Is a close Russia-Africa relationship on the horizon? Vladimir Putin says he will prioritise relations with African countries as he looks for international partners, in light of Russia facing Western sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine.
Activists say unemployment now a national crisis Namibian activists have vowed to go on with protests against unemployment despite a police ban, as the country marks 33 years of independence on Tuesday.
NEFF activist Michael Amushelelo has called on unemployed youth to join the nationwide protest. He said unemployment in the country was now a national crisis. Last week, President Hage Geingob dismissed calls by some MPs to declare youth unemployment a national crisis, but agreed it was a"serious problem" that could push young people to terrorism for survival.
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