The Ministry of Mines and Energy announced on Tuesday that fuel prices for August will remain unchanged. In a statement released on Tuesday, the ministry’s spokesperson, Eshioshange Hasheela said the price of petrol will remain at N$22.20 per litre, diesel 50 ppm remains at N$21.57, while diesel 10 ppm remains at N$21.67. According to Hasheela, […]
The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has announced the successful acquisition of the remaining 49.9% shares in Broll Namibia, formerly owned by the Broll Property Group (Pty) Ltd. This transaction, which became effective on 1 July 2024, makes O&L the sole shareholder. O&L Group Executive Chairperson, Sven Thieme, said on Tuesday in Windhoek that the […]
The Road Fund Administration has increased its budget for road infrastructure for local authorities from N$160 million to N$430 million in this financial year. Speaking during a ground-breaking ceremony on the Auas Road in Windhoek , the Chief Executive Officer of the Road Fund Administration, Ali Ipinge, explained why they increased the funding. “This year, […]
After walking away as the Rugby Africa Cup bronze medalists, Namibia’s rugby national coach, Allister Coetzee, reflected on the recent encounters they faced in Kampala, Uganda. Namibia faced Zimbabwe in the Rugby Africa Cup semifinal. They started strong but eventually fell short, losing the game 32-10. Coach Allister Coetzee reflected on how the game plan’s […]
The MTC Dome in Swakopmund will once again host the 2024 Namibia Sports Expo, scheduled to take place from October 17 to 20 this year. The Namibia Sports Commission, in collaboration with the MTC Dome, recently launched the 2024 Namibia Sports Expo in Swakopmund. This year’s event is part of an agreement between the MTC […]
Capricorn Group has extended its partnership with the Senior National Women’s Cricket Team, the Capricorn Eagles, for another two years. Speaking at the sponsorship extension for Women’s Cricket, Cricket Namibia CEO Johan Muller expressed satisfaction with the partnership’s positive impact on the sport. Muller emphasized that the over three-year partnership has contributed to the growth […]
The Police Inspector General, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has called upon commanders in regions bordering with neighbouring countries to initiate joint efforts. These include joint patrols and awareness-raising campaigns along the borders to curb the transnational trafficking of people. Lieutenant General Shikongo made the call during the commemoration of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons […]
Pedel Tennis has made its debut in Namibia, introducing a dynamic new sport that combines elements of traditional tennis with a unique pedal-powered twist. Pedal tennis, a sport that originated in Mexico over two decades ago and has spread throughout Europe, was introduced in Namibia in April this year. Dylan Alexander, the General Manager of […]
UNDP’s Resident Representative to Namibia, Alka Bhatia, says that the organisation recognises the vital role that small-scale mining plays in Namibia’s economy. According to recent data, small-scale mining contributes significantly to the local economy, providing income for over 10,000 households. Bhatia was speaking at the Personnel Protective Equipment Handover Ceremony for Small-Scale Miners at Xobo […]
National Council Chairperson Lukas Muha welcomed a delegation from Zambia’s Parliamentary Committee on Privileges and Absences, led by First Deputy Speaker and Chairperson of the Committee, Malungo A. Chisangano, who is on a study visit in Namibia focused on strengthening bilateral ties and exchanging parliamentary practices. Muha highlighted the historical ties between the two countries, […]
