India has donated a thousand tonnes of rice and maize to Namibia’s Drought Relief efforts. This was announced by the Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Jenelly Matundu during a reception in Windhoek, marking the 76th Republic Day of India. The day is a celebration of the adoption of the Constitution of India and […]
Jerome Mutumba, the Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer at the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN), is concerned about the low percentage of loan uptake in the Zambezi Region. According to Mutumba, the bank has only financed N$1.5 million in the region, which accounts for a mere 0.02% of the total loans approved. He points […]
The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has lifted the ban on importing and transiting maize, palm, and palm products from South Africa with immediate effect. The decision follows research into Bud Rot of Palms and Goss’s Wilt on maize, with authorities now confident the risks are manageable. Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata explained that […]
The Office of the Prime Minister needs N$600 million to sustain the drought relief programme until June this year. So far the office has received donations amounting to more than N$115 million, which include cash and in-kind donations. The donations were received from local, international, and development partners. The most drought-affected regions are Kunene, Erongo, […]
The Electricity Control Board (ECB) met with stakeholders in the power supply chain to review the industry’s performance. The ECB hosted a workshop to engage various stakeholders in examining the Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) and identifying innovative strategies to improve industry performance. Tonateni Amukutuwa, Senior Financial and Market Analyst, stated, “There needs to be a […]
The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) and the Administração dos Portos de Sines e do Algarve (APS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop sustainable, green, and digital logistics corridors. This agreement strengthens economic and historical ties between Namibia and Portugal, promoting connectivity, trade, and investment. It also aligns with the European Commission’s Global Gateway […]
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology says efforts should be made to guard against piracy in the creative industry. Emma Theofelus made the remark while addressing the ministry’s staff. Theofelus highlighted the significance of the creative sector as a contributor to economic growth and employment creation. Piracy, the minister says, leads to revenue losses […]
The rain often brings with it many benefits like water security and agricultural development. However, it can also have a negative impact, as it often leads to damage in road infrastructure. Public Relations Officer at the City of Windhoek, Harold Akwenye, says that they have allocated a budget and have teams in the field to […]
In recent developments in the energy sector, TotalEnergies held consultations in Lüderitz as part of the environmental impact assessment process. This process is a crucial step in their plans for oil exploration in the Orange Basin, located off the coast of Namibia. This week, TotalEnergies conducted consultations with residents of Lüderitz, with similar consultations planned […]
Turning to regional developments, Namibia and Botswana agreed last year to lower roaming charges between the two countries. The reduced tariffs aim to make cross-border communication more affordable and foster stronger connections between the two nations. ICT Minister Emma Theofelus shared an update on this initiative during an address to her staff. Effective since August […]
