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France emissions cuts slow again "climate targets off track
8+ hour, 57+ min ago (354+ words) PARIS " France's cuts to greenhouse gas emissions slowed for a second straight year in 2025 and remain well below what is needed to meet its climate goals, according to government-commissioned data published yesterday. The slowdown comes as other major economies also…...
Ruacana economy boosted by Easter sports tournament
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (494+ words) RUACANA " The usually quiet town of Ruacana was transformed into a vibrant hub of activity over the Easter weekend as thousands of visitors, traders and sports enthusiasts flocked to the town for the 15th edition of the Ruacana annual easter tournament,…...
Rugby needs more expansion " Kambatuku "calls for youth development
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (902+ words) GOBABIS " Namibia's promising rugby player Mc Henry Kambatuku says there is disparity in terms of rugby development in the country, and much focus is given to the senior national men's team only. The 20-year-old University of Namibia (Unam) player expressed…...
Angola flooding death toll rises to 30
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (196+ words) LUANDA " Torrential rains that swept across Angola in recent days have killed more than 30 people, according to a new toll reported yesterday by Angolan public television. The storm has triggered flash floods that inundated streets and damaged infrastructure in the…...
Built on the cut " New Era
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (608+ words) In Okuryangava, where small businesses fight to stay afloat, Helao Andreas Kakaya has turned a childhood idea into a working livelihood, one haircut at a time. Kakaya, who owns Kakaya Barber Shop and Salon, did not arrive in the trade…...
Raid hits Beirut's southern suburbs
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (376+ words) BEIRUT " An Israeli strike hit Beirut's southern suburbs yesterday as Israel's army said it was targeting Hezbollah, with the raid sending a large plume of smoke billowing across the skyline. The state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported the strike on…...
Bank Windhoek powers Ramblers tournament
1+ week, 8+ hour ago (223+ words) With an increased sponsorship of N$300 000, the Bank Windhoek Ramblers Soccer Tournament will host its fifth edition in Windhoek and Keetmanshoop in June 2026." The competition aims to provide a structured environment in which emerging players can develop their skills, gain…...
ALV Engineers score big beyond the pitch
1+ week, 8+ hour ago (233+ words) While many corporate brands limit their role in sport to sponsorship, ALV Consulting Engineers is taking a more hands-on approach, building teams, backing tournaments, and investing in the future of Namibian football. A subsidiary of the ALV Africa Group, ALV…...
Nuyoma SS hosts impressive cultural festival
1+ week, 1+ day ago (275+ words) Nuuyoma Secondary School hosted its cultural festival last week, where 28 schools from Oshana, Ohangwena and Omusati took part in the competition. They showcased their talent in cultural dancing, drama about the roots of their ancestors and showing materials that are…...
Telecom rewards'Gladiators with smartphones
1+ week, 1+ day ago (209+ words) Telecom Namibia has rewarded the Brave Gladiators with 30 smartphones following their historic triumph at the Hollywoodbets COSAFA Women's Championship. The handover took place in Windhoek on Monday, recognising the senior women's national football team and its technical staff for their…...