The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation discusses the mandate of securing export markets for Namibian products and attracting foreign direct investment to Namibia. Bertha Amakali, Director of Information and Research, is responsible for public diplomacy in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation and now shares more.
The proposed amendment to the Income Tax Act of 1981, which aims to increase the tax deductibility of retirement funds, has sparked considerable debate as sessions resumed yesterday in the National Council. While some members of parliament supported changes to the bill, others have voiced concerns. LPM’s Harald Kambrunde criticized the amendment, arguing that tax […]
As he steps down as the Otjozondjupa Police Commander, Commissioner Heinrich Tjiveze has called on the incoming commander to solidify policing systems with farmers and the community to help curb stocktheft. Commissioner Tjiveze made this request during the handing over of office to Commissioner Philip Hindengwa, who takes over following his promotion from Kunene Region. […]
The International University of Management (IUM) Nkurenkuru campus embraced the notion of inclusivity by allowing a contestant with a child to participate in the beauty pageant, in what is said to be a rare trend in beauty pageantry. At the just-ended IUM Nkurenkuru Cultural Festival, Toini Aikali was crowned Miss IUM Nkurenkuru Campus. A seasoned […]
The Fishrot trial resumed this morning in the absence of one accused, Ricardo Gustavo, who is still hospitalised. The court is currently focused on preliminary issues concerning an interlocutory application. This legal manoeuvre could potentially halt the main trial while the interlocutory matter is addressed. Lawyer Mbanga Siyomunji, who represents some of the accused in […]
There is an upcoming Men’s Conference on Gender-Based Violence, which will take place on September 6, 2024, at the Khomasdal Constituency Office. This conference aims to bring men into the conversation about gender-based violence and explore how they can be part of the solution. Marcello Franz spoke to Intern Social Worker, Alicia Simasiku.
The Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) is urging all registered businesses in the Erongo region to attend pivotal Beneficial Ownership Information Sessions on September 4th and 5th, 2024. These sessions are designed to bolster compliance with the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) standards by enhancing understanding and submission of beneficial ownership information. Milka Negongo […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has received courtesy calls from several delegations from Chinese companies in Beijing ahead of the Namibia-China High-Level Business Forum. The Namibia-China High-Level Business Forum is scheduled to take place on Wednesday. Some companies operate in Namibia in mega-projects in the construction, renewable, and water sectors. President Mbumba says Namibia’s ambitious projects, including […]
Wilika Ndilimeke Frai presented a compelling and heartfelt narrative of her journey through chronic illness, struggles with endometriosis, and life-threatening blood clots when she launched her book “Scarred, Not Broken.” This deeply personal account not only highlights her unwavering resilience in balancing a demanding career alongside her health challenges. Frai’s story is a powerful testament […]
