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Construction Sector Experiences Growth in Windhoek
By: Staff Writer The Windhoek municipality approved a total of 184 building plans in March, marking an 11.5% month-on-month (m/m) increase compared to February’s figures and signalling a steady uptick in construction activity in the capital. Analysis conducted by…
Likwaterera Village in Kavango East to Get Permanent Healthcare Facilities
By: Annakleta Haikera Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula has announced plans to construct a permanent health facility at Likwaterera village, with funding allocated from the 2026/2027 financial year budget. Shangula made this announcement on Saturday, during the belated 34th…
Opinion: Are Jobs Still Coming in Namibia?
By: Ludorf Iyambo As one observes the hope for employment fading from the young and old, the educated and uneducated alike, some of us are left to wonder, when are the jobs coming? According to data from the Ministry…
I Wish I Listened to My Mom
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka Observing young Angolan children selling in the streets of Windhoek brings back memories of my upbringing in Oshakati and living with my mother. It reinforces my belief that my mother was a true entrepreneur. Growing up…
Windhoek Faces Potential N$52 Million Loss if Industries Fully Tap Aquifers
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Windhoek municipality could face an annual loss of up to N$52 million if industries are permitted to exclusively use their private aquifers as a water source for production. To mitigate this risk, the City…
Namibia’s Fertiliser Consumption Falls Short of Abuja Declaration Mandates
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia is among countries yet to meet the mandated 50 kg/ha fertiliser consumption threshold set by the Abuja Declaration. This was revealed by Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Anna Shiweda, during the Africa…
Drought Relief Food to Be Sourced Locally
By: Loise Shiimi and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has committed to procuring food locally for the drought relief program scheduled to commence in July 2024. This decision follows the allocation of N$600 million by…
Katutura Residents Committee Threatens Legal Action Over Estimated Water Bills
By: Justicia Shipena The Katutura Residents Committee has issued a stern warning to the City of Windhoek, threatening legal action if the municipality fails to address concerns regarding its method of estimating water usage charges. In a letter addressed…
“Nam Can Certify Its Diamonds, No Need For Antwerp” – Mbumba
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus President NangoloMbumba has emphasised Namibia’s capability to independently certify its diamonds, without reliance on external verification. He said this amidst new regulations mandating that all diamonds bound for Europe pass through Antwerp, Belgium. Mbumba last week…
Kelp Blue Among Top 20 in Global XPRIZE Carbon Removal Contest
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s Kelp Blue has emerged as one of the 20 finalists in the highly competitive XPRIZE Carbon Removal Competition. Recognised for its innovative approach to seaweed cultivation aimed at restoring marine biodiversity and advancing carbon sequestration,…