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Ben Hania: Creative evolution of double Oscar-nominated Hind Rajab film director
The National News
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Kaouther Ben Hania has established herself as one of the most distinctive voices in Arab cinema, blending documentary realism with bold narrative experimentation. In doing so, she continues the legacy of pioneering Tunisian filmmakers such as...
Cultural and Historic Tourism Untapped, Amplification Needed
Villager
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August 29, 2025
By: Dwight Links Governors Kadiva Hamutumwa and Johannes Khamuseb both wish to harness the untapped potential of their regions to increase the tourism sector’s presence in their respective regions. Otjozondjupa governor Khamuseb noted that his...
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for Unity and Economic Resilience at Heroes’ Day Commemoration
Alexa.ng
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August 26, 2025
Katima Mulilo, Namibia – In a stirring address at the 59th annual Heroes’ Day commemoration held on August 26, 2025, in Katima Mulilo, Zambezi Region, Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged citizens to unite and channel their collective...
Babatunde Adepoju Granted Malawian Citizenship, Set to Boost Flames Squad
Malawi Freedom Network
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September 3, 2025
Lilongwe, Malawi – FCB Nyasa Big Bullets striker Babatunde Adepoju has officially become a Malawian citizen after receiving his citizenship certificate today, opening the door for him to represent the Malawi National Football Team, the Flames, in...
Rew who? Somerset schoolboy is one of England’s best batting prospects
The Guardian
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September 3, 2025
As Thomas Rew reached the edge of the field he was greeted by elder brother James with the pair sharing the warmest of embraces, an open show of affection, Rew says, that are saved for “special occasions”. 8 August 2025 more than ticked that box....
Health drive distributes 6 000 condoms in Oshana
Windhoek Observer
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Justicia Shipena A total of 6 000 condoms were distributed during a recent sexual and reproductive health outreach in the Oshana region. The initiative reached close to 950 students and community members. The outreach was organised by the #BeFree...
The Namibian @40: Christof Maletsky
The Namibian
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August 28, 2025
Christof Maletsky started as a freelance journalist at The Namibian in June 1992. He became a full-time employee in January 1993, and over the next 26 years he wore the hats of deputy news editor, acting editor and managing editor. Prior to that,...
GAMBIA PREPARES TO HOST FIRST U-18 AFRICAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL CUP–Morocco confirms participation
The Standard Gambia
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August 28, 2025
- Advertisement - As The Gambia prepares to host the first African U-18 beach volleyball cup, Morocco has confirmed it will take part in the competition which starts from September 2-7 in Banjul. The championship is being organised the African...
Nekundi: Namibia to launch new national airline …focus on building sustainable company from ground up
New Era
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Namibia is moving forward with plans to launch a new national airline, but it will not revive the defunct Air Namibia name. This as revealed by works and transport Minister Veikko Nekundi. Speaking to New Era last week, he said the focus is on...
Where is home? Land, home and belonging in land reform areas in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwean
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September 2, 2025
As part of our ongoing research on Zimbabwe’s land reform after 25 years, we have been exploring what is meant by ‘home’ and ‘belonging’. Across around 100 interviews undertaken in all our sites, we have asked two simple questions. Firstly, ‘where...
Why some companies have suffered 'zero returns' from AI investments
The National News
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Despite billions being spent over the past few years on artificial intelligence investments, a recent MIT Media Lab report found 95 per cent of organisations have produced zero returns so far. But is that really the case for companies who are...
Father mourns sisters who died in Mariental crash
The Namibian
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September 2, 2025
“They wanted to see their children grow up, put them through school and live long enough to bury them.” These are the chilling words of Berend Jagger, the father of Diana Jagger (29) and Roseltha Higoam (35), the two civilians who died in a...
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4 Safari Experiences That Combine Wildlife and Wellness, According to a Travel Advisor
Travel + Leisure
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A guided walk through the savanna landscape at Singita Grumeti in Tanzania. Ross Couper/Singita Grumeti Wellness safaris in Africa combine exciting wildlife encounters with restorative wellness practices to facilitate moments of personal...
OBSERVER DAILY | From scare Namibia to Air Namibia
Windhoek Observer
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When Air Namibia was grounded and liquidated in 2021, the decision was framed as bold fiscal discipline. After all, the airline had swallowed more than N$11 billion in government bailouts over two decades without ever finding sustainable...
This is the most expensive vacation for US travelers in 2025 — and no, it's not Antarctica
AOL
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Edwin Remsberg/Getty Images Houses in a small village are in front of a volcanic mountain in Rwanda.As Americans examine their travel budgets for the rest of 2025, one destination has emerged as the most expensive. The African country of Rwanda is...
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This Is the Most Expensive Vacation for U.S. Travelers in 2025—and No, It's Not Antarctica
Travel + Leisure
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As Americans examine their travel budgets for the rest of 2025, one destination has emerged as the most expensive. The African country of Rwanda is the priciest destination for American travelers this year, according to a report from Faye Travel...
High expectations ahead of Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Zimbabwe Tourism Authority VICTORIA FALLS, Aug 26 (NewsDay Live) - More than 300 companies and six other countries have confirmed their participation at the highly anticipated 18th Edition of the Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo scheduled for the...
Namibian delegation meets Japanese Prime Minister
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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The Namibian delegation, led by Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, met with Ishiba Shigeru, Prime Minister of Japan, today. During the meeting, the two sides held discussions on matters of mutual concern and reaffirmed the strong bonds of...
Morocco to Take Part in First U-18 African Beach Volleyball Cup in Gambia
Morocco News
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Tuesday 26 August 2025 The Moroccan U-18 national beach volleyball team will take part, on September 2-7 in Banjul, in the first edition of the Africa Cup of Nations held at the initiative of the African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB). This...
The Sports Report: Venice Beach players honor Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles Times
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August 26, 2025
From Benjamin Royer: Venice Beach carried all the traits of a party Sunday evening: 90s R&B tunes from DJs, social influencers — with tripods in tow — showing up to get a view of the basketball courts to find out what the fuss was all about and...