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Opinion: Understanding the Role of Leadership in NGOs
By: Anelie Petrus I attended the NGO Capacity Training at the American Center, U.S. Embassy, Namibia from 9 -13 September 2024. This training was very impactful and very important for us as an NGO. Through this training, we learned…
Opinion: Inclusivity Depends on Skills and Access to Capital
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka The word “inclusivity” is often used by many who want to appear caring, but few offer practical solutions on how to achieve it. We can shout and give passionate speeches, but building an inclusive…
NamRA Commences Pilot Testing at Trans-Kalahari Border Posts
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has begun pilot testing of the One Stop Border Post (OSBP) system at the Trans-Kalahari/Mamuno border posts, effective from 2 September 2024. This initiative aims to streamline the clearance process for…
Opinion: Understanding the Aggregate Bond Index
By: Liaan Burger In uncertain times, markets can become highly volatile, leading investors to rather hold their funds in safer assets such as fixed-income instruments to protect their capital. In times of greater uncertainty, such as during war or financial…
HDF says its Green Hydrogen Power Plant Could be Namibia’s Backup Energy Source
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus A company called HDF Energy Namibia’s which is venturing into the production of green hydrogen and related technologies says it is implementing a project with the potential of becoming the country’s quick-response power reserve….
Near Half-Century School Lacks Proper Infrastructure
By: Annakleta Haikera Shakashi Primary School in Kavango East, which has existed for 45 years, has never had adequate classrooms or proper infrastructure. Located about 60 km from Divundu in the rural area of Mukwe Constituency, the school…
25% of N$1.3bn Solar Project Reserved for Local Contractors
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus and Fransina Nghidengwa Two Chinese contractors, awarded N$1.4 billion for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) of a 100 MW solar plant near Rosh Pinah, are required to allocate at least 25% of the project…
Opinion: China-Africa Summit: Important Impulse Partnership, Security, and Economic Evolution
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama The China-Africa Summit, held last week was attended by 53 Heads of States, with China announcing $51 billion in support to Africa over the next three years. This comprises investments in infrastructure, industrial development,…
Informal Cross-Border Trading Declines
By: Mathias Hangala The value of informal cross-border trade at all surveyed border crossings in November 2023 declined by 46.8%, from N$19.4 million in September 2019 to N$10.3 million. Of the N$10.3 million, exports accounted for 88.5%, while…
Employers Told to Integrate New Psychometric Guidelines in Recruitment
By: Hertha Ekandjo Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation, Utoni Nujoma, has called on stakeholders in the employment sector to incorporate new national guidelines on the use of psychometrics into their recruitment processes. Speaking at…