Category: National
2024 Tea Party to Focus on Closing the Cancer Gap
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Raising cancer awareness goes beyond simply wearing a pink ribbon; it requires resources and capabilities to foster education and inspire positive change that resonates across society, says Violette Mureko, Founder of the Tea Party 4 Hope…
Namib Mills Faces Loss Following Instant Porridge Recall
By: Hertha Ekandjo and Loise Shiimi Namib Mills says it expects to suffer substantial financial losses following the recall of its Top Score instant porridge, after an incident in South Africa where two minors tragically died. While it is…
Govt Debt Reaches N$157.6 Billion Amid Economic Challenges
By: Hertha Ekandjo The government debt has surged by 8.3%, reaching N$157.6 billion at the end of June 2024, driven primarily by increased issuance of Treasury Bills (TBs) and Internal Registered Stock (IRS), alongside a rise in external borrowing….
Shangula Inaugurates N$6 Million Ombili Clinic in Otjiwarongo
By: Hertha Ekandjo Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula officially inaugurated the newly constructed Ombili Clinic in Otjiwarongo on Wednesday, replacing the former Ombili Health Post. The health post had served over 19,600 individuals but was limited in the range of…
IUM Launches Graduate School of Business and Radio Station .edited
By: Erikka Koukulunhu and Dolly Menas The International University of Management (IUM) has officially inaugurated its Graduate School of Business (GSB) marking a major step forward in the university’s pursuit of academic excellence. Speaking at the event, IUM’s founder…
About 100 Namibians Targeted by Scammers Daily
By: Annakleta Haikera, Loise Shiimi and Ndahafa Happy Juju Approximately 100 Namibians are targeted daily by scammers asking for personal banking details, according to Kavango West Police Chief Inspector Raimbert Muronga. The rise in scamming incidents coincides with the…
Education Institutions Urged to Seek Accreditation
By: Mathias Hangala The Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) has called on educational institutions in Namibia to seek accreditation for the courses they offer ahead of the next academic year. NQA spokesperson Jackson Muma stressed the importance of accreditation, explaining…
Reshaping Journalism: AI, Decolonial Narratives, and TikTok Influence
By: Abigail Nalisa The Conference on Building Resilient Information Ecosystems in Southern Africa kicked off this week at the Goethe Institute in Windhoek, exploring key discussions on the future of journalism in the region. The first panel, moderated by…
Namcor, SLB Sign MOU to Boost Sustainable Energy Collaboration
By: Dolly Menas The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a French-owned energy and technology company called SLB. Formerly known as Schlumberger, SLB is provider of technology for reservoir characterisation, drilling,…
Current Laws Lack Clarity on Green Hydrogen Definition – Alweendo … minister warns of potential hurdles in global markets without standardisation
By: Justicia Shipena – New York, USA Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo has emphasised the urgent need for specific legislation to regulate the growing green hydrogen industry. Speaking at the Namibia Green Hydrogen Forum in New…