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Project Management Is A Critical Role
By: Page Kashikuka The environment in which we live is created, enhanced, and maintained by civil engineers. Roads, trains, airports, bridges, harbours, dams, irrigation projects, power plants, and sewage systems are just a few examples of the infrastructure and building…
The Evolving Landscape of Public Relations in Namibia
By: Ilke Platt Exploring the innovative shifts in Namibia’s business and financial sectors through a public relations lens is an intriguing journey. Much has evolved in narrating success stories, transitioning from traditional perspectives to contemporary trends. The ongoing digital…
Medical Aid Funds Face Operating Losses
By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia’s medical aid funding industry is facing significant financial strains attributed to operational losses recorded by many medical aid funds, causing industry concerns. The cumulative reserve levels of all medical aid funds is also a cause for…
Angola, Nigeria Resist Oil Production Cut Plans
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Angola and Nigeria have expressed their intent to defy the directives by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and Allies (OPEC+) urging member states to reduce oil production in an attempt to stabilise the market. The…
Decline in Local Travels Irks Hospitality Association
By: Justicia Shipena The Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN) has reported a decline in local travel for the current year, indicating a departure from the trend observed in 2019. Gitta Paetzold, the organisation’s CEO, expressed concern over the relatively low…
Shift In Investments Focus To Impact Fuel Prices
By: Justicia Shipena The declining trend of investments into oil and gas attributed to the global emphasis on reducing carbon emissions and protecting the environment is one the factors influencing oil prices hikes. This is according to Petroleum Economist…
Opening of Borders to Foreign Workers Is Governed by Law, Not Market Forces
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The decision to permit or deny foreign workers to come and work in Namibia for a certain period is solely within the discretion of the Immigration Selection Board (ISB). This decision is guided by Namibia’s Immigration…
Police Gets 113 New Fleet Worth Over N$100 Million
By: Hertha Ekandjo The government has spent nearly N$100 million to procure a new fleet for the Namibian Police Force which has been battling challenges of lack of adequate transport for years. The new fleet comprises 113 vehicles, three…
Uis Lithium Ridge Licence Area Produces High-grade Spodumene Concentrate
By: Staff writer Andrada Mining has produced high-grade lithium spodumene concentrate from mineralised pegmatite material, marking a significant turn in its exploration and development efforts. The discovery was sourced from its Lithium Ridge licence area, located about 35km southeast of…
Do Not Share Your Banking PINs Or OTPs With Anyone – Banks Included
By: Johnny Truter In the past, bank robbers were brazen. They used weapons and physical intimidation to instil fear into staff, security guards and any customers who were in the branch. Their timing was considered. They would strike on the…