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Opinion: Social Media Influences Audiences Worldwide
By: Julian Mentzel Social media is present in almost every part of our everyday lives. It is a universal platform for entertainment, communication, and information sharing. With billions of users globally, social media sites like WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly…
Success of Local Content Policy Hinges on Namibian Entrepreneurs, Says Alweendo
By: Justicia Shipena Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo stresses that Namibia’s oil and gas local content policies face a high chance of failure without locally minded, creative, and motivated entrepreneurs who are willing to invest in acquiring…
Namport Records N$1,5 Billion in Revenue for 2023
By: Justicia Shipena The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) has recorded a 22% increase in revenue for the fiscal year 2023, soaring to N$1.503 billion compared to N$1.234 billion in 2022, surpassing its target of N$1.268 billion. The authority’s…
UNAM Vendors Appeal for Stalls Amid Clashes with Police
By: Mathias Hangala & Hertha Ekandjo Around 20 street vendors, predominantly women, who rely on selling their goods near the University of Namibia (UNAM) to make a living, are expressing frustration over what they perceive as unfair treatment…
Andrada Targets 75% Revenue Increase With Ore Sorting Operation
By: Staff Writer Andrada Mining has initiated the implementation of an ore sorting circuit at the Uis mine to ramp up tin concentrate production from 1,500 t/y to 2,600 t/y. This move is expected to escalate revenue by 75%…
Opinion: The Transformative Power of Employee Engagement
By: Hilma Vilho In the changing world of modern workplaces, one element stands out as a key to success: employee engagement. It is more than just a buzzword; it is a game changer with the power to transform…
Namibia Missing Out on Low-Hanging Fruit in Space Science Sector
By: Dwight Links Namibia’s involvement in the space science sector is currently limited and the country is missing out on potential economic activities and technological benefits associated with the sector. To address this gap, the Ministry of Higher…
IUM Announces Expansion Plans
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The International University of Management (IUM) plans to invest in educational infrastructure, with proposals for the construction of a Research, Training, and Conference Centre in Swakopmund on the coast, and the development of a new…
O&L Group Acquires Dimension Data in Namibia
By: Staff Writer The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has announced the acquisition of Dimension Data in Namibia, a move set to redefine the country’s information and communication technology sector. O&L’s acquisition of the remaining 49% of shares in…
Cricket Namibia Introduces Digital Cricket Courses
By: Dwight Links Cricket Namibia has started providing training opportunities in the sport through a digital process, offering various certifications recognised by the International Cricket Council (ICC). A comprehensive explanation of the process is available in a video,…