Miss Earth Namibia 2024, Albertina Haimbala, has returned from Manila, Philippines, where she participated in the 24th edition of the Miss Earth competition on Saturday, finishing in the top 12. She received a warm welcome at Hosea Kutako International Airport today. The 24-year-old Namibian beauty queen competed against 80 contestants from around the globe. Expressing […]
The hair grooming industry has emerged as a lucrative market for young entrepreneurs passionate about pursuing this business. Recently, Business Today visited Joe’s Fade Cut, owned by 31-year-old Mwatilefu Joel, a young entrepreneur who has successfully opened two branches despite numerous challenges. Joel launched his business in 2015 after graduating with a degree in Electrical […]
The newly launched Sustainable Business Forum Namibia seeks to empower local businesses by enhancing their understanding of sustainable practices and identifying new market opportunities to boost profitability. Discussions centred on strategies for future-proofing businesses and ensuring sustainability in the business landscape, benefiting future generations. The forum also highlighted the importance of remaining relevant in the […]
Mining remains one of the most challenging and hazardous industries, with workers facing risks that necessitate a strong regulatory framework for effective mitigation. This need has led to the launch and publication of the Mine Health and Safety book in Namibia, a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing health and safety within the country’s mining sector. […]
Namibia experienced two earthquakes over the weekend, recorded by the Namibian seismological network and nearby seismic stations in South Africa, the Ministry of Mines and Energy reported. The first earthquake occurred around 9:00 AM on Saturday, 27 kilometers southwest of Gross Barmen near Okahandja, registering a magnitude of 3.7. A second, more intense tremor struck […]
A chaotic scene unfolded at Ongwediva after the registration for the Conditional Basic Income Grant was unexpectedly postponed. Oshana Governor Elia Irimari was called to address the agitated crowd, who had gathered in response to a notice from the Ongwediva Town Council. Vulnerable residents had been advised to register at the Ministry of Gender Equality […]
The Nongozi Cultural Festival and Expo, held under the theme “Striving for Rural Development Through Community Empowerment,” showcased local products, services, and culture while promoting natural resource conservation. Headman Austin Samupwa highlighted the need for infrastructure improvements to facilitate economic activity, asking for the sports field to be located closer to the market. Deputy Minister […]
The centennial celebration of the 1924 trek led by Ombara Nikanor Hoveka from concentration camps to Epukiro highlighted the enduring cultural heritage and resilience of Otjiherero-speaking survivors of the genocide. Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation Minister Dr. Itah Kandjii-Murangi, speaking at the event themed “Resilience and Renewal,” emphasised that the theme honours the journey and […]
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs from African states and leaders of African organisations convened in the resort city of Sochi, Russia, for the inaugural Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum. This platform aims to strengthen Russia’s relations with the African continent across various sectors, including politics, security, economics, and scientific, technical, cultural, and humanitarian […]
The Republican Party of Namibia (RP) has pledged to focus on agricultural development in the Zambezi and Kavango regions to boost job creation and reduce the migration of residents to Aussenkehr in the ||Kharas Region for employment in grape companies. RP President Henk Mudge, speaking at a rally in Aussenkehr, proposed initiating development projects in […]
