Author: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus
Cost and Rural Distance Call for Accessible Sanitary Pads
Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Despite the government’s decision to eliminate the value-added tax on sanitary pads, with the exception of tampons, many girls living in rural areas and those from low-income households still find it difficult to access these basic necessities….
Northern Producers Eager to Supply Cattle to Abattoirs
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Producers situated north of the red line have demonstrated a keen interest in commercially marketing their cattle through auctions and direct sales at newly established abattoirs. This interest is reflected in the increase in cattle…
Cultivating Change: The Journey of Young Farmers in Namibia
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus A new generation of farmers is emerging in Namibia, driven by a passion for agriculture and a commitment to sustainable food production. Among them is Hileni Ataleni, a trailblazer who found her calling in farming…
Govt’s Bid to Secure N$10.6 Billion Nears Finish Line
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Investors in 2023 were presented with a N$10.65 billion opportunity when the government announced plans to address the 2023/24 national budget deficit. With just two months remaining in the financial year, the government is seeking…
Side Hustles: A Necessity for Survival in Namibia
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus As the cost of living continues to rise and the number of dependents increases, many individuals find themselves overwhelmed by expenses and seeking additional sources of income. From young graduates to seasoned workers, side hustles…
Ebenhaezer Primary School Pupils Receive Stationery Donation
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus About 130 Grade 1 pupils at Ebenhaezer Primary School in Karibib received a donation of school stationery valued at N$47,962 last week to kick start their academic year. The donation was made by a local…
Rossing Foundation to Invest N$2.4 Million in School Textbooks
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Rossing Foundation has committed N$2.4 million to provide science-related textbooks and learning materials to 18 schools across the country in this year. The first tranche of this commitment, totaling N$782,908, was recently distributed…
Farmers Urged to Transform Agricultural Practices for Resilience
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Agricultural Bank of Namibia has called on farmers to embrace transformative measures to mitigate climate-related losses. Agribank’s Technical Advisor for crops and poultry, Hanks Saisai, in a statement issued this week highlighted the challenges…
Over 150 000 Cattle Exported on the Hoof… northern abattoirs only slaughtered 4,005 cattle in 2023
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus In 2023, Namibia’s livestock sector marketed a total of 294,938 cattle across various channels. Out of this, 151,808 were exported live on hoof to neighbouring SADC member states, while 104,549 were slaughtered at local A-class…
Record High in Coal-Generated Electricity in 2023
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus An analysis by Reuters researchers reveals that global electricity generation from coal reached unprecedented levels in 2023, with thermal coal exports surpassing 1 billion metric tons for the first time. These findings shed light on…