Russia, African countries reaffirm need to jointly oppose neo-colonialism

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Russia and African countries, including Namibia, have reaffirmed the need to jointly oppose neo-colonialism, the imposing of conditions, and double standards.

This forms part of the second declaration adopted at the just-ended second Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum in St. Petersburg.

The Russian Federation and African countries say neo-colonialism, the imposing of conditions, and double standards deprive states and peoples of the right to make sovereign choices about their development paths.

Russia is capable of replacing Ukrainian grain - President Putin

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Russia is capable of replacing the Ukrainian grain, both on a commercial and free-of-charge basis, especially as it expects another record harvest this year.

This assurance was given by President Vladimir Putin, who stressed that Russia will continue its energetic efforts to provide supplies of grain, food products, fertilisers, and other goods to Africa despite the sanctions imposed by the West.

Putin addressed the Plenary session of the 2nd Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum underway in St. Petersburg.

Vice President to attend 2nd Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Summit

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Vice President Nangolo Mbumba arrived in St. Petersburg, Russia, for the 2nd Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Summit scheduled to start on July 27–28, 2023.

Mbumba is leading the Namibian delegation, which includes the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah; the Minister of Trade and Industrialization, Lucia Iipumbu; the Information and Communication Technology Minister, Dr. Peya Mushelenga; and the Minister of Labour and Industrial Relations, Utoni Nujoma, as well as senior government officials.

Uranium One defends in-situ leaching technology

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Russian mining giant Uranium One Group has broken its silence on allegations raised by pressure groups through various platforms.

Last year, the group invited all stakeholders on a familiarization visit to Russia and Kazakhstan to observe the in-situ leaching mining technique, but according to the mine's public relations department, some groups rejected the invite.

Headsprings Investment, a subsidiary of the Uranium One Group, has been exploring in the Omaheke Region.

High-level visits are not to counter influence of Russia and China- Amb Berry

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The US Ambassador to Namibia, Randy Berry has dismissed claims that the recent high-level visits by US officials are aimed at countering the growing influence of China and Russia on the African continent.

Of late, the African continent has seen high-level visits from the top echelons of the US government amid geo-political tensions between the US, China and Russia.

Earlier this month, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Niger where he announced USD150 million in direct assistance to Africa's Sahel region.

President Geingob reiterates Namibia's neutral stance in going Russia-Ukraine conflict

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President Hage Geingob says Namibia and several other African countries remain neutral in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and will continue to call for de-escalation.

About 17 African countries overwhelmingly declined to vote in a UN resolution condemning Russia's actions last year, with some citing historical support Russia offered during the continent's fight against colonialism.

Russia to supply more than 500-thousand tonnes of grain to all affected countries

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Russia says it will supply more than 500 thousand metric tons of grain to all affected countries, including those in Africa, for free.

This is after the Russian and Ukrainian authorities agreed to the UN-backed agreement to allow the export of grain via a safe Black Sea humanitarian corridor as of Wednesday.

The supply of grain was interrupted by the 8-month-long conflict, which saw prices soar in various countries.