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Namdeb unveils Namibia's biggest diamond in 20 years, South Africa's medicine prices increase by 2.88% tomorrow, and a German astronaut heads to Namibia. Also, Ebola cases in the DRC pass eight thousand, and former US special counsel Jack Smith tells lawmakers he will not be "silenced". Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

Anti-Corruption Commission gets a new boss, South Africa summons the US ambassador for a third time, and Morocco appoints its first woman Prime Minister. Plus, a South African Reserve Bank warning on cyberattacks and the global financial system, and the UN condemns a deadly airstrike on a Myanmar market. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# EU Warns of FMD Threat to Livestock and Livelihoods .... # NAMFISA Reports Strong Growth Despite Compliance Concerns .... # Hotels See Record August as Northern Region Leads ..... # South Africa’s Julius Malema Granted Leave to Appeal Firearm Conviction ......PLUS # US AI Safety Board Bid Blocked as Tech Firms Back Voluntary Controls . Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# Hospitality Sector Hits Post-Pandemic August High.... # Non-Bank Financial Sector Assets Surge to N$577 Billion.... # EU Assesses FMD Outbreak and Health Risks... # South Africa’s Ramaphosa Announces Four-Point Plan to Tackle Gender-Based Violence......PLUS # France’s CGT Union Threatens Further Strikes Over 2027 Budget Cuts Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

Government appeals for funds to fight foot-and-mouth disease as restrictions are partly lifted, NUST offers a genome sequencing tool in the FMD response, South Africa's Reserve Bank governor warns of cyberattack financial risk, and the UN adopts a declaration on racism. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

NUST offers a genome sequencing tool in the fight against foot-and-mouth disease, the UN adopts a declaration on racism as concerns over AI bias grow, and AstraZeneca seeks US approval for a lung cancer combination. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

CRAN's cyber security team cautions against using leaked personal data, government appeals for funds to fight foot-and-mouth disease, Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief, and Bill Gates says governments must monitor AI. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# President returns after pushing Namibia’s priorities at UN... # Bryan Eiseb set to lead Namibia’s anti-corruption fight... # South Africa: Mapisa-Nqakula denies R2 million promotion bribe allegation ..... # Ethiopian forces recapture strategic town in Tigray......PLUS # US import bans on Canadian goods take effect . Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# Head of State Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for stronger global cooperation.... # Eiseb takes charge as new Anti-Corruption Commission chief .... # South Africa’s Lamola calls for broader fight against racism ..... # More than 50 troops killed in two terrorist attacks in Niger ......PLUS # Wall Street losses ease as Nvidia announces record buyback Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

A week dominated by Foot-and-Mouth Disease, from panic buying and cancelled auctions to a 4.8% economic growth surprise. Also of importance are President Nandi-Ndaitwah's UN diplomacy push, Botswana's De Beers ambitions, and Trump's new Arctic security deal with Greenland. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

The Windhoek Show goes ahead despite the FMD outbreak, though AgriBank warns the disease could still hit farmers hard. Also today: South Africa's Lamola pushes for UN Security Council reform and a permanent African seat, and England trials a rapid genetic test to speed up brain tumour diagnosis. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

AgriBank warns Namibia's latest FMD outbreak could hit farmers and livestock trade hard, while AfriForum pitches a rural safety plan amid rising SA-US tensions. Also in this episode: Namibia launches its first Labour Market Information System, England trials rapid genetic testing for brain tumours, and Windhoek marks Zero Emission Week with free bus rides this Saturday. Future Media News Podcasts...

The Windhoek Show goes ahead despite the FMD outbreak; South Africa tells the UN that Israel's conduct in Gaza amounts to genocide, and President Nandi-Ndaitwah pitches the country as a regional logistics hub in New York. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

President Nandi-Ndaitwah addresses the UN General Assembly, NORED suspends its CEO, and Tigray forces launch a major offensive in Ethiopia. Plus, the UK orders a review after another migrant boat crossing. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# Nandi-Ndaitwah backs woman for UN top post.... # Ten cattle test positive for foot-and-mouth disease.... # TotalEnergies takes over domestic fuel supply ..... # South Africa activist group calls for proper investigation into Sibiya case ......PLUS # US delegate walks out during Pezeshkian speech Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for woman to lead United Nations.... # Bulk fuel deal to save government N$220.5 million.... # Foot-and-mouth disease detected in FMD-free zone ..... # PepsiCo discontinues ProNutro in South Africa ......PLUS # Brent crude rises as Hormuz closure continues Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# Parliamentary committee probes housing challenges.... #Two-thirds of children lack diverse diets... # TLU SA backs licensing of foot-and-mouth disease vaccine ......PLUS # Iran warns of “crushing force” after Trump threat Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# Cenored Calls for Public Action on Copper Theft.... # ACC Reviews Anti-Corruption Law.... # South Africa Settles Foot-and-Mouth Vaccine Dispute ..... # Sudan Army Sets Conditions for Peace Proposal.....PLUS # Iran Ceasefire Talks in Focus. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# President Deepens China Energy Cooperation during visit... # Schlettwein Calls for Value from State Visits.... # South Africa Forum Calls for Immigration Action ..... # ICC Reports Breakthrough in Sudan War Crimes Probe ......PLUS # US Launches New Strikes on Iran .. Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

#President’s China Visit Focuses on Clean Energy Cooperation.... # Sankwasa Orders Local Authorities to Recover Outstanding Debts.... # South Africa Activists Call for Malema to Appear Before Madlanga Commission ..... # Zimbabwe Officially Extends Mnangagwa's Term to 2030 ......PLUS # In France...Le Pen Announces 2027 Presidential Bid After Court Ruling Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# China Delegation Travel Costs Clarified, says Presidency.... # Mining Commodities Drive May Exports.... # South Africa’s Cosatu Welcomes Immigration Staff Increase ..... # Nigeria Orders Probe Into Tech Firms Over Competition Concerns ......PLUS # Prince Harry Awaits Ruling in Daily Mail Privacy Case Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# China Leads Export Destinations, says NSA.... # Presidency Defends China Business Mission.... # In S.A, ActionSA Seeks Phala Phala Documents ..... # Zimbabwe Restores Power After Nationwide Blackout ......PLUS # Iran Funeral Period Marked by Strait of Hormuz Missile Incident . Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

#China’s Guangdong Sees Strong Growth Potential in Namibia Ties.... # Activist Demands Release of Windhoek Billing Audit Report.... # South Africa Inquiry Hears Claims of Journalist Intimidation in Crime Intelligence Probe ..... #Senegal’s Sangomar Oil Output Reaches 17.9 Million Barrels in First Half of Year ......PLUS # Trump Claims Massive Crowd Return and Warns of ‘Communist Threat’ in US Spee...

# Youth in Erongo Urged to Drive Growth in Agriculture Sector #PDM Urges Housing Solutions... #In S.A, Fresh Scrutiny Over Adriano Mazzotti Prosecution Delay..... # United States Targets Rwanda Links Over Congo Conflict Minerals.....PLUS #In India, Red Alert as Heavy Rain Batters Mumbai, Killing at Least 13 Future Media News Podcasts Webpage

# Opposition Calls for Rent Bill Action.... # Erongo Youth Encouraged to Explore Agriculture Opportunities.... # South African organization Raises Concerns Over Jacob Zuma Meeting..... # Nigeria Raises Concerns Over Deaths of Citizens in South Africa ......PLUS # Philippine Senate Opens Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Future Media News Podcasts Webpage