Also known as: Rubio · US Secretary of State · US Secretary of State Marco Rubio · Secretary of State Marco Rubio · secretary of State
US Secretary of State who congratulated Namibia on its 36th Independence Day and pledged continued US collaboration on health and economic development.
China lodged "solemn representations" with the United States, Britain, Australia, and the European Union after they condemned the 20-year prison sentence given to pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai for national security crimes. Chinese officials said the ruling was legal and just, and urged countries to stop meddling in Hong Kong affairs.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
China lodged "solemn representations" with the United States, Britain, Australia, and the European Union after they condemned the 20-year prison sentence given to pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai for national security crimes. Chinese officials said the ruling was legal and just, and urged countries to stop meddling in Hong Kong affairs.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
Senior US and Iranian officials are meeting in Oman for direct negotiations as military tension rises following Iran's violent suppression of anti-government protests and a significant US military buildup in the Middle East. The talks, brokered by regional mediators, aim to de-escalate conflict, though the two countries remain divided on key issues including Iran's nuclear programme, ballistic missiles, and regional proxies.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Cuba's ambassador to Colombia has accused the United States of "international piracy" and imposing a "marine siege" on the island by blocking Venezuelan oil shipments following a US military action against Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro. Cuba has sought alternative oil suppliers including Mexico, though analysts warn the already struggling economy could face a breaking point and potential humanitarian crisis without Venezuelan oil.
25 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The US has formally withdrawn from the WHO, citing the organization's alleged mishandling of the Covid-19 pandemic and political influence from member states. The withdrawal removes one of the WHO's largest donors and has already caused job losses at the agency, though the WHO disputes the US claims and says the withdrawal is a loss for both the US and the world.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The 56th World Economic Forum opened in Davos this week with nearly 3,000 attendees, including 60 heads of state and government, focused on cooperation, growth and innovation. Africa's presence is being amplified through the Africa Collective Hub, which will highlight trade, investment and technology priorities, while the WEF announced plans to revive its Africa Summit in 2027 after a seven-year hiatus.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump said the US has formed a "framework" for a potential deal on Greenland and the Arctic region after talks with NATO, abandoning threats to impose tariffs on European allies. Diplomatic sources indicated there was no agreement for American control of the autonomous Danish territory, though talks on mineral rights and military cooperation could continue.
22 January 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump met with major oil executives at the White House to encourage investment in Venezuela's oil reserves, saying his administration would decide which companies operate there. One CEO called Venezuela "uninvestable" without reforms, though analysts said Trump's push faces economic and strategic obstacles.
12 January 2026 · New Era →
Doctors at hospitals in Tehran and Shiraz told the BBC their facilities were overwhelmed with injuries as anti-government protests entered their second week, with at least 50 protesters reported killed. Iranian authorities issued coordinated warnings to protesters, while international leaders and US President Trump called for protection of the right to peaceful protest.
10 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro faced his first US court appearance days after being seized in a shock US military operation in Caracas. Trump said the US "needs total access" to Venezuela's oil, while interim leader Delcy Rodriguez offered to cooperate with Washington, though some opposition figures said the move fell short without political prisoner releases and recognition of the 2024 election results.
6 January 2026 · New Era →