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Namibia and its Southern Neighbours: 100 Years of Water Governance Disputes
By: David Shoombe Though some of Namibia’s most capable diplomats, such as the late Theo-Ben Gurirab, Hidipo Hamutenya, and Hage Geingob managed to find common ground with their counterparts from neighbouring nations, the developments around the Orange River remain…
NUST To Train Vocational Instructors to Teach Beyond Level 3
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is addressing the historical “glass ceiling” NQF Level 3 qualification at vocational schools by developing Level 7 and 8 qualifications and specialised short courses. This will…
AfCFTA Step-by-Step Guide Validated
By: Mathias Hangala Various stakeholders from the public and private sector have met last week to validate the Step-by-Step Guide for trading goods under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). The draft guide was reviewed during…
National Digital Health Policy to Strengthen Health Systems – Luvindao
By: Loise Shiimi Digital health encompasses a wide range of technologies, including mobile applications, electronic health records, telehealth, and artificial intelligence (AI), all aimed at enhancing health systems and improving individual well-being, noted the Minister of Health…
Surén and Greeff Claim 2026 National Cycling Jerseys
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The 2026 Nedbank National Road Cycling Championships took place over the weekend in Windhoek, with Anri Greeff successfully defending her Individual Time Trial (ITT) and Road Race titles in the elite women’s category. New champions…
Unite to Enhance Economic Transformation – NCCI
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) chief executive officer, Titus Nampala, has called for unity in driving Namibia’s economic transformation amid ever-evolving trade conditions. Nampala made these remarks in a press statement released through the Chamber’s…
Oil Majors Did Not Inform the Ministry on PL104 Move
The Ministry of Industries, Mines, and Energy has stated that it was not informed by TotalEnergies and Petrobas regarding their equity acquisition in the exploration licence, PEL 104. According to the Ministry, the law requires any moves within…
CoW to Partner with WWF on Environmental Stewardship
The Municipality of Windhoek has approved a move to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The MoU seeks to advance sustainable development and environmental stewardship in Windhoek. According to the City, the partnership…
Why Supporting Ex-Convicts is Key to Reducing Crime
By: Peneyambeko Jonas Crime does not occur in a vacuum. In most cases, people are drawn into criminal behaviour by harsh social, economic, and psychological realities rather than a deliberate desire to break the law. Thus,…
The Mindset and Audacity of Those Making Economic Decisions Matters
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka The economic transformation and restructuring of the Namibian and African economies don’t hinge on foreign capital and mercies from the developed nations. Rather, it is the mindset and the audacity of those with…