Category: News
Nam Recognises Tourism as Crucial for Sustainable Development
By: Hertha Ekandjo Environment ministry deputy minister Heather Sibungo said the government recognises the tourism sector as an important economic sector and a critical tool for sustainable development, as highlighted in the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sibungo said the…
Gondwana Care Trust Raises About N$180,000
Staff writer Gondwana Care Trust has raised about N$180,000 for charity through its fundraising golf day. This is the Trust’s second fundraising golf day and was held at the Omeya Golf Course last week, with 20 teams participating. “We are…
Mind Good Debt for Economic Growth
Josef Kefas Sheehama While not all debt is wrong, as a nation, we need to understand that it comes with much responsibility. Therefore, debt financing is beneficial for the economy. However, it is important to keep debt levels at a…
WBCG Calls on the Zambian Govt to Procure Fertilisers via Walvis Bay
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Last week the Walvis Bay Corridor Group pitched to Zambia to utilise the Walvis Bay Port for its fertiliser imports and others. This is after the Zambian government indicated that it will procure 256 000 metric…
Meatco’s Cannery Still Suspended
Staff writer Meatco’s production at the cannery is still suspended for the financial year 2021/22, after the company revealed that the economies of scale did not justify remaining open. This was revealed in the company’s latest financial report. The company…
SADC Partners Say Political Will Can Boost Regional Development
Moses Magadza – Johannesburg, South Africa A regional dialogue convened by a collaboration of southern African organisations led by the Partnership for Social Accountability (PSA) Alliance recently, has concluded that political will anchored on enabling national legislation or policies is…
Eswatini Environmental Fund Visits Namibia’s EIF To Learn
The Eswatini Environmental Fund (EEF) recently concluded a benchmark study of Namibia’s Environmental Investment Fund (EIF) to attain suitable benchmarks for its National Environment Fund. The purpose of visiting Namibia was to meet with the EIF and learn from the…
BIG Coalition Pro Bono Concert Aims to End Poverty
By: Uakutura Kambaekua The Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia festival under the theme “Basic Income Grant is basic Humanism” is set for Saturday at Zoo Park’s Amphitheatre in Windhoek as the coalition joins the rest of the world in…
Telecom Donates to Kavango West Shack Dwellers
Staff Writer The Shack Dwellers Federation from Katjinakatji and Murarani received a donation of zinc (roofing materials) to the value of N$50 000 at a handover ceremony held at the Mankumpi Constituency Office. The handover took place on 13 September…
The Importance of Assisting Platforms That Stimulate the Economy
By: Martin D. Shaanika The recent pandemic has put much on hold and, in many cases, shown us that platforms to showcase products and services play a significant role in brand awareness and increasing service delivery. Participating in showcasing efforts…