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Namibia’s Oil and Gas Potential Attracts OPEC’s Attention
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The forthcoming Namibian International Energy Conference (NIEC) is set to host a distinguished guest next month, with Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary General of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), slated to attend. The African…
Local Tourists are Increasingly Opting for Campsites
By: Staff Writer Namibians are increasingly turning to campsites for their tourism experiences as occupancy rates at hospitality establishments continue to dwindle, dropping to 23.1% last month from 24.9% in January and 33.0% in February 2023. The allure…
Andrada Mining Secures N$175 Million Loan … plans 5MW Uis solar plant
By: Staff Writer Andrada Mining’s subsidiary, Uis Tin Mining Company (UTMC), has secured a conditional credit-approved funding agreement of N$175 million with Bank Windhoek, marking a significant milestone for the company’s expansion plans. This new loan agreement will…
Kavango East Leadership Urges Alweendo to Implement Rural Electrification
By: Annakleta Haikera Leaders in the Kavango East Region are urgently calling on the Ministry of Mines and Energy to prioritise the needs of the people by accelerating rural electrification efforts in the region and incorporating provisions for…
Capricorn Foundation Commits N$1 Million to Towards Desert-based Economy
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus In a bid boost to the RuralRevive initiative aimed at building economic advancement and sustainable development in the Maltahöhe community, the Capricorn Foundation has pledged N$1 million towards the cause. The partnership between Capricorn Foundation…
Pressing Housing Needs Present Both Opportunities and Challenges for Construction Sector
By: Justicia Shipena The pressing need for affordable housing in Namibia is creating both opportunities and challenges for the construction sector, according to economic researcher Halleluya Ndimulunde of Simonis Storm Securities. This comes in light of the City…
Talks at Advanced Stage for MVA Fund’s Trauma Centre Land Acquisition in Windhoek
By: Justicia Shipena The Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund of Namibia is currently engaged in negotiations with the City of Windhoek (CoW) to finalise payment arrangements for the land earmarked to host Namibia’s inaugural trauma centre. MVA’s Chief…
Kavango East Leaders Call For Reforms in Management of Green Schemes
By: Annakleta Haikera Rundu Constituency Councillor Paulus Mbangu has called for reforms in the management of green schemes, urging that managers be granted full authority to oversee operations and facilitate food security and socio-economic development. Mbangu, during an engagement…
Opinion: Three Trends Set To Drive Cyber Attacks in 2024
Scott Sayce Ransomware attacks saw a sharp increase once again over the past year. AI and the increase in mobile-connected devices provide further areas of vulnerability for cybercriminals to exploit. Early detection can reduce the cost of breaches up to…
50% of Local Wheat Farmers Quit Production in 2023
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Namibia Agronomic Board (NAB) has revealed that approximately 50% of Namibian wheat-producing farmers have discontinued wheat production. Only 31 wheat farmers persisted with cultivation nationwide, a significant decline from the 61 farmers recorded in 2022….