Category: National
Japanese Vehicles Continue to Dominate Namibian Market
By: Abigail Nalisa Japanese vehicles maintained their dominance in the Namibian automotive market in August, with 671 units sold, capturing 67.4% of total sales. Economists, Almandro Jansen and Halleluya Ndimulunde, from Simonis Storm securities attributed this dominance to the…
Etango Uranium Output Can Power 8 Large Nuclear Reactors
By: Nghiinomnwa-vali Erastus Etango Uranium, a uranium mine under construction in the Erongo Region with the capacity to produce an annual output of 3.5 million pounds (Mlbs) of uranium oxide (U3O8) has the potential to power 7 to…
WHO Announces First Prequalified Vaccine for Mpox
By: Justicia Shipena The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the first-ever prequalification of a vaccine for Mpox, marking a significant milestone in the fight against the viral disease, which has been a growing global health concern. Prequalification…
Walvis Bay and Red Force Reconcile, Reinstate Contract
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Municipality of Walvis Bay has resolved its legal dispute with debt collection agency Red Force, reaching an agreement last week to reinstate the company’s contract. This decision follows the Walvis Bay Municipal…
36 Journalists Trained to Report on Upcoming Elections
By: Abigail Nalisa A total of 36 journalists from various regions across Namibia received training on effectively reporting the 2024 electoral processes. The training took place from September 10th to 13th at the Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA)…
Namibia Rugby Union Caps Off a Successful Season
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The Namibian Rugby Union season came to a thrilling close on Saturday at the Hage Geingob Stadium, with finals in the women’s, reserve, and premier leagues determining the champions in each division. The day…
Fertiliser Prices Stabilise After Years of Increases, Reports First Capital
By: Justicia Shipena Fertiliser prices are finally stabilising after continuous increases since 2022, according to the latest Food Price Monitor report by First Capital. The Fertiliser Price Index has shown a consistent decline, signalling a stabilisation following the sharp…
Active SIM Cards Decline by 5%
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The total number of active SIM cards in Namibia decreased by 5% during the second quarter of 2024 (1 April to 30 June), according to the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). This decline was primarily…
NamRA Commences Pilot Testing at Trans-Kalahari Border Posts
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has begun pilot testing of the One Stop Border Post (OSBP) system at the Trans-Kalahari/Mamuno border posts, effective from 2 September 2024. This initiative aims to streamline the clearance process for…
Auction Sees N$1.3 Billion Rolled Over in Treasury Bills
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus At a Treasury Bills auction held on 12 September 2024, the government opted to roll over N$1.3 billion borrowed from investors, rather than seeking new funding. This strategy of extending existing debts, known as a rollover,…