Category: National
Namibia Grape Company Generates 2,000 Jobs … pens 2045 Capespan contract renewal
By: Staff writer The National Youth Service-owned Namibia Grape Company (NGC) has generated nearly 2,000 seasonal and full-time jobs. This is according to Youth, and National Service Minister Agnes Tjongarero, who applauded the project’s role in job creation and…
US 2024 Elections: What’s At Stake for Namibia? AGOA’s future hangs in balance US energy investments and green hydrogen
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s trade relations with the United States, primarily governed by the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), face an uncertain future, with AGOA set to expire in 2025. Namibia is one of 35 sub-Saharan African…
Govt Slow at Implementing Capital Projects
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus As of September 30, 2024, only 37% of Namibia’s development budget (N$12.8 billion) has been spent, including expenditure commitments, according to the latest update from Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi. This sluggish pace in executing capital…
NAMCOL Concerned Over Low Engagement Among Learners
By: Kavee Vezemburuka The Namibia College of Open Learning has raised concerns over a lack of interest and commitment among enrolled learners, which is affecting their academic performance. NAMCOL’s Chief Executive Officer, Alberts Kulobone highlighted challenges such as…
FAO Launches Nursery to Boost Food Security in Eenhana
Loise Shiimi The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) has inaugurated a nursery in Eenhana, as part of its Green Cities Initiative (GCI) aimed at enhancing food security and sustainable urban development. Launched in 2020, the…
NACN Disburses N$673,552 to Support Creative Projects
By: Staff Writer The National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) has allocated N$673,552 to creative projects as part of Cycle 3 of its grant-funding program. This round follows earlier disbursements of N$615,206.50 to 16 projects in Cycle 1…
Namibia Hydrogen Fund to Invest in HyIron’s Oshivela Project
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Namibia Hydrogen Fund Managers has committed development funding to HyIron’s Oshivela Project, aiming to boost green iron production using hydrogen instead of carbon. Announced in a joint statement last week, the investment seeks to expand…
Namibia Lacks Studios, Incentives to Boost Film Industry
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s film industry faces significant challenges in attracting investment and international productions due to a lack of essential infrastructure and government incentives. This is according to Nangula Uandja, CEO of the Namibia Investment Promotion and…
Kavango Crop Farmers Fear for Yield Amid Drought Concerns
By: Annakleta Haikera As land preparation for the upcoming planting season begins in both Kavango regions, crop farmers are expressing concern over potential low yields due to a lack of early rainfall in November. During the weekend, The…
New Green Hydrogen Plant and Offshore Wind Farm on the Cards
By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia is conducting pre-feasibility studies for the development of a green hydrogen plant and an offshore wind farm as part of the Southern Corridor Development Initiative (SCDI) in the //Kharas region. The study will explore…