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African Energy Chamber to Launch Namibia Trade Mission
By: Staff Writer The African Energy Chamber is gearing up to launch a trade mission to Namibia from April 23-25, aimed at promoting business opportunities within the country’s energy industry. In partnership with the Namibia International Energy Conference…
Namibia Upbeat About Impending Energy Investment Decision
By: Justicia Shipena Petroleum Commissioner Maggy Shino is confident about the forthcoming final investment decisions regarding recent discoveries made by major players such as Total Energies, Shell, Galp, and the existing Kudu Gas field operated by BW Energies….
Brighter Outlook for Namibia’s Tourism Sector in 2024 …Over 500k Visitors in 2023
By: Staff Writer The tourism sector is poised to be a standout performer in Namibia’s economy in 2024, according to analysts. This optimistic outlook is bolstered by key events like the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) and the…
Business Community Commits to Upholding Geingob’s Vision of Inclusivity
By: Justicia Shipena The business community has pledged to uphold the late President Hage Geingob’s values and vision, particularly that of ‘No One Being Left Behind.’ During a memorial service held at his residence, Casa Rosalia, business community…
Bank Windhoek Appoints Ngula as Head of e-Money
By: Staff Writer Bank Windhoek has announced the appointment of Candy Ngula as its new Head of Electronic Money (e-Money). In her new role, Ngula will lead the charge in driving the value of e-Money while overseeing its…
Shift to Year-Round Backyard Gardens Crucial for Food Security
Juliana Iikela Over the years, Namibia has been facing a household food crisis exacerbated by climate change-induced droughts and floods affecting various crop-producing regions. Part of this problem has been attributed to the heavy reliance of Namibian crop farmers…
Opinion: Alcohol Consumption and its Detrimental Effects on Society
Ndahafa Happy Juju They say one glass won’t hurt. However, many will agree that too many glasses can lead to actions that hurt the individual and have a detrimental effect on those around them. In a recent press…
OPINION: What Does an Unchanged Repo Rate Mean?
By: Amos Kambonde Recently, consumers received positive news with the announcement of an unchanged repo rate alongside an unchanged in fuel prices across Namibia. While these developments may seem distant from the average person’s daily concerns, they hold significant…
Opinion: 5G and Renewable Energy in Namibia
Emilia Nghikembua Poised at the forefront of renewable energy adoption, Namibia is on the cusp of an energy revolution, significantly propelled by the integration of Fifth Generation (5G) connectivity. This advanced technology promises to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and…
OPINION: Empowering the Next Generation in Finance
By: Sanja van den Berg The emergence of digital disruptions has changed how we handle money, perform transactions, and build confidence in today’s quickly changing financial scene. This shift is radically altering the terms of interaction in the financial services…