The Deputy Country Manager of Rhino Resources Namibia has called for youth involvement in the oil and gas sector to be encouraged without fostering a sense of entitlement from the industry. Ndakolo Haiduwa was speaking during a master class at the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference in Windhoek. Haiduwa reiterated that oil and gas are […]
The African Electrotechnical Standardisation Commission (AFSEC), in collaboration with partners, is hosting a three-day technical training on electromagnetic compatibility in Windhoek. The training aims to enhance Namibia’s adherence to international electromagnetic standards. The training will focus on electromagnetic compatibility in medical devices, enhancing safety and performance through proper electromagnetic compliance and regulatory standards. It will […]
The SADC region needs US$625 billion to be able to implement the priority projects outlined in the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan. The figure was revealed by the SADC Executive Secretary, Elias Magosi, during the opening of the SADC Council of Ministers underway in Antananarivo, Madagascar. Magosi said that SADC member states are expected to […]
Youth of the Commonwealth have called on member states to design and ensure digital education tools for marginalised communities in rural areas. This is one of the resolutions contained in the Windhoek Declaration following the recently concluded first Commonwealth Ecosystem Stakeholder Consultative Dialogue held in Windhoek. The Dialogue was aimed at reaffirming the Commonwealth’s youth […]
Okakarara Constituency Councillor Ramana Mutjavikua has called on the government through the Roads Authority to fast-track phase two of tarring the Okakarara-Okondjatu road. He said this during an assessment visit to the road works stretching over 100 kilometres to connect the settlement and villages to the main town in the constituency. Although pleased with progress […]
Vice President Lucia Witbooi is calling on young people from indigenous communities to take advantage of the newly launched National Youth Fund. She made the appeal while speaking in Tsumeb during the celebration of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. Namibians joined the indigenous people in celebrating the country’s rich cultural heritage and […]
Divundu Town Council and the Municipality of Kariba in Zimbabwe will collaborate on economic development as an extension of the memorandum of understanding between Mashonaland West Province and Kavango East Region. With the main economic drivers in Kariba District being fishing, power generation, and tourism, the partnership stands to benefit both parties through development initiatives […]
The Namibian Revenue Agency (NamRA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Swakop Uranium, Wisterial Investment Three and Africa Packaging to speed up trade and make it easier, in line with customs rules. The agreement sees the parties agree to speed up border clearance and inspection, treatment priority, and recognition in other countries such as […]
Kavango West regional leaders welcomed the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), describing it as a platform that will greatly benefit the region and its residents. They said this during the regional engagement organised by the Ministries of International Relations and Trade and Industries, Mines and Energy at Nkurenkuru. Kavango West governor, Verna Sinimbo, said […]
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) has launched the annual Fintech Square campaign aimed at promoting innovation and dialogue among creators, investors and industry leaders. Fintech technology is a rapidly growing sector blending finance with innovation to make financial processes accessible, faster and efficient through digital platforms. The event, held under the theme “Igniting […]
