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Why Does a N$1 Million Car Get Paid off in 5 Years, but a N$1 million House Takes 20 to 30 Years?
Dr.Ester Kali The answer is simpler than most people think: affordability. A household doesn’t only need a house. It also needs transport, furniture, school fees, medical aid, insurance, food, and a dozen other things that don’t pause just…
Sossusvlei Belongs to Every Namibian
By: Gerhard Van Der Merwe, Property Development Specialist & Lawyer | Passionate about Namibian Tourism So, when the Ministry decided to limit the 5km stretch between the Sossusvlei and Deadvlei parking areas to a single concessionaire, the tourism industry got…
Welwitchia University, Hope Home-Based Health Care Sign Agreement to Strengthen Student Training
On 08 June 2026, Welwitchia University signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Hope Home-Based Health Care to strengthen the training, practical placement, and professional development of Bachelor’s degree students in Social Work and Nursing. The agreement was signed in…
Nam Can Explore 5 Pathways to Solve Housing Crisis
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala According to the Inclusive and Sustainable Urban Development institute, Namibia can pursue 5 approaches to solve its housing crisis. This was stated during the Bank of Namibia Housing Research Symposium that happened last month. The organization…
Raw Hides Dominate Animal Byproduct Exports
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala As of the end of March, the country has exported 750,146 kilograms of processed, raw skin and hides to various countries from the 56,415 heads of cattle slaughtered in Namibia for the production of beef….
ECB Clarifies Current Electricity Costs
By: David Shoombe The current cost of electricity is largely attributed to the complex structure of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. Electricity Control Board (ECB) chief executive officer, Robert Kahimise, made these remarks at a media engagement last…
Biosafety Act on GMO Products Under Review
By: Dwight Links New developments in the food and seeds production have necessitated the review of the Biosafety Act (2006), as more modification in plants and animals takes place. The National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST)…
Welwitchia University School Of Law: Your Legal Career Journey Starts Here
By: Stephanus Pombili Welwitchia University, formerly known as Welwitchia Health Training Centre, has successfully transitioned into a fully-fledged university after attaining university status in 2024. This transformation has positioned the institution as one of the emerging key players…
Namibia’s Digital Oil Revolution: Powering a New Energy Frontier
By: Helene Vosloo Namibia stands at the threshold of a transformative era. With major oil and gas discoveries in the Orange Basin, the country is rapidly emerging as a global energy frontier. Yet, beyond physical resources, it is the…
Namibia Air Feasibility Study Has Been Completed
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala A feasibility study to assess the commercial viability of reviving the national airline under Namibia Air has been completed, shared Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi in Parliament. The country’s first airline was liquidated due to…