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Non-Bank Financial Sector Assets Near Half a Trillion Mark
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The total assets of Namibia’s non-bank financial institutions reached N$474.1 billion by the end of December 2024, bringing the sector just a few million dollars shy of the half-a-trillion mark — and nearly three times the size…
Only Flood-Affected Farmers to Receive Drought Relief – Nandi-Ndaitwah
By: Loise Shiimi President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says only individuals whose fields were destroyed by floods will qualify for government drought relief support. Nandi-Ndaitwah was speaking during a visit on Saturday to relocation centers in the Omusati, Oshana, and…
IEA: AI May Be the Hidden Engine of Tomorrow’s Energy Economy
By: Dwight Links The International Energy Agency (IEA) released a report that indicated previously unknown dimensions regarding the role that artificial intelligence can play in the broader energy economies of the world. “Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform…
Tcasava Village Finally Gets Clean Water After 35 Years of Shortage
By: Annakleta Haikera After decades of water scarcity, residents of Tcasava village in the remote Ncamagoro Constituency are celebrating a access to clean and safe water for the first time in over 35 years. Located 70 kilometers off…
Easter Weekend Proves Lucrative for Local Entrepreneurs
By: David Shoombe The Easter weekend is fast becoming one of the most profitable periods for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Namibia, as entrepreneurs take advantage of the increased movement of people and heightened consumer demand. Nelson Daniel, a…
Tse Yaa Kuku Easter Tournament Unites Community Through Football
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The fifth edition of the Tse Yaa Kuku Easter Tournament kicked off on 18 April at Ota Mutala village near Eheke, drawing thousands of spectators and showcasing emerging and experienced football talent. The tournament concluded yesterday. A…
Expanding Social Work Education to All Campuses – A Call for Inclusive Access and National Impact
By: Anton Kamerika In response to the urgent national need for more trained social workers and equitable access to tertiary education, I am calling on the Namibian government and tertiary institutions to expand the social work course offering to all…
From Diamonds to Beef: How U.S. Tariffs Could Push Namibia into Recession
By: Alina Mbango Namibia’s economic model is being tested like never before. The United States’ decision to impose 21% tariffs on Namibian exports has clogged the trading pipeline between the two countries, threatening to undo years of progress under the…
Ruacana Supplies 84% of National Electricity in Early 2025
By: Nghiinomenwa Erastus For the first two months of 2025, the Ruacana Hydro Power Station has generated 84% of the country’s electricity. Reducing the country’s power imports to around 40%, which is contrasting to the usual picture experienced in the…
Namibian Civil Technicians Eager to Upgrade Railway System
By: David Shoombe Namibian civil technicians and engineering students are calling for urgent upgrades to the country’s railway infrastructure. They emphasised its ability to drive national development, alleviate road congestion, and provide job opportunities for the youth. Ismael Sefanya, a…