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The Namibian
… He has also expressed displeasure with other allies for their hesitance to get involved in the conflict, including Japan, France and the UK. …
Trump says US to reduce military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran warThe Namibian
… Proposed projects with France include a marine training institute, a Blue Corridor linking Walvis Bay with Dakar, Abidjan and Marseille, hydrogen-powered vessels, and a joint Blue Investment Fund to support local businesses and attract investment. …
Protecting Namibia’s Thriving Blue EconomyThe Namibian
… Uefa’s threat to boycott World Cups if the private investment plan went ahead — in theory depriving the competition of teams including reigning men’s champions Spain and 2026 semi-finalists France and England — proved pivotal in Infantino withdrawing his plan. …
Embattled Infantino target of letter from three confederationsThe Namibian
… Across advanced economies, economists comparing France, Spain, Britain and the US estimate that inheritances and gifts alone account for roughly a quarter to a third of wealth inequality. …
The Myth of the Level Playing FieldInformanté
… The Petroleum Training and Education Fund (Petrofund) is supporting 77 scholarship beneficiaries and has sent 17 Namibians for specialised training in countries including France, Malaysia and Angola. …
NIPDB report highlights urgent skills gap ahead of Namibia’s oil and gas boomThe Namibian
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced. …
France turn to Zidane as coach in long awaited homecomingWindhoek Observer
… Among the beneficiaries, 23 Namibians have secured permanent employment with TechnipFMC in Namibia, Ghana, Nigeria and France while 13 are currently participating in a second-year on-the-job training programme with SBM Offshore in India. …
YOUNG OBSERVER | Oil boom opens global career pathways for Namibian youthThe Namibian
… In the semi-finals, Spain had also shut out France’s remarkable attack, including Mbappe who still ended the tournament as the top scorer with 10 goals. …
Superb Spain worthy winners of World Cup dominated by superstar namesThe Namibian
South Africa and France top their respective tables after the southern hemisphere Tests in the inaugural Nations Championship. …
Three things on Nations ChampionshipThe Namibian
… With Sunday’s final still to play, Messi is on eight goals, two behind tournament top-scorer Kylian Mbappe, the France captain, on 10. …
Fifa toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to closePresident Trump announced the US will "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un and noting South Korea declined to join the US in the "denuclearisation" of Iran. Trump said the drills are costly and send an inappropriate signal, though Seoul said the scheduled exercises would proceed as planned.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump announced the US will "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un and noting South Korea declined to join the US in the "denuclearisation" of Iran. Trump said the drills are costly and send an inappropriate signal, though Seoul said the scheduled exercises would proceed as planned.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia is advancing sustainable use of marine resources through an integrated management approach that supports local communities and fair economic benefits while protecting ocean health. Current ocean industries include fishing, aquaculture, mining, shipping, and tourism, with future opportunities in renewable energy, marine biotechnology, and carbon trading.
13 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Uefa, Concacaf and AFC issued a joint letter criticizing Fifa president Gianni Infantino, declaring that football "belongs to no individual" and stating that leadership is not a possession. The letter came after Infantino launched and then withdrew a plan to bring private investment into Fifa competitions, drawing scathing criticism from multiple confederations.
10 August 2026 · The Namibian →
An analysis of wealth inequality argues that inheritance and family background account for roughly a third to almost half of wealth differences in advanced economies, and that new billionaires often inherit more than they create.
2 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A report by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and the International Labour Organization warns that Namibia currently has only about 45% of the skills required to support its emerging oil and gas sector, with major offshore discoveries by Shell, TotalEnergies, and Galp Energia expected to drive first oil production around 2029 or 2030. The report highlights a mismatch between skills produced by local education and training institutions and the specialized competencies demanded by the industry.
1 August 2026 · Informanté →
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed France coach, replacing Didier Deschamps after his tenure ended following France's fourth-place finish at the World Cup. Zidane, 54, takes over on a four-year contract running until the 2030 World Cup.
28 July 2026 · The Namibian →
More than 60 young Namibians have secured internships and employment with international oil and gas companies as the country develops its petroleum sector. PETROFUND has signed over 10 memoranda of understanding with upstream operators and service companies to create training and employment pathways for Namibian youth.
24 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Spain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa and France top their respective tables after the southern hemisphere Tests in the inaugural Nations Championship. The Springboks, New Zealand and other southern hemisphere nations will visit the northern hemisphere in November to play three Tests apiece before a grand final at Twickenham on November 27-29.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Fifa declares the expanded 48-team World Cup across the United States, Mexico and Canada a triumph, marked by thrilling football and strong performances from smaller nations including Cape Verde, Curaçao, and Egypt, who reached knockout rounds in record numbers.
