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Food Security and Affordability Worsen in Namibia … First Capital warns of tough times ahead
By: Justicia Shipena Namibians are likely to face tough times ahead unless the government takes action to address growing concerns over food security and affordability, financial research firm First Capital has warned. According to First Capital’s latest Food…
Agra Enrols 2nd Cohort of Trainees into its Academy
By: Erikka Koukulunhu Agra has enrolled 11 employees into its Agricultural Academy as part of the second cohort of apprentices. This initiative is part of the company’s effort to empower its workforce with the knowledge and skills needed…
Japanese Vehicles Continue to Dominate Namibian Market
By: Abigail Nalisa Japanese vehicles maintained their dominance in the Namibian automotive market in August, with 671 units sold, capturing 67.4% of total sales. Economists, Almandro Jansen and Halleluya Ndimulunde, from Simonis Storm securities attributed this dominance to the…
Opinion: True Inflation and Inequality
By: Tannan Groenewald More often than not, the ‘true’ inflation rate experienced by urban and wealthier populations is lower than the reported headline inflation rate, while being higher for rural and poorer populations. The Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey…
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…
Mbumba Calls for UN Security Council Reform
By: Justicia Shipena President Nangolo Mbumba has called for concrete outcomes from the upcoming Summit of the Future, specifically advocating for reforms to the United Nations Security Council. Mbumba stressed the need for changes in the structure and…
Etango Uranium Output Can Power 8 Large Nuclear Reactors
By: Nghiinomnwa-vali Erastus Etango Uranium, a uranium mine under construction in the Erongo Region with the capacity to produce an annual output of 3.5 million pounds (Mlbs) of uranium oxide (U3O8) has the potential to power 7 to…
Health Ministry Draft Policy on Universal Health Coverage
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Ministry of Health and Social Services has revealed the draft policy on Universal Health Coverage aimed at expanding healthcare access across the country. The policy has been presented to Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula…
New EU Deforestation RegulationsTo Enhance Forest Governance
By: Justicia Shipena The introduction of the European Union’s new deforestation regulations presents Namibia with an opportunity to strengthen its forest governance, according to Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform Minister Calle Schlettwein. The regulation could help advance other…
WHO Announces First Prequalified Vaccine for Mpox
By: Justicia Shipena The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the first-ever prequalification of a vaccine for Mpox, marking a significant milestone in the fight against the viral disease, which has been a growing global health concern. Prequalification…