islamist insurgent […]

24 June, 2025

Business / Economics

Sanlam Namibia partners with Allianz

Sanlam Namibia has entered a new strategic partnership with global insurance powerhouse Allianz, a move the company says will unlock new opportunities and deliver better services to its clients. The announcement was made official in Windhoek on Tuesday, 24 June, where Sanlam Namibia CEO Tertius Stears described the collaboration as a “powerful step forward” that positions the company to meet evolving client needs more effectively. This partnership is part […]

24 June, 2025

South Africa

South Africa marks 30 years since the iconic 1995 World Cup victory

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the Springboks’ historic 15‑12 victory over New Zealand in the 1995 Rugby World Cup final at Ellis Park—a moment etched in South African history as a powerful symbol of unity. The win was the nation’s first major sporting success after rejoining the global stage post-apartheid, making the triumph far more than a game—it was a statement of hope and cohesion. The match itself was […]

24 June, 2025

Namibia

President Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for trust and speed in U.S.-Africa deals

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has issued a strong call for quicker, more transparent business dealings between the U.S. and Africa. Addressing a high-profile panel on energy partnerships, President Nandi-Ndaitwah said American investors must accelerate project timelines and ensure that real social impact—like job creation and infrastructure improvements—reaches Namibian citizens. Without this, she cautioned, communities may lose faith in future collaboration. “Communities must see the benefits of these deals, not just promises. […]

24 June, 2025

Namibia

Government “flying blind” on unemployment, warns labour expert

Windhoek, Namibia – Prominent labour expert Herbert Jauch has sounded the alarm, warning that Namibia is "flying blind" in its fight against unemployment due to a lack of updated job statistics. Speaking to Future Media, Jauch highlighted that the country has not produced regular labour force data since 2018, making it nearly impossible to evaluate the impact of job creation programs or gauge the effectiveness of government policies. According to […]

24 June, 2025

Health / Medical

Oshikoto Governor calls for safe spaces for boys and men facing abuse

Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi. Photo: NBC OMUTHIYA, Namibia — Speaking at the launch of the #EndGBVNamibia campaign in Omuthiya, Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi highlighted a pressing but often ignored issue: the silent suffering of boys and men subjected to abuse. Kathindi emphasized the urgent need to create safe spaces where they can speak out without fear or stigma. In his speech, the governor remarked that many men endure violence—emotional, […]

24 June, 2025

South Africa

Eastern Cape flood toll climbs to 95 as SANDF, NGOs ramp up relief efforts

Eastern Cape floods. Photo: Daily Maverick The death toll from the devastating floods in South Africa’s Eastern Cape has risen to 95, as search and recovery operations continue across hard-hit districts. Provincial spokesperson Khuselwa Rantjie confirmed that 95 bodies have been recovered, with 86 identified and claimed by families. The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has joined provincial search teams, with additional support deployed from the North West government, […]

24 June, 2025

World

NATO summit kicks off in The Hague

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte Leaders from NATO’s 32 member states have convened in The Hague, Netherlands, for a two-day summit being hailed as “historic”—and potentially one of the costliest ever at over €183 million. The UK Times reports that the gathering aims to approve sweeping plans to increase defense budgets, strengthen military posture, and allow direct dialogue between President Trump and NATO officials on the delicate Israel‑Iran conflict. Under […]

24 June, 2025

Africa

University of Zimbabwe lecturers and students unite in triple‑month wage strike

University of Zimbabwe campus, Harare. Photo: The Guardian Harare, Zimbabwe – More than 200 lecturers at the country’s flagship institution, the University of Zimbabwe, joined forces with students on Monday to intensify a wage protest now in its third month. The action, confirmed by AFP, marks one of Zimbabwe’s longest-running university strikes and reflects growing union frustration amid a crippling cost-of-living crisis that has driven inflation above 90%. Donning […]

24 June, 2025