October 2025 - Page 65 of 112 - Future Media News

PDM’s Venaani warns Public Enterprises bill could undermine governance and investor confidence

Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani has raised concerns over the proposed Public Enterprises Governance Amendment Bill, warning it could erode good governance and deter investors. The bill would grant the Prime Minister broad powers over state-owned enterprises, including authority over appointments and budget allocations. Venaani cautioned that such powers risk politicizing public institutions and weakening their independence. He urged Parliament to either reject the legislation or amend […]

14 October, 2025

World

NATO chief taunts Russia about submarine as Moscow denies malfunction

(Photo: en.protothema.gr/) NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte took a jab at Russia’s naval capabilities on Monday, mocking reports that one of the country’s submarines had encountered technical difficulties. Moscow quickly dismissed the claims, insisting the vessel surfaced in the English Channel solely to comply with international maritime regulations. The incident has fueled ongoing scrutiny of Russia’s naval operations amid heightened tensions in European waters. Rutte’s remarks, delivered during a press briefing, […]

14 October, 2025

World

UN scales up humanitarian aid in Gaza

(Salahaldin Road, Gaza (Photo: Human Rights Watch) The United Nations says lifesaving relief supplies are now entering Gaza “at scale” following a U.S.-brokered agreement aimed at stabilizing conditions after weeks of conflict. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported improved access for aid workers across the enclave, allowing food, medical supplies, and fuel to reach communities that had been cut off from assistance. “Our teams are […]

14 October, 2025

Africa

Cameroon opposition leader declares victory as Electoral Council awaits final results

Issa Tchiroma Opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma has declared victory in Cameroon’s presidential election held on October 12, calling on long-serving President Paul Biya to accept defeat and “honour the truth of the ballot box.” Tchiroma’s declaration came late Monday amid mounting anticipation over the official outcome of the vote. The election marks one of the most closely watched contests in recent years in Cameroon, where Biya, 91, has ruled since […]

14 October, 2025

Africa

Economists say dealing with inflation and cost-of-living are key to unlocking Africa’s economic stability

(Photo credit: Nela Shikemeni) Economists say Africa’s path to economic stability depends on addressing inflation, disinflation, and the escalating cost of living. Theo Klein, an analyst at Oxford Economics in Cape Town, noted that government subsidies, surging food prices, and political factors are among the strongest forces driving household spending pressures across the continent. Klein explained that sustainable growth will require policies that not only curb inflation but also strengthen […]

14 October, 2025

Namibia

Future Media stations nominated for regional radio awards

Future Media headquarters in Windhoek, Namibia The Broadcast Media Awards – Southern Africa 2025 steering committee has announced the finalists across multiple categories, spotlighting top performers across broadcasting, content creation, and digital media sectors in the region. According to Broadcast Media Africa, nominees include media executives such as David Tiltman (Africa Media Entertainment) and Comfort Mbofana (Zimpapers) for “Media Executive of the Year — Male,” and Minenhle Dlamini (Gagasi FM) […]

14 October, 2025

Namibia

Health minister tables mental health bill

By: Selma Taapopi The Minister of Health and Social Services Dr. Esperance Luvindao on Tuesday tabled the Mental Health Bill of 2025 which will replace the current Mental Health Act (Act No.18 of 1973). While motivating the proposed amendments in Parliament, Luvindao said the bill, will criminalise abuse, neglect, exploitation, and ill-treatment of patients, amongst others. The bill also sets out penalties for misconduct by health care staff, including acts […]

14 October, 2025

Africa

Canal+ completes MultiChoice acquisition

(Photo credit: REUTERS/Esa Alexander) Originally published by Broadcast Media Africa French media giant Canal+ has officially acquired approximately 94.39 percent of MultiChoice Group’s issued ordinary shares, following a highly successful mandatory buyout in which more than 90 percent of shareholders agreed to the sale. According to a joint statement released by the two companies, Canal+ will now proceed with a “squeeze-out” process under section 124(1) of South Africa’s Companies Act, […]

14 October, 2025

World

Nobel Prize in economics awarded to trio

(Photo: REUTERS) Three economists, Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt, have been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for their pioneering research on how innovation and the process of “creative destruction” fuel long-term economic growth and raise living standards around the world. Announced in Stockholm on Monday, the award, which was formally known as the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel, caps this […]

14 October, 2025