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Published on 13:31 GMT

Self-funded newsman empowers Namibian creatives

Leston Wolher is building Dodoman Media with money earned from employment, hoping to turn Namibia’s creative talent into sustainable businesses while continuing to pursue public-interest journalism, sometimes at his own expense. Wolher says Namibia has no …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on 14:04 GMT

African Women Call for Dedicated Climate Finance to Implement Belém Gender Action Plan

By Imali Ngusale African women activists, feminist leaders, entrepreneurs and climate policy experts are calling for dedicated funding to implement the Belém Gender Action Plan (BGAP), warning that commitments to gender equality in climate action risk …

Source: Africa Science - Pending
Published on 09:31 GMT

African Women Raise Concerns Over Financing for the Belém Gender Action Plan

Nairobi, Kenya – African women activists, feminists, she-entrepreneurs, and regional experts from 20 countries convened at the United Nations Office in Nairobi for a pre-COP31 meeting on climate finance for gender equality. The meeting, dubbed Unlocking …

Source: Top Africa News - Neutral
Published on 13:31 GMT

European Film Festival puts Namibian cinema in spotlight

The European Film Festival will bring Namibian and European cinema together from 20 October to 19 November, with local filmmakers set to share their work alongside productions from eight European Union (EU) member states. The festival was officially …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 15, 2026

BUSINESS TODAY | RESEARCH URGED TO ADDRESS NAMIBIA'S NEEDS

Research should seek to develop solutions tailored to Namibia's needs in various economic sectors. This was the sentiment shared by various speakers at the opening National Students' Research Symposium 2026 in Windhoek on Wednesday. Speakers at …

Source: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation - Pro-Government
Published on 13:53 GMT

YOUNG OBSERVER | President calls for investment in youth sports careersPatience Makwele

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for a sustainable sporting system that creates employment and professional opportunities for young Namibians, saying the country must move beyond sending athletes to international competitions. Speaking at the …

Source: Windhoek Observer - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Namibia to send 12 athletes to Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics

WINDHOEK, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- Namibia will send 12 athletes to compete in seven sports at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the first Olympic event to be held in Africa. The Namibian delegation will compete in athletics, beach volleyball, beach wrestling …

Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 12:03 GMT

Ballotti upset about boxers missing from awards

Deputy sport minister Dino Ballotti has questioned the absence of some boxers’ names among the 2026 Namibia Annual Sport Awards finalists. He says the nominees represent the best of Namibian sport “minus our boxers”. Speaking at the announcement of …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Champion commitments to the ‘Pact for the Future’ into development programmes – Gatefe

By Maxwell Awumah, GNA Ho, Oct 15, GNA – Mr Claver Gatefe, Executive Secretary of Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), has urged African countries to turn the commitments of the Pact for the Future into development programmes backed by adequate financing …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Namibia plans 148 new classrooms, 25 schools to ease overcrowding

The education ministry plans to construct 148 permanent classrooms and 66 pre-primary classrooms across all 14 regions ahead of the 2027 academic year, as the government steps up efforts to address overcrowding and improve access to education. Deputy …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on 11:43 GMT

16 October 2026, World Food Day -Food Sovereignty: An African Food Manifesto

Reclaiming Our Plates Every year, Africa sends US$100 billion abroad to buy food — that is more than what Africa spends on health and education combined. At the same time, Africa sits on 60–65% of the world’s uncultivated arable farmland — an estimated 600 …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on 10:58 GMT

V20 Ministers call for longer-term concessional finance, set next phase of…

Finance ministers representing 77 economies most affected by disasters this week called for a pivot on resilience by prioritising investments in education, health, and clean water. Ministry officials of economies vulnerable to climate change said they are …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Oct 14, 2026

Titus appointed as Namibia’s first Nuclear Commissioner…Nuclear Energy Programme Implementing Organisation is ...

Yesterday, Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare appointed John Titus, Director in the Department of Energy in the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, as Namibia’s first Nuclear Commissioner. The appointment comes as the government strengthens the …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 13, 2026

TotalEnergies anticipates N$33b in local spending… FID would mobilise a dedicated N$827m socio-economic programme

TotalEnergies has pledged to channel about N$33 billion into the domestic economy through local procurement over the life of its proposed Venus oil project, while targeting thousands of jobs, specialised skills development, and a nationwide socio-economic …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 15, 2026

WITBOOI URGES INCLUSIVE EMPLOYMENT

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on employers and the private sector to create more inclusive economic opportunities for people with visual impairments, stressing that skills development must translate into employment and sustainable livelihoods. …

