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The International University of Management (IUM) Beacon of Transformation
By Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) stands as a beacon of hope, innovation, and transformation within Namibia’s higher education landscape. Since its establishment in 1994, IUM has played a pivotal role in providing accessible, affordable,…
Why Business Turnaround Matters for Namibia’s Economy
By: Christof Steenkamp As Namibia continues developing its approach to business turnaround, businesses and financial institutions need to take proactive steps to strengthen financial resilience. By implementing effective strategies, struggling businesses can recover, rebuild, and contribute to the country’s long-term…
First Time at IUM
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) was established in 1994 as the Institute of Higher Education by the Honorable Professor David Richard Namwandi. Officially launched as Namibia’s first private university in 2002 by then-President Sam Nujoma,…
FNB Namibia Is Opening New Doors to Home Ownership Through Collective Buying
By: Kirsty Watermeyer In the evolving narrative of financial inclusion and economic empowerment, the launch of FNB Namibia’s Collective Buying represents more than just a new product—it marks a shift in how we conceptualise homeownership, community, and economic mobility. As…
The Presence of IUM Graduate Teachers in All Schools
By: Stephanus Pombili Currently, I find myself in the Ohangwena Region with a singular objective: to assess the performance and presence of International University of Management (IUM) graduates within the education sector. Recent reports, particularly those emanating…
Over 6,600 from NUST and UNAM to entered the Job Market in 2025 So Far
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has conferred degrees to more than 2,800 students over the past two days, significantly contributing to the country’s pool of skilled labour. This represents a 40% increase in…
Otjikoto Mine Set to Produce Up to 185,000 Ounces of Gold in 2025
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus Otjikoto Mine is projected to produce between 165,000 and 185,000 ounces of gold in 2025, according to B2Gold’s Q1 2025 report. The mine, 90% owned by B2Gold, is expected to process 3.4 million tonnes…
More than a Rush: Strategically Building Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Economy
By: Eunice Shapange Lately, Namibia is buzzing with a new kind of energy, and I don’t just mean oil and gas – I mean green technology. We have seen discourse on social media, on panel discussions, and…
COSAFA U17 Girls Championship – A Contrast in Preparation
By: Hee-Dee Walenga Namibia will be hosting the sixth edition of the U17 COSAFA Girls’ Championship from 10 May to 17 May 2025. The inaugural edition of the regional developmental tournament took place in Mauritius in 2019. The 2025…
Govt to Borrow N$29.8 Billion This Year…N$21.2 Billion to Be Sourced Locally
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The government plans to borrow N$29.8 billion during the 2025/26 financial year to meet its budgetary requirements and other financial obligations. Of this amount, N$21.2 billion will be raised from the domestic market, according…