insert_link NamibiaInternational Olympic Day 2025: “Let’s Move?” Inspires global participation WINDHOEK, Namibia - Today, 23 June, marks International Olympic Day, celebrated worldwide under the theme “Let’s Move?”. The day promotes the importance of physical activity and Olympic values—excellence, friendship, and respect—urging everyone, regardless of age or background, to incorporate movement into daily life. National Olympic Committee Secretary General Joan Smit says, “Sport is joy, sport brings people together… we invite people everywhere to experience the joy of sport, and to take […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link NamibiaWindhoek launches Global Hydrogen Summit 2025 WINDHOEK, Namibia—The Global African Hydrogen Summit (GAH2S) 2025 officially launched today in the capital, marking a major milestone in Africa’s green energy push. Scheduled for 9–11 September, the summit is expected to host over 1,500 delegates—government leaders, investors, developers, and technologists—from nearly 70 countries. “Some of these projects have now employed over 800 people... and more than N$170 million has been shared with Namibian SMEs to date,” said Green Hydrogen […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link WorldFrench PM meets unions for final talks on pension reforms PARIS, France - French Prime Minister François Bayrou has convened industry and union leaders in Paris today for a final round of negotiations, dubbed the 'pension conclave', aimed at resolving widespread discontent over the 2023 pension reforms, which raised the retirement age from 62 to 64. The reforms, backed by President Macron and passed via Article 49.3 in March 2023, provoked national strikes and fierce protests that paralyzed the country. […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalDomestic funding needed to sustain access to HIV treatment WINDHOEK – Project Manager at the Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG), Edward Shivute has warned that action is needed to maintain essential healthcare services, especially for people on antiretroviral (ARV) treatment, and those with hypertension. In an interview with Future Media, Shivute revealed growing health challenges in the transport sector and pushed for increased domestic funding to sustain medical programmes. Shivute highlighted the success of the WBCG’s roadside wellness […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link WorldSouth Africa’s GOOD Party calls out selective enforcement of international law PRETORIA, South Africa – The GOOD Party in South Africa has criticised the United States and other global powers for selectively applying international law based on strategic interests. “They have a moral and legal obligation to uphold international law—not cherry‑pick when it suits them,” said party secretary-general Brett Herron. Herron’s remarks come amid escalating conflict in the Middle East after U.S. strikes targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities. He echoed South […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link AfricaECOWAS appoints new leader amid regional unrest ABUJA, Nigeria – West African leaders have elected Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio as the new rotational chair of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), succeeding Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, during a summit held in Abuja. The transition comes as the bloc grapples with military coups, increasing jihadist violence, and slow regional trade growth. In his inaugural address, President Bio emphasized four priorities: restoring constitutional order, strengthening […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link AfricaNamibia joins U.S.-Africa business summit in Angola Windhoek, 23 June 2025 – Namibia has officially joined the 17th U.S.–Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Angola, taking place from 22 to 25 June 2025. Held under the theme “Pathways to Prosperity: A Shared Vision for U.S.–Africa Partnership”, the summit brings together more than 1,500 delegates, including African heads of state, senior U.S. officials, and private-sector leaders. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is leading Namibia’s delegation, which includes ministerial figures and […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link AfricaIsrael-Iran conflict sends economic shockwaves through Southern Africa The spiraling conflict between Israel and Iran is beginning to hit closer to home, with economic and political tremors now being felt across Southern Africa and the continent at large. On Friday, South Africa’s currency took a notable knock, with the rand weakening by 1.6% to R18.04 to the US dollar, as jittery investors scrambled for safer assets amid rising global uncertainty. Government bond yields followed suit, with 2035 bonds […] today13 June, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalHealth Ministry eyes digital innovation to bridge access gaps Health Minister, Esperance Luvindao Newly appointed Minister of Health and Social Services, Esperance Luvindao, is prioritising digital health solutions as a means to address the country’s long-standing healthcare access challenges, especially in rural areas. The Minister says digital platforms, such as telemedicine, mobile consultations, and electronic health records, could play a transformative role in reaching communities underserved by traditional health infrastructure. This push aligns with national efforts to modernise public […] today13 June, 2025
