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Oil Not Accounted for Economic Growth in 2025
Justicia Shipena Oil exploration will not contribute to Namibia’s economic growth this year, according to the Bank of Namibia (BoN). Central Governor Johannes !Gawaxab emphasised the uncertainty surrounding oil exploration, stating that while significant investments are being made,…
Govt Spending May Shift Due to Fishrot Legal Aid – Analyst Warns …experts say legal aid is a right for all
Justicia Shipena, Uaueza Kanguatjivi Government spending priorities could be impacted if legal aid is granted to the Fishrot accused, consumer analyst Salomo Iipinge has warned. He cautioned that using public funds to defend high-profile corruption suspects could set…
In Tribute to H.E. Dr. Sam S. Nujoma
UNAM’s Founding Chancellor and Architect of Higher Education in Namibia The University of Namibia (UNAM) joins the nation in mourning the passing of H.E. Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding President, Father of the Nation, and the inaugural Chancellor of…
Entrepreneurs Call for Female Financial Inclusivity
Uaueza Kanguatjivi Female entrepreneurs are calling for systemic transformation to ensure that women and marginalised groups gain greater access to economic opportunities. Despite 79.8% of eligible women now being financially included, surpassing the 76.1% of men, investment opportunities…
HyIron Oshivela Cuts Electrolyser Costs, Boosting Green Hydrogen Affordability
Justicia Shipena The HyIron Oshivela Green Iron project in Arandis has significantly reduced the cost of electrolysers, a key component in green hydrogen production. By keeping expenses at N$7,411 ($400) per kilowatt hour (kWh), far below the global average…
Radio Remains the Most Powerful Source of Information
Dolly Menas Radio continues to be Namibia’s most powerful source of information despite the rapid rise of digital platforms. Speaking on World Radio Day, observed under the theme “Radio and Climate Change: A Powerful Tool for Climate Action,” Charmaine…
Sport is a Reflection of Society
Hee-Dee Walenga The idea that sport is a reflection of society has been around for as long as sport has been a field of study in academia. There is an entire subcategory within sports studies called sports sociology. The study…
Business Leaders Pay Tribute to Sam Nujoma
Dolly Menas Members of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) have expressed their gratitude for the late President Sam Nujoma’s commitment to entrepreneurship, economic growth, and unity within the private sector. Director of SME Compete, Danny Meyer,…
Sports Sector Backs Govt’s Mourning Directive
Justicia Shipena Namibian sporting bodies have expressed support for the government’s directive to suspend sporting events during the mourning period for the late Founding President Sam Nujoma. The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has confirmed its compliance with the…
Namdia Executives’ Suspensions Highlight Corporate Governance Failures – Expert
Justicia Shipena David Shoombe The suspension of top executives at Namibia Desert Diamonds (Namdia) following a security breach highlights deeper corporate governance issues within state-owned enterprises (SOEs), according to governance expert Professor Johan Coetzee. Coetzee described the recurring suspensions…