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Opinion: On Owning Your Digital Footprint
By: Nahenda Matheus I started working in the digital space while I was still studying. I remember managing a couple of social media accounts and charging little to nothing because I was still a student and during that…
Opinion: The Oil and Gas Sector and Local Content Policy
Tom Alweendo Entrepreneurs have to play a key role in the development of this industry. In addition to that, it should be clear that the goal for these resources is to spread the wealth to all Namibians. In addition to…
Namibia’s Trade Deficit Widens to N$4.5 Billion
By: Staff Writer Namibia’s trade deficit expanded slightly in March, with exports falling short by N$1.9 billion compared to the same period last year. Export earnings increased from N$6.1 billion in February to N$8.3 billion in March, while imports…
First Salmon Farm Targets 2026 Harvest
By: Justicia Shipena The Benguela Blue Aqua Farming, which yesterday held its groundbreaking initiative for the continent’s first salmon farm at Lüderitz, is targeting an inaugural harvest by December 2026. The initiative marks the establishment of Namibia’s first…
How the Spirit of Samba can Help Namibia
By: Dwight Links Pedro da Silva was part of the Brazilian delegation that paid a visit to Namibia and to State House last month. Da Silva is the president of Superliga – a federation of Samba schools in…
Devil’s Claw Export Value Exceeds N$41 Million Annually
By: Hertha Ekandjo Exports of Devil’s Claw raw material have averaged one million kilograms per year, with an estimated export value in Namibia of USD 2.13 million (N$41 million) annually. This raw material, exported to various international markets,…
Mbumba Urges Belgium to Address G7 Diamond Restrictions
By: Justicia Shipena President Nangolo Mbumba has urged Belgium to engage in urgent dialogue concerning the recent diamond sanctions imposed by the Group of Seven (G7) countries. He made this plea during a meeting with King Philippe of…
Namibia and Belgium Ink Pact to Reforest Siya Plantation in Kavango West
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia and Belgium have signed an agreement to begin reforesting the Siya plantation, which is roughly 35 km west of the Kavango West area of Namibia. On the sidelines of King Philippe of Belgium’s visit…
Winnie Madikizela Mandela Road to Undergo Dual Carriageway Upgrade
By: Staff Writer The City of Windhoek has approved Ongos Valley Development’s proposal to upgrade Winnie Madikizela Mandela Road into a dual carriageway and to engage in a development agreement. This project, according to the municipality, presents an…
Opinion: Fuel and Electricity Prices Hike Could Accelerate Inflation
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama The surging costs of fuel and electricity in Namibia will undoubtedly pose challenges for all citizens, with the unemployed and lower-income individuals bearing the brunt of the burden. The impending hike in fuel prices,…