Tonata Kadhila, Author at Future Media News

Thailand and Cambodia begin mediation talks in Malaysia

Leaders of Thailand and Cambodia have convened in Malaysia for mediation talks over a violent border conflict that has now escalated into the deadliest outbreak between the two countries in over a decade. The negotiations are being hosted by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and involve international participation, including from the U.S. and China. Reuters reports that despite the talks, both nations continue to accuse each other of launching artillery […]

28 July, 2025

Africa

Sudan’s RSF announces parallel government

General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (RSF) in uniform during a press briefing A Sudanese coalition that is dominated by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has unveiled a parallel government, intensifying its power struggle with the national army in a civil war now entering its 27th month. At a press conference held in Nyala, Darfur, the RSF declared General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo as head of a newly formed 15-member presidential council, with rebel […]

28 July, 2025

Namibia

Namibia and the United States strengthen defence relations

Senior officials from U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) have concluded a two-day visit to Namibia aimed at deepening military cooperation and regional stability between the countries. Led by Deputy Commander Lieutenant General John W. Brennan and Ambassador Robert Scott, the delegation held strategic talks with Defence Minister Frans Kapofi in Windhoek. During the meetings, officials discussed a range of collaboration areas, including joint military training, maritime security, and efforts to […]

28 July, 2025

Health / Medical

Ohangwena governor calls for more social workers to address suicide

Ohangwena region Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa has called for the deployment of more social workers and psychological counsellors across constituencies to support communities faced with growing socioeconomic pressures linked to an increase in suicides. During a recent address, she said that "people are finding it difficult to deal with the socioeconomic pressures they experience daily," warning that without decisive action, the region faces an ongoing tragedy of young professionals and public servants […]

28 July, 2025

Entertainment

Michelle McLean defends Miss Namibia amid online backlash

Miss Namibia 2025 Johanna Swartboi Windhoek, Namibia – Johanna Swartbooi, who was recently crowned Miss Namibia 2025, has become the center of heated debate following her win, with mixed reactions surfacing on social media. While many Namibians celebrated her historic achievement, others questioned her suitability for the crown, triggering a wider national conversation about representation, diversity, and national pride. The online criticism has only managed to draw attention to longstanding […]

23 July, 2025

Namibia

CRAN reviews telecom infrastructure sharing framework

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has concluded a high-level workshop in Windhoek to evaluate the country’s current telecommunications infrastructure sharing framework. The workshop brought together regulators, service providers, and key stakeholders to discuss a Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) report commissioned by CRAN in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The aim is to promote fair access to network infrastructure, reduce duplication of resources, and enhance connectivity […]

23 July, 2025

Namibia

Opposition slams President’s 100‑day address as “rhetoric, not action”

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Windhoek, Namibia — President Netumbo Nandi‑Ndaitwah delivered her national address this week, marking her first 100 days in office, outlining early achievements and future policy priorities. Yet, opposition leader Immaneul Nashinge of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) dismissed the speech on Monday as familiar rhetoric lacking real impact. He criticised the administration’s ambiguity on matters such as unemployment, healthcare, agriculture, and economic reform, warning that sound bites […]

23 July, 2025

South Africa

South Africa condemns genocide, war crimes at Hague group emergency conference

South Africa’s Director-General for International Relations and Cooperation, Zane Dangor, addressed The Hague Group’s emergency ministerial conference in Bogotá, where he delivered an uncompromising message: crimes including genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and apartheid "are not complex—they are unlawful", News24 reports. According to Reuters, Dangor spoke as part of a ministerial assembly organized by Colombia and South Africa to “halt the genocide in Gaza”, urging global action to […]

16 July, 2025

Africa

U.S. sends five criminals to Eswatini in controversial third‑country deportation

The Department of Homeland Security logo is seen during a news conference in Washington, Feb. 25, 2015. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File) The United States has deported five convicted foreign nationals—from Cuba, Jamaica, Laos, Vietnam, and Yemen—to Eswatini under a third-country removal policy, after their home countries refused to accept them. The Department of Homeland Security described the individuals as “so uniquely barbaric” that repatriation was denied, with convictions including […]

16 July, 2025