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Opinion: Oil and Gas, connecting and informing Namibians
By: Julie Hauwanga Our country looks to be going through a ‘glow-up,’ and the world is noticing. Oil and gas exploration, the Green Hydrogen projects that are being developed, and a resurgent tourism sector all bode well for Namibia’s socio-economic…
Opinion: Invest In Education: Securing the Future of Women And Girls In Africa
By: Fransina Ndateelela Kahungu Sixty-two years ago, it became customary for the Pan African Women’s Day to be celebrated each year on 31 July. This day is deliberately set aside for African women on the continent and in the diaspora…
Osino Expects N$5.1 Billion Competition Commission Decision in September
By: Staff Writer Osino Resources expects a final decision from the Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) on its acquisition by Chinese firm Shanjin (formerly Yintai Gold) by early September. Currently, competition law clearance from NaCC remains the only outstanding…
Malnutrition Cases Increasing in Ohangwena
By: Juliana Iikela Malnutrition cases in the Ohangwena region are on a concerning upward trajectory, exacerbated by high levels of poverty. According to the Ministry of Health’s regional chief medical officer, Odon Nkongolo, who spoke during a consultative meeting…
Okau Kamasheshe School Receives Computers Worth N$75,000
By: Loise Shiimi Up-Mark Investment recently donated 10 computers, software packages, and stationery valued at N$75,000 to learners at Okau Kamasheshe Combined School in the Oshakati West constituency of the Oshana region. Oshakati-based businessman, Nalitye Angolo, the managing…
African Stars and Ongos Ladies Crowned PstBet NFA Cup Champions
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The PstBet NFA Cup concluded dramatically over the weekend at the Independence Stadium in Windhoek, where African Stars triumphed over Young Brazilians with a 2-1 victory after extra time, thanks to a brace from Awilo…
Mbumba Wants Commercial Banks to Actively Participate in National Development
By: Hertha Ekandjo President Nangolo Mbumba has urged local banks to adopt a more proactive stance in funding small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to develop the economy. He called on them to explore avenues that significantly reduce collateral requirements…
First Ever School Esports Competition Hosted in Windhoek
By: Hee-Dee Walenga In collaboration with MTC and the Namibian Electronic Sports Association (NESA), My Zone hosted the first-ever Namibian Esports school competition at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) HTTPS building. The competition was open…
Opinion: Channelling Capital Towards Critical Sectors For Sustainable Development
By: Tiago Marques With more than 600 million people across Africa lacking access to electricity, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that Africa will need to double its electricity generation capacity by 2040 to meet growing demand. The African continent…
NamWater Faces Financial Strain Due to Unpaid Bills
By: Justicia Shipena The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) is grappling with significant financial challenges, primarily due to unpaid bills by its customers. NamWater CEO Abraham Nehemia highlighted this issue recently, noting that in 2022, NamWater reported being owed a…