Author: Fransina Nghidengwa
Elundu Police Post Constructed for N$7.7 Million
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The newly inaugurated Elundu Police Post in the Omundaungilo Constituency, Ohangwena region, was constructed at a cost of N$7.7 million. The facility was officially opened on Thursday by the Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety,…
Active SIM Cards Decline by 5%
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The total number of active SIM cards in Namibia decreased by 5% during the second quarter of 2024 (1 April to 30 June), according to the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). This decline was primarily…
NamRA Commences Pilot Testing at Trans-Kalahari Border Posts
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has begun pilot testing of the One Stop Border Post (OSBP) system at the Trans-Kalahari/Mamuno border posts, effective from 2 September 2024. This initiative aims to streamline the clearance process for…
Telecom Partners with Marintel JV to Modernise Maritime Safety
By: Fransina Nghidengwa Telecom Namibia has announced a partnership with Marintel JV to upgrade the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) infrastructure along the Namibian coastline. This modernisation, unveiled on Monday, aims to provide continuous coverage for…
Mbumba Welcomes Chinese Support in Agriculture Sector … As China Pledges US$51 Billion to Africa
By: FransinaNghidengwa President Nangolo Mbumba has called for strengthened cooperation between Namibia and China to bolster the country’s agricultural sector, emphasising the need for expertise and equipment to ensure agricultural success. Mbumba made these remarks at the ongoing Forum…
FlySafair to Launch Two Weekly Flights from Windhoek to Cape Town
By: Fransina Nghidengwa Air Connect Namibia (ACN) has announced a new partnership with FlySafair to introduce a direct flight route connecting Windhoek to Cape Town. The new service, set to begin on 22 October 2024, aims to enhance regional…
Youth for Green Hydrogen Event to Connect Students with Experts
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The German government is planning to host an event aimed at bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to highlight the collaborative efforts between Germany and Namibia in advancing green hydrogen technologies. The JCoI Youth…
Global Summit to Position Africa as Leader in Hydrogen Economy
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The upcoming Global African Hydrogen Summit aims to position Africa as a key player in the global hydrogen market, opening new avenues for sustainable growth and innovation. Namibia is set to host the summit in…
Hardap Farmers Trained in Horticulture Value-Addition
By: Fransina Nghidengwa Local farmers in the Hardap region recently received training on how to process and market their produce to add value, enhancing both their income and sustainability. The training session brought together 45 participants, including youth and…
Trustco to Focus on Non-Deposit Financial Services …as its banking licence is cancelled
Fransina Nghidengwa Trustco will pivot towards non-deposit-taking financial services following the surrender of its banking licence to the Bank of Namibia (BoN). The group’s founder, Quinton van Rooyen, expressed optimism about the “tremendous” growth potential in this new direction,…