Category: National
A Nuclear Power Plant in Namibia Could Stabilise Uranium Market Prices, Says Rosatom
By: Justicia Shipena Russian state-owned energy giant, Rosatom, says constructing a nuclear power plant in Namibia could contribute to stabilising uranium prices while enabling the country to achieve energy self-sufficiency. Rosatom’s national manager, Viktor Riedel, emphasised during a…
Phase 1 of Ondangwa Stadium Construction Expected to Take Five Years …N$12 million annually earmarked for the next 5 years.
By: Loise Shiimi The initial phase of the proposed Ondangwa Stadium, which encompasses a sports field, running track, and pavilion, is projected to be finalised over a period of approximately five years. Ismael Namgongo, the Chief Executive Officer…
Business Community Welcomes 2024/25 Budget
By: Justicia Shipena The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) has expressed its satisfaction of the 2024/25 national budget, presented in parliament last month. NCCI president Bisey /Uirab noted that the budget reflects a consideration of the…
Mbumba Seeks Guidance From Traditional Authorities
By: Loise Shiimi President Nangolo Mbumba held discussions with the eight traditional authorities in the Oshana town council on Saturday. The traditional authorities represented include Ombalantu, Ongandjera, Ombadja, Uukwaluudhi, Uukolonkadhi, Uukwambi, Ondonga, and Oukwanyama. Mbumba emphasised that his…
Technology and Innovation Aid Conservation Efforts in Namibia
By: Dwight Links The recently concluded Global SMART User Conference in Windhoek from March 10-14 saw representatives from various nations gather to understand the unique introduction of these technologies. The SMART acronym stands for the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting…
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…