Source: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 13, 2026

On the San Question in Namibia

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) recently announced it would add a weekly Ju/’Hoansi TV news bulletin to its schedule of indigenous languages. Ju/’Hoansi is one of the San languages spoken in Namibia. Although that initiative needs to be …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on Oct 13, 2026

Namibian Leg Promotes Mental Wellness Through Endurance Running

The One Economy Foundation, in partnership with the Windhoek City Runners Club, utilized Namibia's leg of the Africa 7: Run Your Purpose initiative to promote mental resilience, healthy living, and youth development ahead of World Mental Health Day …

Source: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 13, 2026

Africa’s $2.1 trillion ‘sovereignty deficit’ leaves continent exporting capital, UN Assembly told

African leaders have warned that a sovereignty deficit is bleeding the continent of trillions of dollars in capital exported to other countries through mounting external debts and unfair international partnerships, leaving Black nations struggling and …

Source: Peoples Gazette - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Football clubs welcome N$90m Namport investment

Namibian football clubs have welcomed Namport’s N$90 million sponsorship of the country’s football leagues, describing it as a significant investment that could strengthen club operations, improve player welfare and support the development of the game, …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 09:16 GMT

CE meets UN Tourism Secretary-General

MACAU, October 16 - The Chief Executive, Mr Sam Hou Fai, met with the Secretary-General of UN Tourism, Ms Shaikha Al Nuwais, on Thursday (15 October) at the Government Headquarters. Ms Al Nuwais, who has been attending the 12th Global Tourism Economy Forum …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 20:01 GMT

GKSD Chairman Kamel Ghribi Presents US Award for Global Health Leadership to Dr. Tedros at UN General Assembly

The award was presented during a Presidential Roundtable at the Mutual of America in New York, recognizing Dr. Tedros's work in advancing global health access NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On September …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:55 GMT

Market Report on Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Driven Personalized Education Tutoring Platforms Analyzes Market Trends,

The Business Research Company’s Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Driven Personalized Education Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The market for …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 17:37 GMT

World Bank Unveils USD93M to Bolster Africa’s Ebola Response

(MENAFN) The World Bank has committed $93 million in additional funding to reinforce Ebola control efforts across Africa as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) works to contain an ongoing outbreak, according to a statement released Wednesday. Of the …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 23:37 GMT

Minister Thembi Simelane: Distinction Dialogue: Strengthening Municipal Infrastructure and Unlocking Investment

Keynote address by the Minister of Human Settlements, Thembi Simelane, MP, at the Distinction Dialogue: Strengthening Municipal Infrastructure and Unlocking Investment – Building Blocks of Democracy: The Human Settlement Journey Towards Inclusive …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 12:05 GMT

WTO and multilateral partners review progress on supply chain finance initiative

The discussion, organized jointly by the WTO and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), built on commitments made in the 2024 joint statement on Boosting Supply Chain Trade in Emerging Markets. Participants assessed developments since the launch of …

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Published on October 14, 2026 - 16:16 GMT

Statement from U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent for the World Bank Development Committee and IMF ...

This year’s Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank provide an important opportunity to engage on current global economic challenges as well as our work with partners and the international financial institutions to support …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 11:43 GMT

ScholarMuse Introduces an Agent-Native Research Intelligence Platform

Connecting scholarly literature, scientific data, reference verification and figure generation within existing AI agent workflows. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ScholarMuse introduces an agent-native research …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 13:16 GMT

Tomorrow: Virtual Rally Promotes Voting & Participation for All w/ Live Spanish Interpretation & Multi-Language Captions

Stand Up for Science’s Official No Kings Virtual & Accessible Get Out the Vote Rally features Stacey Abrams, Michael Lewis, & more, 17 days ahead of midterms. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Not …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 13:13 GMT

Dr. Zakk Varughese Leads the Gulf Coast Association of REALTISTS® as Chairman and President

Mississippi's No. 1 REALTIST® leads the new NAREB board serving 10 Mississippi Gulf Coast cities BILOXI, MS, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Gulf Coast Association of REALTISTS® (GCAR) announces Dr. Zakk Varughese …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 12:55 GMT

Manifestación Virtual Que Promueve El Voto Anticipado y la Participación de Todos, con Interpretación al Español En Vivo

La manifestación virtual y accesible "No Kings", organizada para promover el voto, contará con la participación de Stacey Abrams, la diputada Adelita Grijalva WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No todos …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 09:23 GMT

Five Reputable Foreign-Related LawServices Providers in 2026: Empowering Cross-border Compliance & Legal Risk Management

