Foreign investors have been urged to approach the Namibian government if they have specific incentives they want to be considered before investing in Namibia. This was said by the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), Nangula Uaandja, at the ‘Invest in Namibia’ session at the Russia-Africa Summit in St. […]
Namibia has condemned the coup that toppled the Niger Government and the subsequent detention of President Mohamed Bazoum yesterday. In a statement, the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation said Namibia remains resolute in its stance on zero tolerance for acceding to power through unconstitutional means. It calls for the reinstatement of President Bazoum and […]
Another devastating fire broke out in Tulinawa, Swakopmund’s Mondesa residential area, leaving 23 residents homeless after about six dwellings burned to ashes. The fire was caused by a gas stove explosion, and fortunately, there were no reported casualties or injuries in the incident. The windy weather conditions caused the fires to spread rapidly, resulting in […]
The police have issued a stern warning against illegal fishing by both foreign and Namibian nationals following the arrest of five suspects. The suspects were arrested for allegedly engaging in illegal fishing in Lianshulu, in the Zambezi Region. The station commander of Katima Mulilo police, Chief Inspector Charles Mayumbelo, spoke to the nbc News team […]
The Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) handed over Ecosystem-based Adaptation grants to 34 community organisations. The organisations received over N$88.3 million in cash and certificates. The natural-based organisations aim to address climate change through ecosystem-based adaptation. Located in landscapes, these projects cover more than 200,000 square kilometres of land and are home to 216,000 […]
Namibian lawmakers attending the Russia-Africa Summit commended Russia for treating Africa as an equal partner in development. They say the hope is that African countries will capitalise on these relations and forge sustainable partnerships in critical industries. The MPs were invited by the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation.
Political office bearers serving in Part II municipalities, towns, and village councils will receive increases in their monthly allowances, which came into effect on the first of this month. Councillors in municipalities will receive 10%, while those on town and village councils will receive 15% and 20%, respectively. Councillors will also receive benefits such as […]
Hundreds of public servants gathered in Katima Mulilo to celebrate this year’s Africa Public Service Day, held under the theme “The African Continental Free Trade Area will require a fit-for-purpose African public administration to succeed.” The week’s activities included wellness and sports events, giveaways, and information sharing from various institutions through exhibitions, among other things. […]
The Supreme Court has upheld an appeal against a judgement of the High Court, which dismissed an exception to a land servicing agreement case. The case involves the government and the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) Movement, a social movement advocating for land reform and housing rights. The matter before the court concerned an alleged agreement in […]
The best method to increase awareness about corruption is when the nation at all levels takes part and sets the agenda for promoting good governance. This was said by the Director-General of the Anti-Corruption Commission, Paulus Noa, at the official launch of the Anti-Corruption Song Competition at NBC’s Studio 4. The secondary school competition aims […]
