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 […]
The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) is making progress with detailed post-well studies. These studies involve analysing core samples, logging data, and fluid samples gathered from the Venus wells. According to the company’s latest operational update, this work will continue throughout 2025 in collaboration with its joint venture partners. TotalEnergies, Qatar Energy, Impact Oil […]
Gobabis Municipality is battling with paying back outstanding debts of more than N$100 million owed to NamPower and NamWater utility companies. The debt has accumulated over a number of years. This was revealed by the town’s Mayor, Melba Tjozongoro, in an exclusive interview with nbc News. According to the town’s Mayor, Melba Tjozongoro, plans are […]
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has made progress in expanding its broadcasting network and upgrading systems over the past six months. The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, gave an update on the developments during a staff address. nbc was allocated N$8 million to expand its broadcasting network and upgrade its systems. The corporation […]
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology emphasised the importance of the ministry in building a future where technology empowers every Namibian. Emma Theofelus made the remarks during the staff meeting where she highlighted the progress made in ICT infrastructure development. The meeting attended by the executives, staff, and state-owned enterprises under the ministry looked […]
The Bank of Namibia will launch the late President Dr. Hage Geingob Commemorative Banknote, which it describes as an enduring tribute to the life, legacy, and his unparalleled contributions. Central Bank Governor Johannes !Gawaxab stated that the late president commemorative banknote has been crafted to honour his unwavering leadership and lifelong dedication to peace, inclusivity, […]
A project aimed at supporting and advancing integrity and good governance in Namibia was launched in Windhoek today. The project, titled Good Governance, aims to reduce corruption and bribery in all its forms in Namibia and will run from 2025 to 2028. The project intends to provide targeted capacity-building opportunities to the Anti-Corruption Commission and […]
Omaheke Regional Council is set to prioritise upgrading settlements to the status of towns, modernising the agricultural sector, and upscaling youth activities to improve communities’ livelihoods. Speaking to nbc News, the Chairperson of the Omaheke Regional Council, Ignatius Kariseb, stressed that given the importance of the agricultural sector, abundant underground water should be used to […]
With the high unemployment rate faced in the country, the Ratepayers Association expressed concern over the issue of vendors around the city being moved or chased away from their preferred selling spots. The Ratepayers Association is against the alleged mistreatment of vendors and those who are self-employed by removing opportunities such as being car guards […]
