Category: News
International Conflicts Could Affect Namibia’s Development Goals
David Shoombe Namibian trade analysts indicate that Namibia’s national developmental priorities may be delayed as a result of the nation’s economic vulnerability to being affected by global conflicts. With the ongoing attacks of US-Israeli forces on Iran, the threat of…
Education Must Align with Economic Reform, Says Former Minister
Justicia Shipena Former Minister of Education, Nahas Angula, has called for the urgent alignment of the education system with economic reforms to tackle the country’s growing challenges of youth unemployment and systemic inequality. “Education does not operate in…
Parents Urged Act on Early Signs of Childhood Cancer
Dolly Menas The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has expressed concern over the growing number of childhood cancers in the country. According to CAN’s chief executive officer Rolf Hansen, the most common childhood cancers in Namibia include eye cancers,…
Inaugural HopHydro Cup a Resounding Success
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The Founder of the HopSol Youth League, Robert Hopperdietzel, has launched an under-18 international youth cup called HopHydro Cup designed to promote youth football development. Backed by a N$4 million investment, the inaugural tournament took…
FNB Namibia Named Top Employer in Namibia and Africa
Fransina Nghidengwa FNB Namibia has been recognized as the Top Employer in Namibia and Africa for 2025 by the prestigious Top Employers Institute. This accolade underscores the bank’s dedication to employee well-being, professional growth, diversity, and fostering an…
Fugitive Exploits Loopholes in Namibia’s Legal System
By: Uaueza Kanguatjivi Two Chinese nationals were arrested at Hosea Kutako International Airport on Tuesday on charges of including possession of controlled wildlife products, exporting without a permit, conspiracy to commit a crime, among other offenses. The two,…
Namibia Bans Import of German Meat Products Following FMD Outbreak
Staff writer Namibia has banned the import of fresh and frozen meat and meat products from cloven-hoofed animals from Germany following a confirmed report of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the European country effective immediately. The ban also…
Green Hydrogen Could Pull N$400 Billion In European Investments
Andrew Kathindi Namibia’s partnership with the European Union (EU) could mobilise N$400 billion in European private investments for the country’s green hydrogen sector. This would be more than double the country’s GDP and could enable Namibia’s aspirations for…
Steenkamp Urges Parents to Honour Stationery List Commitment
Loise Shiimi Executive Director of the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has called on parents to fulfill their commitments to provide items on their children’s stationery lists, emphasising that these items are integral to the…
Councillor Calls for Probe Following Latest Food Poisoning Case
Annakleta Haikera Ndiyona Constituency Councillor Laurentius Mukoya has called for increased community engagement and a thorough investigation following a recent food poisoning incident involving six minors. The incident occurred on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Kashira village, where…