Category: National
Construction Sector Experiences Growth in Windhoek
By: Staff Writer The Windhoek municipality approved a total of 184 building plans in March, marking an 11.5% month-on-month (m/m) increase compared to February’s figures and signalling a steady uptick in construction activity in the capital. Analysis conducted by…
Likwaterera Village in Kavango East to Get Permanent Healthcare Facilities
By: Annakleta Haikera Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula has announced plans to construct a permanent health facility at Likwaterera village, with funding allocated from the 2026/2027 financial year budget. Shangula made this announcement on Saturday, during the belated 34th…
Windhoek Faces Potential N$52 Million Loss if Industries Fully Tap Aquifers
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Windhoek municipality could face an annual loss of up to N$52 million if industries are permitted to exclusively use their private aquifers as a water source for production. To mitigate this risk, the City…
Drought Relief Food to Be Sourced Locally
By: Loise Shiimi and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has committed to procuring food locally for the drought relief program scheduled to commence in July 2024. This decision follows the allocation of N$600 million by…
Katutura Residents Committee Threatens Legal Action Over Estimated Water Bills
By: Justicia Shipena The Katutura Residents Committee has issued a stern warning to the City of Windhoek, threatening legal action if the municipality fails to address concerns regarding its method of estimating water usage charges. In a letter addressed…
“Nam Can Certify Its Diamonds, No Need For Antwerp” – Mbumba
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus President NangoloMbumba has emphasised Namibia’s capability to independently certify its diamonds, without reliance on external verification. He said this amidst new regulations mandating that all diamonds bound for Europe pass through Antwerp, Belgium. Mbumba last week…
Kelp Blue Among Top 20 in Global XPRIZE Carbon Removal Contest
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s Kelp Blue has emerged as one of the 20 finalists in the highly competitive XPRIZE Carbon Removal Competition. Recognised for its innovative approach to seaweed cultivation aimed at restoring marine biodiversity and advancing carbon sequestration,…
Daures Green Hydrogen Village Partners with Dutch Company for Wind Turbines
By: Justicia Shipena The Daures Green Hydrogen Village (DGHV) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Delft Offshore Turbine (DOT), a Netherlands-based company, to deploy wind turbines within the Daures Green Hydrogen Village. Renowned for its ability to…
Namibia’s Expenditure on Research and Development Remains Below 1%
By: Dwight Links Namibia’s commitment to Research & Development (R&D) investment continues to fall short, with total expenditure standing at a mere 0.73% of the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Minister of Higher Education, Technology & Innovation, Itah…
City of Windhoek Enters CCTV Deal With MTC
By: Hertha Ekandjo The City of Windhoek and Mobile Telecommunication Company (MTC) have joined forces in a significant partnership aimed at bolstering safety and security measures in Windhoek. The two entities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed…