Category: National
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…
Okashana Farmers Protest Against Illegal Fencing of Communal Grazing Land
By: Ludorf Iyambo The community of Okashana Kuukongo waNehale, in the Oshikoto region, has issued a one-week ultimatum to the regional governor and land board to remove illegal fences enclosing their communal grazing land. The community has threatened to…
Fish Consumption Fulfils N$300k Pledge for Ondangwa Sports Stadium Project
By: Loise Shiimi The Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) has fulfilled its N$300,000 pledge towards the development of the Ondangwa Sports Stadium. The donation was officially handed over to the town council on Wednesday, following a commitment made…
Tjongarero to Address Paralympic Committee Over Diverse Representation
By: Justicia Shipena and Juliana Iikela Sports Minister Agnes Tjongarero is set to meet with the executive committee of para-athletes to discuss the underrepresentation of athletes in sports disciplines beyond athletics. This move comes in the wake of Namibia’s…
Public and Private Sector Urged to Invest in Sports Development
By: Mathias Hangala Former No Limit Boxing Club promoter, Joas ‘Dolph’ Shilunga, has called on the government and private sector to invest more in sports development in Namibia. His remarks come in response to the country’s underwhelming performance…
Namibia Invites Indonesia to Invest in Green Hydrogen and Energy Sectors
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia has invited Indonesian investors to participate in its growing green hydrogen, oil, and gas sectors. The call was made by Environment and Tourism Minister Pohamba Shifeta, who is representing President Nangolo Mbumba at the second…
Manufacturing Sector Records Exports Worth N$5.6 Billion in July
By: Hertha Ekandjo The manufacturing sector led the country’s exports in July 2024, with goods worth N$5.6 billion, contributing 55.9% of the total exports. This marks an increase of N$160 million compared to June 2024. Following the manufacturing sector,…
Science Graduates Struggle with Employment Opportunities
By: Naango Kainge, courtesy Afterbreak Magazine Science graduates in Namibia are facing significant employment challenges, despite the country’s expanding scientific landscape. Recent developments in oil discoveries and green hydrogen projects could offer new opportunities, but graduates still find it…
Namibia’s Scientific Success Stories
By: Naango Kainge Despite the employment challenges faced by science graduates in Namibia, there are some notable success stories in the scientific field. Dr. Cara Mai Dunaiski, a medical scientist from the Namibian University of Science and Technology (NUST),…
MP Pushes for Tax Breaks for Retirees
By: Justicia Shipena Rundu Rural Constituency Councillor and Member of Parliament Paulus Mbangu has called for tax relief to be extended to pensioners and retirees, arguing that it is unfair for individuals to continue paying taxes after retirement. Speaking…