Author: David Shoombe
Shanghai Summit Seeks to Challenge Global Order
By: David Shoombe In addressing heads of state at the 25th heads of state council meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), the President of China, Xi Jinping, stated that reforms in global governance to tackle common challenges of all…
Road Accidents Reduce Namibia’s Human Capital
By: David Shoombe The morning of the 30th of August was marked with horror, as a head-on collision between vehicles carrying correctional service officials and police officials claimed the lives of 16 people on the road between Mariental and Kalkrand….
Youth Need More Time for National Fund Pilot Phase
By: David Shoombe Shaun Gariseb, a youth activist, has indicated that young people still need more time to ensure compliance with the requirements of the National Youth Fund (NYF). Speaking to Eagle FM, Gariseb has shown his appreciation to the…
Partner With Us On Our Terms – DPM
By: David Shoombe and Tulimevava Simeon The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Natangwe Ithete informed various investors that all partnerships ought to be done on the country’s terms. Speaking to the investors and industrial leaders…
MTC, Letshego Launch Loan Service
By: David Shoombe In accordance with the government’s goals of increased national financial inclusion, MTC – in partnership with Letshego – launched Taamba Maris, a short-term loan service targeting those unable to apply at mainstream financial institutions. …
Daures Green Hydrogren Village to Train 250 Youth
By: David Shoombe The Daures Green Hydrogen Village plans a knowledge-dissemination programme targeting about 250 youth in 2 years through its newly-launched science laboratory. Chief executive officer, Jerome Namaseb, revealed this during the laboratory inauguration last week….
Easter Weekend Proves Lucrative for Local Entrepreneurs
By: David Shoombe The Easter weekend is fast becoming one of the most profitable periods for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Namibia, as entrepreneurs take advantage of the increased movement of people and heightened consumer demand. Nelson Daniel, a…
Namibian Civil Technicians Eager to Upgrade Railway System
By: David Shoombe Namibian civil technicians and engineering students are calling for urgent upgrades to the country’s railway infrastructure. They emphasised its ability to drive national development, alleviate road congestion, and provide job opportunities for the youth. Ismael Sefanya, a…
Namibia Rakes in N$5.96 Billion in Mining Royalties Over Three Years
By: David Shoombe The Namibian government has collected N$5.96 billion in mining royalties over the past three years. This was revealed by the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Iithete, during the ministry’s workshop on draughting its Annual Strategic…
European Firms Target N$430 Billion Investment in Namibia’s Green Hydrogen
By: David Shoombe At least seven European companies are seeking to invest in Namibia’s burgeoning green hydrogen sector, with a projected investment pipeline exceeding €20 billion (N$430 billion). This was revealed by Ana Beatriz Martins, European Union Ambassador to…