Category: National
Demand for Otjomuise Plots Surges … but outlook for construction sector remains gloomy
By: Staff Writter Otjomuise has emerged as a hotspot for construction activity, recording the highest value of approved house plans by the City of Windhoek for January 2024, totaling N$18.2 million. Financial analysts at Simonis Storm Securities attribute…
Geingos Urges Namibians to Arrange Wills
By: Justicia Shipena Former First Lady Monica Geingos has urged Namibians to be proactive and organise their wills as death can come unexpectedly. She was speaking during the national memorial service of her late husband President Hage Geingob. She emphasised…
‘Time for Genocide Apology’ – German President
By: Justicia Shipena German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has expressed remorse for the atrocities committed by Germany during its colonial rule in Namibia between 1904 and 1908. Steinmeier conveyed his regret while delivering a final tribute to Namibia’s late…
Ministry Probes Alleged Overpriced School Furniture
By: Dolly Menas Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture, Anna Nghipondoka, has launched an investigation into the procurement process of the alleged overpriced furniture for the Himarwa Ithete Secondary School in the Kavango West region. The decision follows…
Analysts Urge Responsible Spending Ahead of Election Year
By: Dolly Menas As Namibia gears up for the upcoming general elections scheduled for November, experts are advocating for prudent government spending, particularly in critical sectors like education and healthcare. Speaking at a pre-budget public discussion on Tuesday,…
Geingob’s Funeral Weekend to Ignite Hospitality and Business Sectors
By: Justicia Shipena Late President Hage Geingob’s funeral weekend is expected to invigorate various business sectors, particularly benefiting the hospitality industry with an anticipated surge in visitors to the capital, Windhoek. Numerous dignitaries and their delegations have been announced…
Employment Statistics Expected Before Year-end…Census Results Announcement Scheduled for Next Week
By: Juliana Iikela The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) has announced that updated employment statistics will be available before the end of the year, following the conclusion of fieldwork for the 2023 Population and Housing Census. Namibia has been…
African Energy Chamber to Launch Namibia Trade Mission
By: Staff Writer The African Energy Chamber is gearing up to launch a trade mission to Namibia from April 23-25, aimed at promoting business opportunities within the country’s energy industry. In partnership with the Namibia International Energy Conference…
Business Community Commits to Upholding Geingob’s Vision of Inclusivity
By: Justicia Shipena The business community has pledged to uphold the late President Hage Geingob’s values and vision, particularly that of ‘No One Being Left Behind.’ During a memorial service held at his residence, Casa Rosalia, business community…
Nearly a Billion Spent on Vegetable Oil Imports …farmers Encouraged to Invest in Local Production
Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Namibia faces a significant shortfall in domestic vegetable oil production, leading to heavy reliance on imports to meet its domestic demand. According to data from a Market Intelligence analysis conducted by the Namibia Agronomic Board, imports of…