Category: National
Lüderitz Presents Opportunities for Economic Diversification
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Various industries such as oil and gas, as well as green hydrogen, planned for the //Karas Region, with many centred around the Lüderitz local authority, are poised to elevate Namibia’s diversification efforts. During his visit…
Tweya Urges Namibia to Harness Uranium for Domestic Energy Production
By: Dwight Links The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, Tjekero Tweya, has recommended that Namibia, being a significant uranium producer, capitalise on the resource beyond mere exportation. The parliamentarian emphasised the importance of understanding…
Mbumba Calls on Southern Leaders to Promote Youth Education for Emerging Sectors
By: Staff Writer President Nangolo Mbumba has called upon leaders in the southern regions to prioritise education for their youth, emphasising the importance of higher education in preparation for the burgeoning green hydrogen and oil and gas sectors set…
Oshikoto Regional Governor Office Supports Start-ups with N$100,000
By: Juliana Iikela In a bid to boost entrepreneurship and economic growth, the Office of the Oshikoto Regional Governor allocated N$100,000 during the last financial year to support start-ups and micro-businesses within the region. The allocation was to assist…
Ondangwa Town Council Supports Local Sports with Equipment Worth N$93,745
By: Loise Shiimi The Ondangwa Town Council has extended support to six local teams by providing them with football and volleyball equipment valued at N$93,745 in a bid to bolster sports development at the town. The beneficiary teams…
ABIn Bev Launches Second Phase of Okahandja Water Stewardship Project
By: Hertha Ekandjo ABIn Bev Namibia, in collaboration with the Municipality of Okahandja on Friday, commissioned phase two of the Okahandja Water Stewardship Project. The project is aimed at supporting the water-stressed communities of Okahandja with access to…
Old Mutual Group Reports N$91 Million Increase in Investment Returns in Namibia
By: Staff Writer The Old Mutual Group has announced a significant increase of N$91 million in its investment returns in Namibia for the year 2023 compared to the previous year. This was primarily fueled by higher interest rates…
BIPA Extends Annual Duty Penalty Waiver Grace Period
By: Justicia Shipena The Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) has announced an extension of its Annual Duty Penalty Waiver Programme for an additional three months, now ending on 30 June 2024. The initiative launched late last year offers…
New CRAN Appointment Aims to Bolster Cybersecurity Defences
By: Staff Writer The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has appointed Information Security Specialist Cornelia Shipindo as its new Cybersecurity Manager. Shipindo joins CRAN from Capricorn Group, where her role as an Information Security Specialist was pivotal…
‘More Transparency Crucial in Namibia’s Extractive Sector’
By: Dwight Links The Institute of Public Policy Research’s director, Graham Hopwood has stressed the importance of transparency with regards to activities in Namibia’s extractive industry to generate more awareness about industry. Speaking during a webinar hosting representatives…