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Int’l Reggae Day 2025 builds momentum
The Gleaner
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June 30, 2025
With the theme ‘One Love. One Voice. One Day’, International Reggae Day (IRD) 2025 is striking a powerful chord worldwide, uniting fans, creatives, and media partners in celebration of reggae’s message of unity, truth, and cultural pride. On July...
O&L welcomes emerging talent
New Era
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The Ohlthaver & List Group (O&L) has welcomed 13 new graduates into its 2025 Emerging Talent programme, reinforcing the group’s commitment to developing the country’s future workforce and addressing the critical challenges of youth unemployment,...
Manor Gardens prodigy shines at prestigious music competition
Berea Mail
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July 10, 2025
AT just 11 years old Adriaan Spies, a musical prodigy from Manor Gardens, is already making waves in the South African classical music scene. The Grade Five Manor Gardens Primary School learner is one of only three primary school children from KZN...
New Unesco Chair at NUST to digitise indigenous knowledge
Namibian Sun
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July 9, 2025
Indigenous knowledge will not just be stored but will guide how digital tools are built, using the principles of Ubuntu and co-design. The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) on Wednesday launched the United Nations Educational,...
ECN submits 2024 election performance and post-poll report
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has submitted the performance assessment and post-election report for the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections. The report was presented in the National Assembly by the Deputy Speaker of the...
Unemployment Affects GDP Growth, Strains Economic Stability, And Disrupts Social Web
Villager
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July 9, 2025
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama Namibia is one of Africa’s most resource-rich countries in terms of people and minerals alike. Namibia’s position, in my opinion, can be improved by changing the people’s mindset, which is characterised by a high level of...
One of the World’s Most Remote Islands Is Now More Accessible Than Ever
Vogue - New York
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July 2, 2025
Saint Helena’s biodiversity has been under threat since the first known human arrival, beginning with the Portuguese in 1502. The island later passed briefly through Dutch hands before being settled by the British East India Company in the 17th...
Vedanta Empire on the Brink? Viceroy Research Alleges Ponzi-like Structure, US$5.6Bn Cash Shortfall, Hidden Loans
Moneylife India
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In a blistering new report, activist short seller Viceroy Research has accused mining and metals conglomerate Vedanta Resources Ltd (VRL) and its listed Indian arm, Vedanta Ltd (VEDL), of running what it calls a ‘Ponzi-like structure’ sustained by...
PM Modi concludes five-nation tour, Netanyahu's Gaza plan sparks controversy, more
India Today
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July 9, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his five-nation tour, including his visit to Namibia where he signed MOUs in health, medicine, biofuel, and infrastructure. The show also discusses Netanyahu's controversial plan for Gaza, which critics call...
O&L opens doors to young talent
Namibian Sun
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July 9, 2025
The Ohlthaver & List Group (O&L) has officially welcomed 13 young professionals into its ‘Emerging Talent 2025’ programme. The initiative aims to nurture future professionals while addressing Namibia’s high youth unemployment rate. The recent...
San community centres grow their own food
Windhoek Observer
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Allexer Namundjembo Palms for Life (Namibia) is addressing food insecurity in marginalised communities by establishing vegetable gardens at six of its ten Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres serving San communities. “These gardens are not...
India News | Multiple Bomb Threat Emails Received at Civil Courts Across Himachal Create Panic, Kullu Bar Association Urges Govt for Action
Latestly
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July 9, 2025
Kullu (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 9 (ANI): Multiple bomb threat emails targeting court complexes and an elite educational institution in Himachal Pradesh triggered panic early Wednesday morning, prompting large-scale evacuations and...
Barefoot Region 5 race raises alarm over athlete welfare
Namibian Sun
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July 10, 2025
‘Shameful’ lack of support criticised The education ministry says it has contacted coaches to ensure all young athletes receive the necessary gear while the public can also assist. Elizabeth Kheibes 3 Hours Ago - 2025-07-10 00:00:00 Concerns have...
PM Modi Arrives In Ghana For First Bilateral Visit In Over 30 Years, Receives Guard Of Honour And 21-Gun Salute
News24
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July 2, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Accra, Ghana on Wednesday and received a warm welcome by Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama. A Guard of Honour, along with a 21-gun salute, was presented to the PM Modi. This is his first-ever bilateral...
World News | Ukraine's Zelenskyy Meets with Pope Leo XIV; Both Propose Vatican as Site for Peace Talks
Latestly
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July 9, 2025
Castel Gandolfo (Italy), Jul 9 (AP) Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday and thanked him for the Vatican's efforts to help return children taken by Russia. Both he and Leo suggested the Vatican could host peace...
Philip Keripuu Tjerije: The stalwarts who kept Swapo’s name alive
Windhoek Observer
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Joshua Razikua Kaumbi At the time of paying tribute to Immanuel Ngatjizeko my article was dedicated to Philip Keripuu Tjerije – a live tribute. Well, now Philip Keripuu Tjerije has died. I would always call him Comrade Senior as I would pose the...
PM Modi embarks on Africa & Latin America tour; Know more about the longest foreign trip in 11 years
Organiser Weekly
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In a bold diplomatic manoeuvre aimed at deepening energy ties, strengthening defence partnerships, cultural ties and expanding India’s presence across two continents, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an eight-day, five-nation tour...
Consumers cut non-essential spending
New Era
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With households across Namibia faced by rising food, fuel and rent prices, financial survival strategies have become essential. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures released in June 2024 reveal that the price of fruits has risen by more...
NAC’s Uganda GBV model scales down Intimate Partner Violence
The News Hawks
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July 8, 2025
BY BRENNA MATENDERE ANNASTANCIA Zendakwaye, National Aids Council’s District AIDS Coordinator for Zaka, has revealed how a model to tackle Gender Based Violence which originated in Uganda titled SASA, has gone a long way in scaling down Intimate...
School Assembly News Headlines, 10 July 2025: Top national, international, sports, and business updates
The Economic Times
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July 9, 2025
Here is the school assembly news bulletin for Thursday, 10 July 2025. This summary highlights key national and international events. Covering updates from politics, public policy, technology, education, sports, and environmental issues, these...