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Okufu Kwanyenga nOmbwa- The Feast of Summer Harvest
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka In our economic analysis, we do injustice to one of the greatest seasons in Namibia that all farmers and many Namibians get to feast on affordable free nutritional food. That season is called Okufu in…
Water Scarcity in Windhoek Reaches Critical Levels
By: Staff Writer The Windhoek Municipality faces an imminent threat of escalating water scarcity, with consumption rates soaring by 10%, rather than achieving the targeted 10% reduction. This worrying trend could prompt the declaration of a more severe…
Namibia Introduces Visa on Arrival for 56 Countries
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia has taken a significant step in facilitating international travel by launching visas on arrival for nationals of 56 countries, including 27 from Africa and 29 from other parts of the world. The announcement was…
First Cohort of Green Hydrogen Students Set to Depart for Germany
By: Staff Writer Following the conclusion of the two-day Sasscal-organised Green Hydrogen Symposium in Windhoek this week, the first cohort of students in the green hydrogen scholarship program will be departing for Germany, with others set to follow later….
Hartzenberg Becomes First in Namibia to Attain Dual Chartered Accountant Designations
By: Staff Writer Florian Hartzenberg has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first professional accountant in Namibia to acquire both the Chartered Accountant, Namibia (CA(NAM)) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designations. This accomplishment follows the collaborative efforts…
Opinion: Financial Planning for Namibia’s Millennials
By: Ashante Manetti Financial freedom. It’s a term that conjures up images of early retirement, dream vacations, and unshakeable security. But for Namibia’s millennial generation, this dream can often feel shrouded in uncertainty. With student loan burdens, a competitive job…
Opinion: How to Secure Your Financial Nest This Easter
By: Mignon du Preez Easter is coming, and again we find ourselves in a time for fresh starts and introspection about the things that really matter. However, did you realise that the custom of searching for Easter eggs may teach…
Agreement for Dual-Fuel Hydrogen-Diesel Locomotives Nearly Finalised
By: Justicia Shipena The Chairperson of the Green Hydrogen Council, ObethKandjoze, has announced the completion of contract negotiations for Namibia’s groundbreaking green hydrogen initiative, the HyRail project. Led by the consortium HyRail, spearheaded by hydrogen application development company…
Hardap and //Kharas Underrepresented in Green Hydrogen Scholarship Programme
By: Hertha Ekandjo The chairperson of the Namibia Green Hydrogen Council Obeth Kandjoze has raised concerns over the inadequate representation of the //Kharas and Hardap regions in the green hydrogen scholarship programme. Speaking during the Green Hydrogen Symposium…
Letshego Turns to Local Borrowing to Reduce Dependency on Parent Funding
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Letshego Holding Namibia has augmented its local borrowing to N$3.1 billion by the close of 2023, up from N$2.5 billion, aimed at fueling its expansion while decreasing reliance on parent funding. In its 2023 financial…