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 »
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
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 »
July 30
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: 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 »
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: 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 »
June 27
Namibia: Computer and Digital Literacy Training in Oshikoto Region
Collaboration between the Khomas and Oshikoto Regional Offices of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) hosted a training session from 10 to 21 June to… Read more »
Namibia: Government Approves Construction of Second Desalination Plant
The Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Calle Schlettwein, announced this week the government's approval for the construction of a second desalination plant in the… Read more »
June 26
Southern Africa: Namibia Inks Amendment to Establish SADC Parliament
Namibia has become the 10th SADC Member State to sign the Agreement amending the SADC Treaty to transform the SADC Parliamentary Forum into a SADC Parliament. Read more »
June 21
Namibia: Biomass Fair 2024 Set for August
The Standard Bank Biomass Fair 2024 is set to take place from 8 to 10 August in Otjiwarongo in the Otjozondjupa Region. Read more »
June 19
Namibia: Domestic Inflationary Pressures Continued to Ease Year-to-Date - Central Bank
Domestic inflationary pressures continued to ease year-to-date, the central bank said this week during the announcement of the Monetary Policy. Read more »
June 14
Namibia: Using Drone Technology to Map Informal Settlements
Using drones and photogrammetry, Namibia Flying Labs captured high-resolution aerial data of Brendan Simbwaye's A Informal Settlement, located in Windhoek. Read more »
June 10
Namibia: Construction Industry Moves Ahead On Minimum Wage
The construction industry is ahead of the minimum wage curve with the gazetting of the Collective Agreement between the Construction Industries Federation and the Metal and Allied… Read more »
June 06
Namibia: Green Enterprise Spearheads the 2024 ICT Summit With Gold Sponsorship
Green Enterprise Solutions (Green), a prominent Information and Communication Technology (ICT) provider, proudly announces its role as a Gold Sponsor at this year's highly… Read more »
June 04
Namibia: Trade Deficit of N$3.1 Billion Recorded in April
The trade balance for April 2024 stood at a deficit of N$3.1 billion, marking a decrease from the N$4.6 billion deficit recorded in March 2024 and an increase from the N$1.2… Read more »
June 03
Namibia: Cabinet Approves Implementation of National Minimum Wage
The Cabinet has given its endorsement to the Minister of Labor, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation (MLIREC) for the implementation of a National Minimum Wage (NMW)… Read more »
May 22
Namibia: Have an Open and Honest Discussion With Your Bank If Your Debt Squeezes You
Indeed, life is a journey with ups and downs, difficulties, and happy moments. We will talk about getting a bank loan as well as what to do if you find yourself in debt and your… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Shines At Africa Energies Summit 2024
The Managing Director of Monasa Advisory & Associates and Chairperson of the Economic Association of Namibia, Jason Kasuto, attended as a selected speaker at the Africa… Read more »
May 17
Namibia: 500-Bed Windhoek District Hospital Construction Commences
The Groundwork for the Construction of a New 500-bed Windhoek District Hospital was officially initiated this week by the Health Minister, Dr Kalumbi Shangula, marking a… Read more »
May 14
Namibia: Namport Reaches 8 Million Tonnes Cargo Record
Preliminary figures for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 show that the Namibian Ports Authority has just set a new record by handling 8 million tonnes of cargo for the full… Read more »
May 08
Namibia: Usakos Strategic Vision Overrides Political Differences - Mayor
The Mayor of Usakos, H.W. Irene Simeon-Kurtz urged policymakers to set aside their political differences and work together to grow the country's economy. Read more »