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One Economy Foundation Launches Be Free Fridays Initiative

Pauline Thomas-Kahupi, Executive Director of the One Economy Foundation, says the new Be Free Fridays initiative celebrates stakeholders while strengthening relationships. Hosted monthly at the Katutura campus, the program gives supporters a first-hand look at the foundation’s work in youth empowerment, sexual reproductive health, mental health, and GBV, alongside networking in a relaxed, youth-friendly environment.

9 September, 2025

Health / Medical

Health Ministry Moves to Direct Medicine Procurement

Health and Social Services Minister Esperance Luvindao announced that the ministry is now sourcing medicine and medical supplies directly from international manufacturers and wholesalers. Selma Taapopi reports for NewsOnOne that this is being done under the emergency provisions of the Public Procurement Act 15 of 2015, aimed at speeding up access to critical health products.

9 September, 2025

Namibia

Political Analyst Weighs in on Traditional Leaders’ Annual Meeting.

The 26th Annual Meeting of the Council of Traditional Leaders is underway in Ondangwa, Oshana Region. Political analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah highlights the gathering’s importance, where authorities discuss governance, leadership, and community issues. Established in 1997, the Council advises the President on communal land management and other matters affecting communities.

9 September, 2025

Business / Economics

Windhoek Hosts Continental Hydrogen Summit

The Global African Hydrogen Summit 2025 is underway in Windhoek until September 11. Bringing together political and business leaders, investors, and technologists, the summit seeks to accelerate green hydrogen projects across Africa. The event serves as a platform to foster collaboration and attract investment. William Shilamba, Commercial Manager at DMG Events, underscores the significance of the gathering.

9 September, 2025

APO International

Speaker Among Fronts Inclusivity in Global Governance

Speaker Anita Among has urged member states of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organisation (AALCO) to anchor their work on promoting inclusivity in global governance. Among, who was delivering President Yoweri Museveni's message at the opening ceremony of the 63rd Annual Session of AALCO held at the Speke Resort Munyonyo and Conference Centre, on Monday, 08 September 2025, urged member states to ensure respect of diversity and inclusivity. “Promoting inclusivity […]

8 September, 2025

APO International

FIND’s leadership and impact in Lassa Fever Diagnostics to feature at 2nd Lassa Fever International Conference

FIND (www.FINDdx.org) will showcase seven years of impact in strengthening Lassa fever preparedness at the 2nd Lassa Fever International Conference, taking place from 8–11 September 2025 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. FIND CEO Dr Ifedayo Adetifa will speak at the opening session on 9 September, focusing on how diagnostics are bridging gaps in pandemic preparedness and response and shaping global health security. Since 2018, FIND has led a portfolio of […]

8 September, 2025

World

French Prime Minister faces no-confidence vote

French Prime Minister François Bayrou (Photo: Euronews) French Prime Minister François Bayrou is bracing for a crucial no-confidence vote in parliament on Monday after he called a confidence vote in himself and his government. The move has thrown France into yet another political crisis, intensifying pressure on President Emmanuel Macron, who is facing mounting calls to resign. Bayrou, who took office in December 2024 after succeeding Michel Barnier, has positioned […]

8 September, 2025

Africa

Uganda confirms case of deadly Crimean Congo Hemorrhagic Fever

Risk communication planning (Photo: WHO website) Health officials in Uganda are racing to contain a deadly viral outbreak after one person tested positive for Crimean Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) in the central district of Nakasongola. The patient has since been isolated, and contact tracing is underway to prevent further spread of the highly infectious disease. The Ministry of Health has dispatched rapid response teams to the district, working with local […]

8 September, 2025

Business / Economics

MTC removes limit on prepaid Aweh bundles

MTC mobile home (Photo: MTC website) Mobile operator MTC has announced the removal of its three-package limit on prepaid Aweh subscriptions, enabling customers to activate unlimited bundles. The change means users can now stack multiple packages at once, a move the company says will meet growing demand for flexibility and convenience. General Manager Andreas Gustav explained that the decision reflects MTC’s commitment to adapting its services to customer needs, while […]

8 September, 2025