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IUM: The Best University in Namibia – A University of the People, by the People
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) stands tall today as Namibia’s most progressive, people-driven, and transformative institution of higher learning. Founded in 1994 by Professor David Namwandi with a single student in a humble kitchen classroom,…
Retirement Administrators and Why They Matter
By: Kaarina Nambinga In Namibia, retirement planning is increasingly important. With the cost of living going up, individuals living longer, and the current economic difficulties, it’s crucial to ensure your future is financially protected. A very significant part…
Less than 30% of the 2025/26 Capital Budget Executed
By: Dwight Links and Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala There is a notable sluggishness in the implementation of the budget for the Capital/Development project by the government. In an update from the Minister of Finance, Ericah Shafudah, she stated that…
EIF to Inject N$1.4 billion into Climate Resilience by 2026
By: Mathias Hangala In enhancing the national steps towards building climate resilience, the Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) has committed to availing approximately N$1.4 billion by 2026 to support climate mitigation and adaptation efforts/projects. This announcement…
Civil Society and FIC engage on compliance to avoid grey areas
By: Dwight Links The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) provided a presentation on the compliance factors that exist within the financial sector. The special briefing session led by Bryan Eiseb, Director of the FIC, had the aim to…
Increase Education Budget to Address Infrastructure Gaps – Samupwa
By: Annakleta Haikera The Deputy Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Youth, Civic Relations, and Community Development, Austin Samupwa, has called for an increase in budget allocation to the education sector to address infrastructure challenges affecting…
Vegetable Seeds and Fruit Trees For Arbor Day
By: Mathias Hangala Arbor Day at the Onghuwo Yepongo Centre in Windhoek was celebrated by gifting over 40 residents of the Tobias Hainyeko Constituency with vegetable seed packs and a fruit tree each last week. The initiative, spearheaded by…
IUM Graduates Continue to Secure Jobs as IUM Remains a Top Institution for Teachers to Further Their Studies
By: Stephanus Pombili Since its humble beginnings in 1994, the International University of Management (IUM) has continued to shape Namibia’s human capital and empower thousands of young professionals. Founded by Prof. David Richard Namwandi, IUM started with just…
AGOA Expiration: Pivotal Moment for Africa’s Economic Self-Reliance and Continental Prosperity
By: Jason Kasuto The expiration of the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) on September 30, 2025, signals a pivotal moment for Africa’s economic trajectory. Since its inception in 2000, AGOA has fuelled African aspirations by providing duty-free access to…
N$5.5 million to Subsidise Potato Production
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala The Namibia Agronomic Board (NAB) has availed a total of N$5.5 million to be allocated for the 2025/2026 financial year potato value chain development scheme . This scheme forms part of the recently launched NAB…