Author: Justicia Shipena
‘Time for Genocide Apology’ – German President
By: Justicia Shipena German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has expressed remorse for the atrocities committed by Germany during its colonial rule in Namibia between 1904 and 1908. Steinmeier conveyed his regret while delivering a final tribute to Namibia’s late…
Geingob’s Funeral Weekend to Ignite Hospitality and Business Sectors
By: Justicia Shipena Late President Hage Geingob’s funeral weekend is expected to invigorate various business sectors, particularly benefiting the hospitality industry with an anticipated surge in visitors to the capital, Windhoek. Numerous dignitaries and their delegations have been announced…
Health Ministry Lacks Recent Data on Covid-19 Vaccination Rate
By: Justicia Shipena The Health Ministry currently lacks up-to-date data on the nation’s vaccination rate, a situation that persisted since the suspension of reporting on Covid-19 statistics. This comes amidst a recent report of 20 cases of Covid-19 in…
Namibia Likely To Be Grey-Listed After Reforms Deadline Failure
By: Justicia Shipena There are high chances that Namibia would be greylisted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) following its failure to fully implement all the recommendations outlined in the Mutual Evaluation Report. Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi…
Namibia Upbeat About Impending Energy Investment Decision
By: Justicia Shipena Petroleum Commissioner Maggy Shino is confident about the forthcoming final investment decisions regarding recent discoveries made by major players such as Total Energies, Shell, Galp, and the existing Kudu Gas field operated by BW Energies….
Business Community Commits to Upholding Geingob’s Vision of Inclusivity
By: Justicia Shipena The business community has pledged to uphold the late President Hage Geingob’s values and vision, particularly that of ‘No One Being Left Behind.’ During a memorial service held at his residence, Casa Rosalia, business community…
EIF and NASRIA Forge Collaboration on Climate-Related Insurance Products
Justicia Shipena The Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) and Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association Limited (NASRIA) formalised their partnership through a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC). This collaborative effort is poised to drive the development and accessibility of insurance…
Namibia’s Fixed Currency Presents Challenges in Tackling Inflation
By: Justicia Shipena Governor of the Bank of Namibia (BoN), Johannes !Gawaxab, says the limited flexibility of Namibia’s fixed currency, which is tied to the South African Rand, in combating inflation. Namibia recorded an annual inflation rate of…
Namcor Opens Police Case into Alleged Fuel Theft
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s National Petroleum Corporation (Namcor) has opened a theft case regarding the alleged theft of fuel estimated at a value of N$1 million. Namcor revealed this in a media statement issued on Wednesday, in which…
Teachers Employment Conundrum: Delays Despite High Unemployment Rates
By: Justicia Shipena Despite the high number of unemployed teachers in the country, the National Council Committee on Education, Science, ICT, and Youth Development has uncovered a prolonged delay in filling teacher vacancies. This revelation emerged during the…