Tonata Kadhila, Author at Future Media News

A pensioner in Ou-Cordon allegedly raped granddaughter

A 62-year-old man was arrested on Thursday for allegedly raping his 8-year-old granddaughter on two occasions at Ou-Cordon village, in Mankumpi Constituency in the Kavango West region. The incident that was reported yesterday happened at around 20h00, and the minors' mother reported the incident to the police. According to Chief Inspector Raimbert Muronga, the suspect called the minor into his sleeping room on two separate occasions and raped her. […]

7 February, 2025

Business / Economics

TotalEnergies revises Venus oilfield production target

TotalEnergies has delayed its final investment decision on its offshore oil project in Namibia, with a new target set for 2026, according to CEO Patrick Pouyanne. The company has also adjusted its production forecast for the Venus oilfield, now aiming for 150,000 barrels per day, down from the previous expectation of 160,000 barrels per day, following updated projections shared at its investor day in October. According to Reuters, […]

7 February, 2025

World

Amnesty International criticizes Trump’s sanctions against ICC

Amnesty International says US President Donald Trump’s executive order imposing economic sanctions against the International Criminal Court is reckless and vindictive. The order imposes asset freezes and travel bans against ICC staff who were involved in efforts to investigate or prosecute US citizens and certain allies, including Israel. Amnesty International says institutions like the ICC are needed more than ever, to advance human rights protections, prevent future […]

7 February, 2025

Namibia

Man dies during an NDF recruitment training

A man identified as Andrea Kaurembi Kambimba (20) died on Wednesday while participating in a Namibian Defence Force (NDF) recruitment training in Rundu, Kavango East Region. According to police crime investigations coordinator, Bonifatius Kanyetu, the deceased collapsed during a 2.5 kilometer race between Rundu Youth Centre and Rundu Vocational Training Centre in Kehemu. Kambimba was rushed to Rundu State Hospital by the NDF medical team, where he was […]

7 February, 2025

Namibia

President Mbumba launches Geingob’s biography

President Nangolo Mbumba officially launched the book Whispers of Freedom: The Political Odyssey of Hage G. Geingob on 6 February 2025, in Windhoek. The biography, authored by Dr. Audrin Mathe, chronicles the late President’s political journey, leadership style, and contributions to Namibia’s nation-building efforts. Speaking at the launch, Mbumba highlighted the book’s significance in preserving the country's history and offering insights into Geingob’s vision. He noted that Whispers […]

7 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Namibia’s trade deficit improves in December 2024

Namibia’s trade balance showed a notable improvement in December 2024, standing at a deficit of N$119 million. This marks a significant reduction from the previous month's deficit of N$5.5 billion and December 2023’s deficit of N$969 million. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency's latest Trade International merchandise trade bulletin, South Africa continued to be Namibia’s largest import market, while China remained the top destination for Namibia’s exports. […]

6 February, 2025

World

US executive orders to impact United Nations work

The UN Human Rights Council meeting on the human rights situation in Ukraine The White House has issued new executive orders that will further affect the cooperative and multilateral operations of the United Nations. These moves come just two weeks after the United States declared its withdrawal from the World Health Organisation (WHO). US withdraws from UN Agencies President Trump’s directive, issued on Tuesday, confirms that the United States will […]

6 February, 2025

South Africa

US secretary of State won’t attend the G20 Summit in South Africa in protest over the Land Expropriation Act

US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, says he will not attend the G20 Summit in South Africa later this month, in protest over the country’s Land Expropriation Act. In a post on social media platform X, Rubio says South Africa is doing very bad things, expropriating private property while using the G20 to promote solidarity, equality, and sustainability. He says his job is to advance America's national interests, […]

6 February, 2025

Namibia

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern and central Namibia

The Namibia Meteorological Service, in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, has issued a severe weather warning for moderate to widespread thunderstorms expected in parts of the Northern-Central, North-West, Otjozondjupa, and Khomas regions. Flash floods are likely in some areas, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The Zambezi Region remains particularly vulnerable, as it regularly experiences seasonal flooding due to its proximity […]

6 February, 2025