China’s Foreign Legal Market Expands as Foreign Law Firm Offices Decline CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SHENZHEN, Guangdong, China — Guangdong Zhiming Law Firm, a Shenzhen-based practice established in …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 12:03 GMT

Nigeria: ICRC-supported health facilities see 18 per cent rise in malnutrition cases

Young children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers are the hardest hit. The increase is sharpest in Mubi, in Adamawa State, where admissions rose by nearly a quarter, from about 4,600 cases in the first nine months of 2025 to around 5,700 over the …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 12:03 GMT

Counterterrorism, IHL and the role of military police

Good afternoon senior leaders, ladies and gentlemen. I wish to thank the People’ Armed Police for the invitation to take part in this important forum. The International Committee of the Red Cross is mandated to help your States prepare during peacetime to …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 21:45 GMT

More Too Life Issues Call for Men’s Healing, Accountability and Participation in Abuse Prevention

More Too Life Issues Call for Men’s Healing, Accountability SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More Too Life, Inc. is calling on community leaders, service providers, fathers and mentors to strengthen abuse …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 20:20 GMT

As CDC Renews Controversial Guinea-Bissau Vaccine Trial, Stand Up for Science Makes Its Field Investigation Public

March 2026 report previously shared only in Congressional briefings documents ethics, consent, and conflict-of-interest concerns WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid reports that CDC intends to fund a …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 19:35 GMT

VMHA Appoints Dr. Sylvester to Expand Independent Medical Opinion Services and Detailed Nexus Rationale for Veterans

Frisco psychology practice expands doctoral clinical team to deliver evaluations and clearly documented medical reasoning for VA claims nationwide FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VMHA (Veteran Mental Health …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

Nashville Indian American Artist and Guinness World Record Holder Prana Kishore Secures 5 Official Grammy Entries

PLUR D(Peace,Love,Unity,Respect,Diversity)Anthem for Social Change Empowering Young adults to reject Synthetic Drugs.Adhishankara’s Nirvana Dasakam Who are you? NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recording …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 17:32 GMT

Taiwan and the Holy See Turn H.O.P.E. into Action

A Rome reception for Taiwan’s 115th National Day highlights 400 years of Catholic ties and cooperation benefiting more than 50,000 people. ROME, ROME, ITALY, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Embassy of the R.O.C. (Taiwan) to the Holy …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation Marks Centennial With Partnership Advancing Compassionate Grief Care

Marking 100 years since her birth, the EKR Foundation partners with INELDA to bring Elisabeth Kübler-Ross's pioneering teachings to a new generation. SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A century after Dr. …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 15:51 GMT

Dr. Okah 'Justin' Anyokwu of Avant Psychiatry Highlights the Mental Health Impact of Domestic Violence

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Avant Psychiatry emphasizes recognizing emotional harm and connecting survivors with compassionate mental health support. MARIETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 15:07 GMT

Rise & Shine Social Enterprise Named Most Trusted Business — Springfield

Springfield disability support provider recognized for a 4.8-star rating based on overall reviews. SPRINGFIELD, OR, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rise & Shine Social Enterprise has received the Most Trusted Business …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

The Miniature Medical Connectors Market is Projected to Reach $2.5 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion

The Business Research Company’s Miniature Medical Connectorse Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An evolving healthcare landscape …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:57 GMT

The Aircraft Exhaust System Market Is Projected to Reach $1.71 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion

The Business Research Company’s Aircraft Exhaust System Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The aircraft exhaust system market …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:55 GMT

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Vehicle Inspection System Market is Expected to Experience Steady Growth at a 17.1%

The Business Research Company’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Vehicle Inspection Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:27 GMT

Boulder Crest Seeks Research Participants to Explore the Potential for Growth Among Professionals Working with Trauma

New study with Abilene Christian University examines Vicarious Posttraumatic Growth & the positive changes that may emerge from helping others. BLUEMONT, VA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What happens to the people …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:26 GMT

Media Advisory: East African Community Convene’s 2nd Annual East African Mental Health Summit

Leaders to establish regional framework KAMPALA, NEW JERSEY, UGANDA, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On October 21st and 22nd, the East African Community (EAC) will convene government officials and civil society representatives for the …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

BOULDER ARTIST GARY ROSEN TAKES AIM AT AMERICA’S COMPLICATED RELATIONSHIP WITH GUNS IN NEW SINGLE 'REMINGTON BULLETS'

From Rosen’s forthcoming EP, The Political Project, the song explores normalized gun violence, entertainment’s influence, and contradictions in American life. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boulder-based singer- …

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