Shell International says it has spent more than N$1 billion on oil and gas exploration activities in Namibia to date, reaffirming its commitment to continue investing in these sectors. Shell’s Executive Vice President for Exploration, Strategy and Portfolio, Integrated Gas and Upstream, Eugene Okpere, outlined the investment considerations for oil and gas during a courtesy […]
Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, has said that women’s leadership is not only a necessity but also a crucial element for sustainable development and inclusive democracy. Dr. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said this during the opening of the national Round Table on Women in Politics and Decision-Making at Swakopmund. Hosted by the Ministry of Gender Equality […]
The state has outlined the money trail of N$9 million allegedly distributed among several individuals following a $53 million payment by NAMCOR to Enercon for the purchase of nine fuel stations. During the ongoing bail proceedings in the Windhoek Magistrates’ Court, State Prosecutor Basson Lilungwe informed the court that after receiving N$53 million from NAMCOR, […]
The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Accounts and Economy was called off midway through a public hearing at Keetmanshoop after the municipality’s top administrators failed to provide satisfactory responses and supporting documents related to irregularities flagged in the audit reports. The hearing was focused on reviewing the irregularities identified in the Keetmanshoop […]
29 young women participated in a five-day training on Climate Smart Agriculture in Rundu recently. The aim of the training was to empower women micro-entrepreneurs in agriculture with the knowledge and tools needed to adapt to climate challenges, improve productivity, and build climate-resilient agriculture businesses. “We have a strong element that focuses on coaching and […]
The “Great Lion” and former Robben Island political prisoner, Lazarus !Guiteb died yesterday, aged 82. A descendant of the Hai ||Om people, !Guiteb earned himself the nickname “Great Lion” because of his dedication to Namibia’s liberation struggle. He was a trained PLAN commissar and a Robben Island prisoner, where he spent nine years. The Otjozondjupa […]
Livestock farmers at Eunda Village in the Omusati Region and the Angolan Consul General held a meeting to discuss the growing cases of stock theft in the area. Farmers have reported an alarming increase in cases of livestock being stolen and driven across the border into Angola’s Cunene Province, where they are sold. They are […]
The Erongo Region has seen notable progress in oil and gas, green hydrogen, tourism, agriculture, and trade, marking a period of economic growth and opportunity. Governor Nathalia |Goagoses said this during the state of the region address held at Swakopmund today. |Goagoses said that the major development in the energy sector is the completion of […]
Swakop Uranium says it stands ready to support Namibia should the government go ahead and establish a nuclear power plant locally. The company’s management, led by Chief Executive Officer Luo Wei, paid a courtesy visit on President Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House. Luo further provided an update on the company’s operations to the President, including the […]
The Katima Mulilo Town Council has accused the Minister of Urban and Rural Development of fostering tribal division and spreading misinformation. Minister James Sankwasa allegedly said in a closed-door meeting with councillors during his recent visit to the Zambezi Region that the Masubia people dominate the local council and that he wants to see that […]
