Category: National
Mbumba: Welwitschia Fund Money Reserved for Future Generations
By: Justicia Shipena President NangoloMbumba has emphasised that the funds injected into the Welwitschia Sovereign Wealth Fund are earmarked for future use, safeguarding wealth for generations to come. Mbumba said utilising the money now would jeopardise the future wealth…
Andrada Mining Plans Full-Scale Lithium Processing Plant
By: Staff writer Andrada Mining has initiated studies for a comprehensive integrated processing plant aimed at producing petalite concentrate alongside its tin and tantalum production operations. In November last year, the company commissioned a pilot project at its…
“We Are Not Perceived as Lazy” – Struggle Kids
By: Mathias Hangala Bernard Nghifenwa (47), a group leader of the Dependents of the Living and Deceased Veterans (DoLDV), formerly known as Children of the Liberation Struggle (CLS), rejects the perception that they are lazy. He said that…
Promote Indigenous Products for Tourist Appeal – NTB
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) says there is a need for product development in Namibia, which must include adding value and packing traditional products ready for the international markets. NTB’s board member Maggy Mbako, who…
Rössing Foundation Donates to COSDEC in Swakopmund
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Community Skills Development Centre (COSDEC) in Swakopmund recently received a substantial boost with training equipment and tools valued at N$50,000 from the Rössing Foundation. Maria Immanuel, the Foundation’s Manager for Community Development, provided updates…
Women’s Day Observance Criticised for Neglecting Remote Areas
By: Loise Shiimi and Nghiinomenwea-vali Erastus Gender equity and women’s representatives have slammed the celebration of Women’s Day for neglecting women in remote and rural areas. The International Women’s Day is recognised on March 8 every year to…
Students Encouraged to Embrace Nation-Building Responsibilities
By: Annakleta Haikera New Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) Commissioner, Gerson Sindano, has called on the country’s youth, particularly students, to earnestly embrace their role in nation-building. Addressing participants during a recent engagement session organised by the Namibia…
Construction of Pioneer Green Iron Factory in Erongo Set to Begin Next Month
By: Dolly Menas The commencement of construction for the green iron HyIron Oshivela factory is scheduled for mid-April, following comprehensive geophysical studies and environmental impact assessments. Initial deliveries of building materials and equipment are already underway, marking Namibia’s…
Youth Energy Forum Aims to Foster Entrepreneurial Spirit Among Namibian Youth
By: Justicia Shipena Amidst Namibia’s burgeoning energy sector, the newly established Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) is dedicated to nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset among young individuals, urging them to actively engage and excel in this rapidly expanding industry….
Success of Local Content Policy Hinges on Namibian Entrepreneurs, Says Alweendo
By: Justicia Shipena Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo stresses that Namibia’s oil and gas local content policies face a high chance of failure without locally minded, creative, and motivated entrepreneurs who are willing to invest in acquiring…