19 July 2026 · The Namibian →
England beat France 6-4 in the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. Both teams had reached the semi-finals but suffered exits — France were outplayed by Spain while England suffered a late collapse against Argentina.
19 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France and England will play for the FIFA World Cup 2026 bronze medal in Miami on Saturday, after both lost semi-final matches. France fell 2-0 to Spain, while England reached the third-place play-off after losing their semi-final.
18 July 2026 · Informanté →
Argentina are one game away from becoming just the third team to successfully defend the World Cup, with European champions Spain standing in their way. The article examines how previous World Cup winners fared when they reached the final in the following tournament, including Italy (1938), Brazil (1962), and Argentina (1990).
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Australia defeated Italy 57-10 in the Nations Championship on Saturday, ending coach Joe Schmidt's tenure with a win after he won 12 of his 31 Tests in charge. The victory snapped a six-match losing streak for Australia and gave them their first win of the Nations Championship.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France defeated Japan 42-15 on Saturday in Tokyo to complete their Nations Championship southern hemisphere series with two wins and one loss. France scored six tries in the comfortable victory over the outclassed Japan side.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A writer reflects on Windhoek's cultural calendar, highlighting the annual Bastille Day garden party at the French ambassador's house, where short speeches, quality charcuterie, and champagne celebrate 14 July and France's art de vivre. The article notes that Bastille Day commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, a key event of the French Revolution that ended the French monarchy.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France's ambassador to Namibia hosted a Bastille Day event at her residence in Windhoek, attended by the minister of international relations and trade. Both nations reaffirmed their long-standing friendship, with Namibia's minister noting France was among the first European countries to recognize Swapo and highlighting shared commitment to economic cooperation and sustainable development.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand defeated Ireland 40-21 in a Test match on Saturday, extending their unbeaten streak at Eden Park to 53 matches. The All Blacks scored four of their six tries in the first half to lead 28-7 at the interval, securing a third win in the Nations Championship.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain and Argentina face off in a World Cup final on Sunday, with reigning champions Argentina seeking to become the first team in 64 years to successfully defend the title, while Messi, aged 39, is likely playing his final World Cup match.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain and Argentina will contest the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at New Jersey Stadium, with Spain having defeated France 2-0 in the semi-finals and Argentina seeking to defend their 2022 title. The match will be the first time the two nations have met at a FIFA World Cup since 1966.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina will face off in the FIFA World Cup final this weekend at New Jersey Stadium. The final will be the first meeting between the two nations at a World Cup since 1966, with Spain aiming to add to their World Cup titles and Argentina defending their 2022 triumph.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Vice president Lucia Witbooi has praised Namibia's Special Olympics Unified Gladiators for winning gold at the 2026 Special Olympics Unified Soccer World Cup in Paris, France, becoming the first Namibian team to win gold at the tournament. Witbooi celebrated the team's courage, determination, and triumph during a welcoming ceremony at Old State House.
16 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Lautaro Martinez scored in the 92nd minute as Argentina came from behind to defeat England 2-1 in a World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, with Lionel Messi setting up both goals to send Argentina to the final against Spain.
15 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain beat tournament favourites France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, to advance to Sunday's final where they will face either Argentina or England.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi welcomed Namibia's Special Olympics Unified Gladiators home after winning gold at the 2026 Special Olympics Unified Soccer World Cup in Paris, France — the first Namibian side to win gold at the tournament. Witbooi praised the team's courage, determination and resilience, describing the achievement as a moment of national pride that demonstrates Namibia's talent and commitment to sporting excellence.
14 July 2026 · Informanté →
Lamine Yamal hopes to emulate Kylian Mbappe by winning the World Cup as a teenager, with Spain facing France in Tuesday's semi-final in Arlington. The 16-year-old Yamal, who scored in Euro 2024's semi-final against France four days before his 17th birthday, will celebrate his 19th birthday on the eve of this World Cup semi-final.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France and Spain meet in a World Cup semi-final at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with France's potent attacking force led by Kylian Mbappe—who has scored eight goals in six games—pitted against Spain's possession-based, collective style under Luis de la Fuente.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
England and Argentina will meet in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with the winner advancing to the final on July 19. The match carries decades of rivalry, including a 1986 quarter-final encounter won by Argentina on goals from Diego Maradona, and takes place amid a lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Unified Gladiators won the gold medal in the Women's Division 2 category at the Special Olympics Unified Soccer World Cup in Paris, defeating Egypt 5-4 on penalties after a 0-0 draw. It was Namibia's second gold at the Special Olympics Unified Cup, and their first in Division 2.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals are set: France will face Spain in Dallas on 14 July, while England play defending champions Argentina in Atlanta on 15 July, after dramatic quarter-final victories decided by 2-1 and 2-0 scores respectively.
13 July 2026 · Informanté →