Category: National
Analyst Says President’s UNGA Speech Underwhelmed
Justicia Shipena President Nangolo Mbumba’s national speech at the 79th UN General Assembly left feelings that he missed an opportunity to push for meaningful change on the world stage, according to Analyst Henning Melber. Speaking to Eagle FM recently, Melber…
Namibia Earns N$3.8 Billion in Fish Exports for Q2
By: Staff writer Namibia generated N$3.8 billion from fish product exports during the second quarter of 2024, marking a 7.5% decline compared to N$4.1 billion recorded in the same period in 2023. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency’s…
Over 1.2 Million Namibians FaceSevere Food Insecurity
By: Hertha Ekandjo A recent report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) paints a grim picture of Namibia’s worsening drought crisis, projecting a sharp increase in food insecurity over the coming months. Currently, more than 38%…
AI Poses Risks to Humanity and Security, Warns Expert
By: Dwight Links Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents significant risks to humanity, including the potential for weaponization and loss of human control, according to Professor Anicia Pieters, CEO of the National Commission of Research, Science and Technology. Speaking on…
Construction Surge in August: Highest Property Additions in Windhoek Since 2022
By: Abigail Nalisa August 2024 saw a significant increase in building plans approved by the City of Windhoek, with 201 plans cleared, up from 163 in July. This surge, highlighted in a recent IJG Namibia report, marks the…
Drought Takes Heavy Toll on Southern Namibia’s Tourism
By: Hileni Inane The ongoing drought has severely impacted tourism activities in southern Namibia, driving tourists to seek leisure elsewhere. Last month, Simonis Storm Securities reported that the southern regions had the lowest occupancy rates in the country…
Low Apple Yields Linked to Poor Agro Practices and Limited Resources
By: Loise Shiimi Namibia’s apple production has been lagging, forcing the country to rely on imports to meet local demand. In July 2024 alone, Namibia imported fresh apples worth N$10.1 million, while exporting only N$300,000 worth. Farmers believe…
NIPDB Claims Billions in FDI Would Be Zero Without Its Role
By: Justicia Shipena The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) claims that Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) over the last three years would have been nonexistent without its intervention. “For the past three years, FDI has reached billions,…
Food Security and Affordability Worsen in Namibia … First Capital warns of tough times ahead
By: Justicia Shipena Namibians are likely to face tough times ahead unless the government takes action to address growing concerns over food security and affordability, financial research firm First Capital has warned. According to First Capital’s latest Food…
Agra Enrols 2nd Cohort of Trainees into its Academy
By: Erikka Koukulunhu Agra has enrolled 11 employees into its Agricultural Academy as part of the second cohort of apprentices. This initiative is part of the company’s effort to empower its workforce with the knowledge and skills needed…