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Africa

M23 Rebels Enter Bukavu as Conflict in Eastern DRC Escalates

M23 rebels have entered Bukavu, the second-largest city in eastern DRC, despite international calls for a ceasefire. Corneille Nangaa, leader of the Congo River Alliance, confirmed the rebels' presence in the South Kivu provincial capital. The Rwandan-backed militants' advance has led to mass displacement, with hundreds of thousands forced from their homes in recent weeks. Meanwhile, 13 South African soldiers serving in the SADC peacekeeping force have lost their lives […]

today17 February, 2025

Namibia

Namibian Engineers Train in SA for Wind Energy Expansion

  Five Namibian engineers are undergoing six months of wind turbine training in Cape Town, facilitated by Windwise Turbines. The program equips them with skills to install and maintain Namibia’s first locally manufactured wind turbines. Windwise aims to build a 95% Namibian workforce, aligning with the country's Green Industrialisation Blueprint. The turbines, using German technology, are designed for stable power generation and seamless integration into Namibia’s energy grid. This initiative […]

today17 February, 2025

World

Ukraine’s Zelensky holds talks with US Vice-President Vance in Germany

After sharply denouncing some European leaders, US Vice President JD Vance spoke with the Ukrainian leader on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. Volodymyr Zelensky reacted diplomatically in a post-meeting press conference. But neither gave away any tangible progress from the talks on movement toward a peace plan with Russia. Caroline Malone reports.  

today17 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Aupindi Urges Citizens to Uphold Nujoma’s Legacy

SWAPO central committee member and parliamentarian, Tobie Aupindi, has called on citizens to preserve and pass on the legacy of Founding President Sam Nujoma to future generations. He emphasized the importance of honouring Nujoma’s contributions to the nation. Our correspondent, Selma Taapopi, reports for One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne. Meanwhile, while speaking to One Africa Tv NewsOnOne' Josia Shiweda, Defence Minister Frans Kapofi stated that the government is fully prepared to […]

today17 February, 2025

South Africa

In S.A, AfriForum Demands Accountability for Municipal Mismanagement

In S.A, AfriForum says it demands that Eskom and the national government hold municipal officials accountable for the gross mismanagement of municipal finances, rather than depriving paying residents of basic rights. AfriForum Deidré Steffens says in Free State, corrupt officials are keeping towns in a stranglehold by not settling municipal power debts, but now communities are expected to bear the consequences:  

today17 February, 2025

Environment

Lightning Strike Kills 14 Cattle Near Katima Mulilo

A lightning strike claimed the lives of 14 cattle in the Kayenda Area, about 23 kilometres from Katima Mulilo earlier this week. According to One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne reporter, Ellen Shihepo, the owner of the cattle, Argrey Luseso, estimates the loss at approximately N$200,000. Luseso relayed to our reporter from One Africa Tv NewsOnOne's Ellen Shihepo that some of the cattle belonged to his brother: Catch last night's full news […]

today15 February, 2025

South Africa

In S.A, DA Accuses SAPS of Misleading Parliament on Unpaid Debts

The DA says the South African Police Service may have misled Parliament’s portfolio committee on Police regarding debts owed to the Department of Public Works. Despite claims from national Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola that no arrears exist, it has been revealed that SAPS owes approximately two-billion-rand. The DA’s Dianne Kohler Barnard says police stations remain dilapidated and detective services are under-resourced:  

today15 February, 2025

World

Arab League ambassadors at the UN reject the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza

Ambassadors representing the Arab group of countries at the United Nations have unequivocally rejected any plans to displace Palestinians from Gaza. Speaking to reporters in New York on Friday, Kuwait's ambassador to the UN, Tareq Al Banai said that any attempt to change the demographic or territory in the region must be stopped. Jody Jacobs reports from New York.  

today15 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Moses //Garoeb Councillor Calls for Unity in Honouring Nujoma

Moses //Garoeb Constituency Councillor, Stefanus Ndengu, has urged Namibians to uphold the principles of unity championed by the late Founding Father, Dr. Sam Shafishuna Nujoma. Speaking at the /Khomas Regional tribute ceremony at Havana High School, Ndengu emphasized that Nujoma’s legacy should be celebrated rather than mourned. He described Nujoma as a visionary leader whose influence will continue to inspire future generations. Ndengu stressed the importance of preserving and honouring […]

today15 February, 2025