N$1.6 million was raised at a fundraising dinner in preparation for the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair’s 24th edition, slated for the 22nd to the 30th of next month. The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF) has grown into an economic stimulation platform attracting actors from all sectors and corners of the country. The event, which will […]
A multinational firm, Mitrelli Group, known for delivering large-scale, sustainable infrastructure and development projects across Africa, is looking to expand its footprint into Namibia, with a particular focus on the energy sector. Its founder and president, Haim Taib, expressed strong interest in collaborating with the Namibian government to help address key development challenges. Mitrelli operates […]
The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) and the Ondangwa and Ongwediva town councils have signed an agreement to upgrade the informal settlements and explore the possibility of constructing low-cost houses currently being implemented nationwide. Speaking at the signing, the NHE Chief Executive Officer, Gisbertus Mukulu, stated that under this programme, the low-income earners will pay monthly […]
The Deputy Minister of Urban and Rural Development wants Namibia to shift its focus to strengthening partnerships as it goes from planning to executing its green energy sector. Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele said this is to ensure investment readiness and align stakeholders around a unified vision. Officiating the high-level stakeholders’ meeting at Walvis Bay, !Nawases-Taeyele noted that […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for expedited service delivery, effective implementation of development programs, and decisive action against corruption. This message was conveyed in the National Assembly by Prime Minister Dr. Elijah Ngurare. In her statement, the President emphasized the government’s commitment to enhancing the living standards of all Namibians, following the Swapo Party’s victory […]
Despite the lapsed deadline for all individuals to file their tax returns, the Namibia Revenue Agency is urging those who have not filed to still do so. Yesterday, the Agency experienced a last-minute rush. NamRa’s Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Manager, Tonateni Shidhudhu, encouraged taxpayers to visit offices close to them to file their tax […]
Namibia was the only country whose classification moved downward this year, from the “upper-middle income” to the “lower-middle income” category. The country’s cry of many years has now been heard by the World Bank. The upper middle-income classification caused Namibia to lose out on getting favourable terms on its development loans as well as hassle-free […]
The Chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council, Florian Donatus, has called on investors to help transform Uis from a settlement into a thriving town. Uis, Donatus says, is seeking official town status again and is open to investment in retail, banking, real estate, mining, and tourism along the Western Corridor. The initiative aims to stimulate […]
Today marks a historic milestone for Namibia, as the country prepares to send its very first consignment under the African Continental Free Trade Area, or AfCFTA – framework, from the Walvis Bay harbour. This momentous step moves Namibia from planning to actively trading within Africa’s largest free trade zone, unlocking access to a vast N$1.3 […]
Namibia is ready to send the first consignment under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework at Walvis Bay on Monday. Namibia will turn trade under the AfCFTA framework from theory to practice. Under the agreement, the Ministry of International Relations and Trade (MIRT) will participate in intra-African trade when the first consignment is […]
