insert_link Africa Lesotho Foreign Minister Condemns Trump’s Dismissive Remark In a Reuters report, Lesotho’s foreign minister expressed shock and insult on Wednesday over U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that "nobody has ever heard of" the African nation. Trump made the remark during his address to Congress while criticizing foreign aid spending, including $8 million allocated for LGBTQI+ programs in Lesotho. In response, the minister invited Trump to visit the country. today6 March, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia Launches N$60 Commemorative Note for Geingob The Bank of Namibia has introduced a N$60 commemorative banknote to celebrate the late President Hage Geingob's 60 years of service. One Africa TV’s Ellen Shihepo reports that the central bank governor Johannes !Gawaxab announced the notes will be in circulation within two weeks, with public awareness campaigns planned for the new note's features. today6 March, 2025
insert_link World U.S. suspends intel and weapons supplies to Ukraine The U.S. has cut off some intelligence sharing with Ukraine and suspended weapons supplies in a bid to get Kyiv to the negotiating table with Russia. CIA Director John Ratcliffe announced the move on Wednesday on Fox Business. Caroline Malone reports. today6 March, 2025
insert_link Namibia MVA Fund Warns Motorists to Stay Cautious Amid Heavy Rains The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund is urging motorists to drive with caution as heavy rains are forecast across the country. Drivers are advised to adhere to traffic laws and avoid crossing flowing rivers, even if water levels seem low. The Fund warns that moving water can lead to vehicle loss of control, engine failure, or even sweeping vehicles away. John Haufiku is the MVA Fund's Chief Corporate Affairs Manager: today6 March, 2025
insert_link Namibia Mother Seeks Justice for Son Left Brain-Damaged After 2022 Assault One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ketemba Tjipepa reports that Joannie Daries is demanding justice for her 24-year-old son, Shalldou Daries, who was left unable to walk nor speak following an assault in 2022. Last night's bulletin is live right now on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7 you are free to watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284, or stream it live on oneafrica.tv today6 March, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics 06 March Morning Biz News Roundup: Banking Fees, Rand Strengthens, Coffee Price Surge, Canada vs. US Tariffs Parliament Debates Investigation Into Unethical Banking Fees and Overcharging Parliament is currently engaged in a discussion over a potential investigation into unethical banking fees and overcharging practices in Namibia. Some Members of Parliament (MPs) have voiced concerns about the negative impact high banking fees have on consumers and small businesses, urging for more financial transparency and possible regulatory reforms to address the issue. The proposed motion aims to ensure that […] today6 March, 2025
insert_link South Africa OUTA Urges SA Finance Minister to Tackle Corruption in Budget Speech In S.A, the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse urges Finance minister Enoch Godongwana to prioritise the fight against corruption and financial mismanagement in next week’s revised budget speech. The organisation criticised the government for failing to tackle wasteful spending and poor financial management, which could improve the national budget by 500-billion-rand annually. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage expects meaningful changes in the upcoming budget: today6 March, 2025
insert_link Environment Parliamentarian Elma Dienda Calls for Stronger Ombudsman Bill Parliamentarian Elma Dienda has called for key reforms to the Ombudsman Bill to enhance accountability and justice. She emphasized the need for greater independence in the appointment process to prevent political influence. Dienda also urged for expanded oversight powers, particularly in cases of police misconduct and corruption. She highlighted the importance of increasing resources to improve investigations and public outreach. Additionally, she advocated for better representation of marginalized groups within […] today5 March, 2025
insert_link World India’s Top Court Issues Notice To Ministries Over Climate Change An eight year old's petition in India's Supreme Court could lead to a re-evaluation of the country's environment protection laws. The Apex court has sent notices to eight federal ministries accusing them of not working together to battle what it called an existential global predicament. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. E today5 March, 2025
