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Accelerating Virtual Licensing: Securing Namibia’s Digital Future (Part 1)
By: Gideon Kapuka As the digital world continues to evolve, Namibia faces an urgent need to accelerate the implementation of provisional virtual licensing to keep pace with global developments. The country has made significant progress in adopting digital technologies,…
Navigating 2025’s Financial Landscape
By: Tumelo Thudinyane In 2025, investors and savers will face a world of tempered growth, changing policy dynamics, and revolutionary market trends. As we navigate the year, understanding the economic outlook, identifying investment opportunities, and embracing resilience strategies will…
Namibian Youth Pessimistic About Economic Future
By: Dwight Links A recent Africa Youth Survey has revealed that only 34% of Namibian youth believe the country’s economy is headed in the right direction, while 58% remain pessimistic about the nation’s prospects. This is the first…
NANSO Urges Private Sector to Upscale Corporate Responsibility
By: Loise Shiimi The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO) has called on the private sector to enhance its corporate social responsibility by initiating more programs to support and sustain the education system. This appeal follows the launch of…
Oil Not Accounted for Economic Growth in 2025
By: 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…
Govt Spending May Shift Due to Fishrot Legal Aid – Analyst Warns …experts say legal aid is a right for all
By: 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…
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…
HyIron Oshivela Cuts Electrolyser Costs, Boosting Green Hydrogen Affordability
By: 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…
Radio Remains the Most Powerful Source of Information
By: 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…
Sport is a Reflection of Society
By: 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…