insert_link WorldFrench President unveils new government French Prime Minister Lecornu and President Emmanuel Macron. (Photo: by Ludovic Marin, AFP) French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a new government after reappointing Prime Minister Sebastian Lecornu, four days following his resignation. Macron tasked Lecornu and his cabinet with presenting a draft budget on Monday, allowing lawmakers sufficient time to review the proposal before the end of the year. The move comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize government operations […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link AfricaU.S.-funded programme in Uganda targets mental and physical health in HIV Figh A new U.S.-funded programme in Uganda is taking a holistic approach to tackling HIV by addressing both mental and physical health among vulnerable adolescents. The initiative aims to provide young people with the support they need to live healthier, fuller lives, combining counselling, mentorship, and medical care. Officials say the programme prioritises mental wellbeing alongside traditional HIV prevention and treatment, acknowledging the critical role mental health plays in treatment adherence […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link South AfricaEuropean Union pledges €11.5 billion investment in South Africa (Photo: Reuters) The European Union has pledged €11.5 billion to South Africa to support clean energy, infrastructure, and pharmaceutical projects. According to Reuters, a significant portion of the funding will accelerate South Africa’s transition to renewable energy, including investments in new power generation capacity, grid upgrades, energy storage, and green hydrogen initiatives. The EU says the investment aims to bolster sustainable development while fostering stronger economic ties between Europe and […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalCancer Association of Namibia expands palliative care services The Cancer Association of Namibia is marking World Hospice and Palliative Care Day by launching new regional units and a fund to support vulnerable patients with compassionate care. CEO Rolf Hansen highlighted the importance of accessible palliative care and said the new fund will help provide essential medication and services for patients most in need. Renovations for a regional unit in Swakopmund are complete, with operations scheduled to begin […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamibia and Botswana sign eight agreements to solidify bilateral ties Pictured: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomed President Duma Boko to State House for the Second Session of the Namibia–Botswana Bi-National Commission. (Photo credit: @NamPresidency/X) Namibia and Botswana have signed eight new agreements aimed at deepening cooperation between the two neighboring countries during the second session of the Bi-National Commission. Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu, a lecturer at the University of Namibia, noted that the agreements signal a renewed commitment to strategic partnership and […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link EntertainmentMultiChoice launches documentary honouring President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah (Photo credit: @NamPresidency/X) MultiChoice has launched a new documentary, ‘Netumbo: A Leader Beyond Politics,’ celebrating the life and public service of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Produced in collaboration with Joe Vision Production House, the film follows Nandi-Ndaitwah’s journey from her early years to her rise in politics, highlighting her contributions to Namibia’s national development and public service. The documentary will be publicly available on 29 October, coinciding with the President’s birthday, […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link South AfricaSouth African helicopters smuggled to Libyan warlord Khalifa Haftar (Photo: Esam Omran Al-Fetori/Reuters) At least four French-built Gazelle helicopters were secretly flown out of Lanseria Airport in South Africa to warlord Khalifa Haftar’s rebel stronghold in Benghazi, Libya — in violation of United Nations sanctions, according to News24’s sister publication Rapport. The aircraft were reportedly transported aboard planes operated by the Russian airline Abakan Air over two months, with flight plans falsely listing Jordan as their destination. […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link EnvironmentEnvironment Ministry condemns circulation of graphic elephant photos on social media By: Maria Namupala The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism has condemned the online sharing of graphic photos showing a recently euthanised elephant, calling the images “irresponsible and distressing.” In a statement issued on Sunday, Minister Indileni Daniel urged the public to exercise restraint and respect in how they share wildlife-related content online, particularly when it involves human-wildlife conflict incidents. Daniel said the elephant had been put down following a […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link WorldTrump declares Gaza war ‘over’ as Hamas releases hostages U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday, declaring that the war in Gaza “is over” after Hamas released the first group of Israeli hostages under a ceasefire agreement brokered by Washington. Under the deal, Israel will free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the release of 20 surviving hostages held in Gaza. The agreement is a diplomatic breakthrough after months of intense fighting that have devastated the […] today13 October, 2025
