President Nandi-Ndaitwah is marking the International Day of the African Child and reaffirming government investment in education and child welfare. Afreximbank cancels its annual meeting amid rising Ebola concerns in Central Africa. And eight people are killed in a US B-52 bomber crash during a test flight, with investigations now underway. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

NIPDB launches SME Fund… Ebola cases rise in DRC… South Korea’s former president sentenced… Namibia marks World Blood Donor Day. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

The Electricity Control Board reaffirms its independence, while the ||Kharas Governor urges young people to prepare for opportunities in Namibia’s growing green industrial sector. We also cover Nigeria’s repatriation of citizens from South Africa. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

NAMBTS launches its nationwide winter blood donation campaign, while MTC announces plans to discontinue its free SMS service from September. We also look at the EU's order for Meta to allow rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp.

Plus, the STEM Africa Programme aims to equip 4,000 young people across the continent with STEM and artificial intelligence skills. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

Prosecutor-General candidates fail competency test, prompting a restart of the selection process as Martha Imalwa remains in office under an extended contract. Sudanese man is due in court in Belfast over a knife attack linked to overnight unrest. NASA announces the Artemis III crew for upcoming lunar lander tests ahead of future moon missions. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

CRAN confirms Starlink has filed a reconsideration request over its rejected licence application, while Canal+ faces growing investor concerns over its MultiChoice takeover.

We also look at mounting pressure on the United States to help end the Iran-Israel conflict and FNB Namibia being recognised as Africa’s Best SME Bank for 2026. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

Government pushes for a human-centred approach to artificial intelligence, as South Africa tightens immigration laws while Nigeria prepares repatriation flights. Meanwhile, ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan is suspended amid sexual abuse allegations. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

Government calls for a human-centred approach to AI at the International Labour Conference, while CRAN confirms Starlink has filed a reconsideration request after its licence rejection.

We also cover Saftu’s call for action against anti-foreigner violence in South Africa and the suspension of ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

CRAN faces growing pressure over its Starlink licence decision, while Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi defends controversial speed humps and announces a digital overhaul of Namibia’s learner’s licence system. Meanwhile, regional unity and women’s leadership take centre stage in Southern Africa, as teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli storms to another Formula One victory. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

Debate grows over speed humps on the bypass as Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi insists the measures are about saving lives, not slowing drivers down. Meanwhile, media freedom in Namibia comes under review, black rhinos return to Zimbabwe’s Zambezi Valley, and tensions flare again between Israel and Iran. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage