Future Media News Bulletins
Daily bulletins from Namibia's award winning news team.
Independent, Accurate, and On-Time
Independent, Accurate, and On-Time
5 December - 1 pm news
From NamPower’s new 45 MW energy storage project and South Africa’s extended Home Affairs hours, to Tanzania’s struggling tourism and Japan’s ongoing Fukushima wastewater release. Stay informed, independent, and on time with Future Media News.
5 Decemeber-8am news
# NAMDIA and Namibian Police Join Forces on Security.... #Swapo Win a Mandate, Not a Comfort Zone — Nandi-Ndaitwah.... # November Inflation Hits 3.4 Percent..... #South African Police Minister Disbands Task Team Over Abuses ......PLUS #US “reviewing” Tanzania relationship following election violence
5 December-7am news
#Head Of State Urges Leaders to Guard Against Complacency.... # NAMDIA Partners with Police to Secure Diamond Operations.... # Inflation Inches Up to 3.4 Percent ..... # South Africa Won’t Push for G20 Boycott, Says Ramaphosa ......PLUS # Spain, Netherlands, Ireland Boycott Eurovision Over Israel Entry
4 December - Top Stodies
Dashcams on the horizon as government moves to curb rising road crashes — and Riruako takes aim at the new housing task force. Meanwhile, Botswana keeps its repo rate steady as South Africa’s Madlanga Inquiry hears fresh claims of corruption.
4 December - 5 pm news
Riruako slams the new housing task force while South Africa’s trade minister doubles down on economic transformation. Meanwhile, Botswana holds its repo rate steady in the new governor’s first decision.
4 December - 1 pm news
AfDB lines up $1.78bn for Namibia; meanwhile, the government opens consultations on mandatory dashcams. As malaria cases climb to 282 million, the Senzo Meyiwa trial pushes on despite delays. And in India, IndiGo Airlines faces nationwide disruptions after system failures.
4 December-8am news
# Chronic Malnutrition Among Children Increases.... # BoN Maintains Repo Rate Amid Moderate Growth.... #In S.A, Batohi Seeks Misconduct Charge in Chauke Inquiry ..... # France Condemns Algerian Court Decision Against Journalist......PLUS #In America, GOP wins House seat in Tennessee but slashes Trump margin.
4 December-7am news
# Repo Rate Held at 6.50% to Support Stability.... # Child Stunting Rises to 30%.... # South Africa Criticizes US for G20 Protocol Breach..... # Kenya Parliamentary Inquiry Criticizes British Troops for Misconduct ......PLUS #In The U.S, ICE reportedly readies operation targeting Somalis in Minnesota.
3 December-8am news
# Swapo Regains Ground as Voters Prioritise Service Delivery says Analyst.... # President Nandi-Ndaitwah Names Amutse to Key Energy and Industry Portfolio.... # Supreme Court Welcomes First Female Permanent Judge ..... # DRC Army, M23 Rebels Accuse Each Other of Ceasefire Breaches ......PLUS #Trump repeats threat that land strikes in…
3 December-7am news
# Amutse Appointed as New Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy.... # Poor Service Delivery Shifts Voter Support, Says Analyst Kudumo.... # Esie Schimming-Chase Becomes First Female Permanent Supreme Court Judge ..... # Guinea-Bissau Election Disrupted After Armed Seizure ......PLUS #US Homeland Security calls for "full travel ban" on "invaders"
2 December-8am news
# Legal Concerns Raised Over Cancelled Councillor Swearing-In. #Erongo Regional Council Staff Participate in Revamp Workshop.... # S.A’s Mashatile Highlights Progress on TB Treatment and ARVs ..... # Orano Warns of Safety Risks After Uranium Shipment Leaves Niger Mine ......PLUS #Hong Kong arrests more suspects in fire probe as death…
2 December-7am news
# Erongo Council Holds Workshop to Revamp Operations.... # IPC Slams Cancellation of Councillor Swearing-In.... #In S.A, Severe Storms Batter Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga ..... # Nigeria Offers Embassy Protection to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Candidate After Coup ......PLUS #In America...White House confirms Hegseth “authorized” second hit on suspected Carribean drug boat
1 December - 5 pm news
The central bank, BON, forecasts slower GDP growth in 2025, Guinea-Bissau’s ousted president lands in Brazzaville after a military coup, and Ukraine reports progress in peace talks with the US. Plus, a Walvis Bay designer earns global praise for Miss Namibia’s national costume.
1 December - 1 pm news
Namibia reports about 230 000 people living with HIV as World AIDS Day is commemorated. South Africa returns to the International Maritime Organisation Council, DRC and Rwanda presidents head to Washington to sign a peace deal, and Israel’s Netanyahu seeks a presidential pardon.
1 December-8am news
# BoN Warns of Slower Domestic Growth as Global Risks Persist.... # Analysts Credit Swapo Win to Policy Shift.... # Fuel Costs Increase in December ..... # Ramaphosa Hails G20 Declaration as Win for Multilateral Cooperation ......PLUS # India’s PM Modi's office steps in as pollution crisis in Delhi worsens
1 December-7am news
# December Fuel Prices Set to Rise.... # Swapo Lead Reflects Voter Confidence, according to analysts.... # Domestic Growth Slows Amid Manufacturing and Mining Weakness..... # South Africa’s G20 Leadership Boosts Continental Agenda – Ramaphosa ......PLUS #Mourners pay tribute to Hong Kong fire victims.
Week in Review - 29 November 2025
Namibia marks a medical milestone with its first stem cell transplant, while low voter turnout and Swapo’s strong preliminary lead shape this week’s political landscape. Across the continent, anti-illicit finance efforts ramp up, the G20 faces reform calls, and global tensions simmer from Guinea-Bissau to Ukraine.
28 November - Top Stories
Swapo holds a strong preliminary lead in 56 constituencies as election results roll in, while Namibia’s hotel occupancy dips heading into the festive season. Plus, a South African tendpreneur denies links to a high-profile kidnapping, and Russia signals conditions for ending the war in Ukraine.
28 November - 5 pm news
Namport issues a N$100 million dividend, Solidarity warns of major job losses in South Africa, and the U.S. announces a permanent halt on migration from third-world countries. Plus, President Trump honours a fallen National Guard member after a fatal shooting near the White House.
28 November - 1 pm news
Swapo secures preliminary wins in 56 constituencies, rabies hits Pelican Point seals, and South Africa’s EFF marches to court over the Phala Phala case. Plus, Amnesty warns of continued threats to civilians in Gaza.