insert_link Business / EconomicsWinners of Best of Namibia 2025 awards announced Zellmari Brandt (Photo: Future Media) The winners of the Best of Namibia 2025 awards were announced today in a live ceremony celebrating the country’s leading businesses and service providers. Supported by key sponsors including Fly Namibia, Venture Media, and Future Media, the awards recognise excellence and innovation across various industries, highlighting those who have made significant contributions to Namibia’s economy and community. Head of Marketing at Future Media, Zellmari Brandt, […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link WorldEuropean leaders insist Kyiv must be included in Ukraine war negotiations Macron, Zelensky, and Starmer (Photo: EPA) European leaders have emphasized that Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, must be an active participant in any negotiations regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. This call for inclusive dialogue comes just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, raising international attention on the upcoming summit’s approach to resolving the conflict. The insistence on Kyiv’s involvement reflects concerns about […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link AfricaAfrican Development Bank commits $500 million to Ethiopia’s airport project Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737-800 parked at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 11 February 2019 (Photo: Associated Press) The African Development Bank (AfDB) has pledged $500 million to support the financing of Ethiopia’s new airport, which is slated to become the largest airport in Africa upon its completion in 2029. The $10 billion project is a major infrastructure milestone aimed at boosting regional connectivity and positioning Ethiopia as a […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsSouth Africa to submit revised tariff offer to U.S. South Africa’s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau (Photo: engineeringnews.co.za) South Africa’s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, announced that the cabinet has approved the submission of a revised tariff offer to the United States as the foundation for ongoing negotiations. This move comes in response to the recent 30-percent tariff imposed by the US on certain South African imports, which has sparked concerns among exporters […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link NamibiaPresidency denies reports of rejection of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation IUD trial proposal Jonas Mbambo (Photo: Namibian Presidency) Presidential spokesperson Jonas Mbambo has firmly denied circulating reports that President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah rejected a proposal from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to conduct a trial of an eight-year hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) in Namibia. Mbambo clarified that no such proposal was ever submitted to or discussed by the Namibian government. He further said that the presidency remains committed to supporting evidence-based health initiatives […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsProflight Zambia to launch Lusaka–Windhoek flights via Livingstone in 2026 Proflight (Photo: X) Proflight Zambia will introduce a new tri-weekly scheduled service between Lusaka and Windhoek via Livingstone starting March 2026, aimed at boosting tourism and trade between Namibia and Zambia. According to Air Connect Namibia, this new route will strengthen regional connectivity, fostering closer economic ties and positioning Windhoek as a key aviation hub in Southern Africa. Spokesperson for the Namibia Airports Company, Dan Kamati, said the route has […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link EnvironmentEurope heatwave persists with temperatures nearing 40°C EU heatwave via Bloomber Photographer: Alberto Pizzoli/AFP/Getty Images Temperatures are set to soar to nearly 40 degrees Celsius across several major European capitals on Tuesday, as the continent grapples with a relentless heatwave. Cities including Paris, Rome, and Madrid are forecasted to experience extreme heat, with Paris reaching 37°C, Rome 38°C, and Madrid hitting 39°C. This prolonged heatwave is placing strain on public health systems, infrastructure, and the environment. Authorities […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link South AfricaWestern Cape High Court hears appeals in Joslin Smith human trafficking case Joslin Smith Executive Mayor Andrè Truter/ Facebook The Western Cape High Court will hear applications over the next two days for leave to appeal the convictions and life sentences handed down in the high-profile Joslin Smith case. Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn were sentenced in May to life imprisonment for human trafficking and received additional ten-year sentences for kidnapping. The case revolves around the mysterious disappearance of […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsGermany pledges N$500 million grant for road development Germany's KfW Development Bank (Photo: KfW website) Germany’s KfW Development Bank has committed a N$500 million grant to support Namibia’s road infrastructure projects. The announcement was made during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Omuthiya–Elambo road, where KfW Director Beatrice Lucke said the funding comes from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development. She emphasised that the investment reflects Germany’s continued partnership with Namibia in fostering economic growth and […] today12 August, 2025
