September 23
Namibia: Procurement Board Engages Nampol to Strengthen Public Procurement Service Delivery
To enhance public procurement service delivery through continuous stakeholder engagement, the management of the Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) recently met with the… Read more »
September 19
Congo-Kinshasa: N$52.6 Million EU-Funded Solar Project Powers 32 Homes in Swakop's DRC Settlement
The European Union (EU) has funded a project worth N$52.6 million to provide renewable energy to 32 households of Swakopmund's DRC informal settlement as part of a memorandum of… Read more »
Namibia: New Vehicle Sales Show Ongoing Decline in Passenger and Commercial Demand
Research and investment company IJG recently released its new vehicle sales analysis report which shows that 995 new vehicles were sold in August, an 8.2% y/y decrease compared to… Read more »
Africa: Monica Geingos Appointed As Sustainable Development Goals Advocate
The Executive Chairperson of One Economy Foundation and Chancellor of Kepler University, Monica Geingos has been appointed as a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Advocate,… Read more »
September 18
Namibia: National Indigenous Knowledge Systems Council Appointed
Eight members were appointed, to the National Indigenous Knowledge Systems Council (NIKSC) by the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), recently. Read more »
September 13
Namibia: Electricity Control Board Reviews Distribution Grid and Connection Code
The Electricity Control Board (ECB) had a stakeholder workshop for the review and update of the Distribution Grid and Connection Code at the Windhoek Country Club and Resort last… Read more »
August 22
Southern Africa: SADC Endorse Samuel Maimbo As Candidate for AfDB Presidency
The Southern African Development Community Heads of State and Government have endorsed Samuel Maimbo, a national of Zambia, as a candidate for the position of President of the… Read more »
Namibia: Malnutrition Deaths Decrease in Omaheke Region, Focus Shifts to Prevention
The Office of the Governor in the Omaheke Region announced that malnutrition-related deaths have decreased from 77 last year to 62 this year. Read more »
Namibia: Central Bank Says Local Exchange Control Policies Conducive for Oil and Gas
Namibia's Exchange Control Policies and Laws remain supportive of the nascent oil and gas sector and are designed to promote a favourable investment environment for foreign direct… Read more »
August 08
Namibia: Opportunities and Drawbacks of a Nuclear Power Plant to Meet Namibia's Electricity Needs
Energy security demands a reduction in reliance on imported fossil fuels as everyone braces for the potential of an impending energy apocalypse. Read more »
August 02
Namibia: Theofelus Urges Responsible Social Media Use
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus this week called for responsible social media use, stressing the crucial role that social media plays in… Read more »
Namibia: Government Condemns German Official's Controversial Memorial Wreath
The government has strongly condemned the actions of Sven Tritschler, Deputy Leader of the German right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party Parliamentary faction from North… Read more »
July 30
Namibia: Puma Energy to Expand Free Wi-Fi Access to Nearly 90 Percent of Their Locations
Puma Energy Namibia is set to extend free wi-fi services to about 90% of their sites throughout the country said General Manager of Puma Energy Namibia, Adell Samuelson. Read more »
Namibia: Alwendoo to Provide an Update On Namibia's Exploration Endeavours At the Angola Oil & Gas Conference in October
The Minister of Mines and Energy, Hon Tom Alweendo is set to speak at the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference this October, a statement from the ministry revealed on Monday. Read more »
Namibia: Zambian Delegation to Embark On Week-Long Local Study Visit to Deepen Parliamentary Ties
A delegation from the Zambian Parliamentary Committee on Privileges and Absences began a significant week-long study visit to Windhoek on Monday to engage with local officials on… Read more »
Namibia: New Medicity Medical Practice Branch Opens At Swakopmund
A new branch of the Medicity Medical Practice was officially opened in Swakopmund on Monday. Pratice Director, Melago Mukwaso said that the opening provides Swakopmund with high… Read more »
Namibia: United States Provides an Additional 90 Million in Drought Relief Support
The United States Ambassador, Randy Berry, announced the provision of an additional US$5 million (approximately N$90 million) in humanitarian assistance during a courtesy call to… Read more »
Namibia: Pick n Pay Namibia Finalises 2024 Wage Deal With Union
Pick n Pay Namibia, which is part of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group on Monday announced the conclusion of its 2024 wage negotiations with the Namibia Food and Allied… Read more »
Namibia: WHO Regional Director for Africa Praises Namibia's Hepatitis B Progress
In a message marking World Hepatitis Day 2024, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa, this week highlighted Namibia's achievement of receiving a "silver tier"… Read more »
July 24
Namibia: N$123 Million Expansion and Upgrade for Outapi Water Treatment Plant in Motion
Water utility, NamWater on Tuesday inked a contract for the extension and upgrade of the Outapi Water Treatment Plant, to ensure a reliable and increased water supply to Outapi and… Read more »
July 17
Namibia: Tragic Accident Claims Five Lives On B1 Road Near Tsumeb
Early Tuesday morning, a devastating accident on the B1 road between Tsumeb and Oshivelo in the Oshikoto Region resulted in the loss of five lives. Read more »
July 09
Namibia: Multichoice Encourages Public Participation in Voting for Content Creators of the Year
MultiChoice Namibia has launched the nominations for the DStv Content Creator Awards 2024, alongside the unveiling of their new website, namcca.com. Read more »
July 08
Namibia: MSM Enterprises Boost Trade At Whale Festival Art and Craft Market
The Whale Festival Art and Craft Market recently took place at the Sam Cohen Library open area in Swakopmund as part of the Swakopmund Scientific Society Oceans Month festivities. Read more »
July 04
Namibia: Scientific Society Hosts Public Talk On Archaeology in the Sand Sea
The Namibia Scientific Society is set to host a public talk titled "Archaeology in the Sand Sea: Updates on research and dating of the sites south of Gobabeb" on 9 July from 19:00… Read more »
Namibia: Entrepo Receives Debt Funding Solution of N$900 Million From Rmb Namibia
A Government employee lending institution and Long term insurer, acting as the trusted advisor, Entrepo Holdings has secured an N$900 million debt funding solution from RMB… Read more »