Future Media News
Future Media News is Namibia's leading news brand, established in 2019. The podcast aims to be independent, accurate, and timely, following the ethical guidelines of the Editors Forum of Namibia and the Media Ombudsman. It covers national, regional, and international news stories, providing listeners with a balanced view to form their own opinions. The content is broadcast across all Future Media radio station platforms and is available on various social media and podcasting platforms.
Episodes
14 August-8am news
# Disability Benefits Increased by 5%....
# Annual Inflation Accelerates in July....
# South Africa: Private Sector Boosts Foot-and-Mouth Disease Response .....
# Zambia Votes as Hichilema Seeks Second Term......PLUS
# US Says Iran Naval Blockade Can Continue Indefinitely Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
14 August-7am news
# Inflation Rises to 4.4% in July....
# Government Institutions Pension Fund Approves 5% Disability Benefit Increase....
# South AfricaPresident Backs Independent Transmission Company .....
# Uganda Keeps Key Lending Rate at 9.75%......PLUS
#In the U.S, Scott Jennings Emerges as Frontrunner for White House Press Secretary Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
13 August-7am news
# NamRA Launches Customs Education Campaign....
# Domestic Businesses Urged to Tap China Zero-Tariff Deal....
# South Africa Launches Electronic Travel Authorisation .....
# Zimbabwe Declares Disaster After Lake Kariba Boat Capsizes ......PLUS
# US Media Groups Sue Trump Over Truth Social Subscription Service Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
13 August-8am news
# Local Firms Encouraged to Boost China Exports...
# NamRA Campaign Targets Online Shoppers and Small Importers....
# South Africa’s ANC Vows Tougher Action on Municipal Corruption .....
# Technology and Reserves Could Cushion Global Food Supply ......PLUS
#In America, Leavitt to Leave White House Press Role.. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
12 August-8am news
# Kunene Committee Flags Triple V Mining....
# Former Minister Shifeta Addresses Sandpiper Project....
# In S.A, Rise Mzansi Calls for New Economic Approach.....
# Libya Oil Refinery Hit by Drone Strike ......PLUS
#In the U.S, Trump Faces Backlash Over Vaccine Order. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
12 August-7am news
# Former Environment Minister Shifeta Backs Sandpiper...
# Kunene Mining Activities Under Scrutiny....
# DA Warns of Rising Unemployment in South Africa.....
# Lungu Dispute Shapes Zambia Election......PLUS
# Rescuers Race to Find Survivors in Colombia Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
11 August-8am news
# New Deals Signed to Boost Vocational Training....
# Property Market Growth Slows....
# South Africa Police Probe Intensifies After Reiger Park Killings...
# Nigeria’s Local Crude Supply Nearly Doubles ......PLUS
# Republican Senator Challenges Trump Vaccine Order. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
11 August-7am news
# House Prices Continue to Rise....
# Training Authority Signs Skills Training Deals....
# South Africa’s Good Party Condemns Grant Appeal .....
# South Sudanese Whistleblower Released ......PLUS
# Blanche Sworn In as United States Attorney General Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
10 August - Top Stories
Tobacco use and vaping remain growing health concerns, while the Social Security Commission prepares to raise contribution ceilings from September.
Also, Malala Yousafzai calls for action against gender apartheid in Afghanistan, and thousands of languages worldwide face the risk of disappearing. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
10 August -5 pm news
The Social Security Commission will raise its contribution ceiling from September, while COSATU warns of a growing media jobs crisis as Media24 and eNCA plan cuts. And the US Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general, and thousands of languages worldwide face the threat of extinction. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
10 August - 1 pm news
The National Assembly Speaker calls for better cooperation and attendance, while Malala Yousafzai urges South Africa to stand with Afghan women facing gender apartheid. Also, Zambia prepares for a closely watched presidential election, and experts examine tobacco use and the latest developments in the Gaza peace process. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
10 August-7am news
# President Urges Efficient Resource Management....
# Meatco Calls for Feedlot Investment...
# Madonsela Appointment Disclosure Referred to Impeachment Committee in South Africa.....
# African Trade Insurer Targets $2 Billion Capital Boost ......PLUS
# Iran Rejects Direct US Talks Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
10 August-8am news
# Meatco Seeks Boost in Cattle Supply....
# Nandi-Ndaitwah Rejects Resource Excuses...
#In S.A, ANC Rejects Poll Showing DA Lead in Johannesburg.....
# Nigeria Army Rescues 33 Kidnap Victims ......PLUS
# Netanyahu Rejects Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan.. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
Week in Review - 8 August
Charene Labuschagne crowned Miss Namibia 2026, Parliament urged to put citizens first, and Namibia's Women's Conference spotlights financial independence. Plus, South Africa's Expropriation Act fight, DRC's Ebola cases top 4,000, and CAF stands firmly behind FIFA's Infantino. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
7 August - Top Stories
Only 74% of SOEs have aligned strategic plans with NDP6, while the government allocates N$2.07 billion to rail, roads and a new national airline. Plus, Cosatu welcomes South Africa's new Employment Services Amendment Bill, and Trump signs orders targeting birthright citizenship and birth tourism. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
7 August - 5 pm news
Government commits N$2.07 billion to rail, roads and a new national airline, while DRC's Ebola outbreak passes 4,000 cases. Plus, Iran warns Gulf states of retaliation against regional energy infrastructure if the US strikes again. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
7 August - 1 pm news
SOEs urged to modernise infrastructure, African Trade and Investment Development Insurance agency eyes $2bn as investment launchpad, and South Africa's textile sector hit by worker shortages post-protests. Plus, South Korea's deadly heatwave forces emergency government action. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
7 August-8am news
# Record Turnout Highlights Mining Sector Growth....
# New Satellite Deal Targets Digital Growth....
# South Africa: Investigating Directorate Against Corruption investigations head Raises Concerns Over Crime Intelligence Probe .....
# Congo: Hundreds Screened After Suspected Ebola Case on Boat ......PLUS
# SpaceX shares monitored after insider sale window opens Future Media News Podcasts Webp
7 August-7am news
# Satellite Internet Partnership to Transform Business Connectivity....
# Mining Expo Sets New Exhibitor Record....
# South Africa’s Ramaphosa Highlights Sasol’s Economic Role .....
# Nigeria Leads $3.1 Billion Customs Upgrade Deal ......PLUS
# AI firms report rogue model breaches .. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
6 August-6am news
# Outjo Resident Urges Municipality to Consider Elderly Registration Initiative....
# Marshall Rangers Urge Ocean Safety During Baptisms and School Activities....
# Police Interference Claims Rock South Africa's Madlanga Commission......PLUS
# Bangladesh Condemns India Over Hasina Virtual Address Future Media News Podcasts Webpage
