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Relief Provided to 282 Households Affected by Floods in Khomas
By: Dolly Menas The government has provided 200 mattresses, 200 blankets, 50 tents and small cooking stoves to assist victims of the devastating flood that affected approximately 282 households in the Khomas region on January 04. This is part of the concerted effort between the Office of the Prime Minister, the Windhoek Municipality, […]
Namibia on Alert as Flu Outbreak in China Raises Global Concerns
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia is closely monitoring the situation regarding a flu outbreak in China, identified as Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), which has raised global concerns and the country is prepared to respond if the virus reaches its borders. This is according to the Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services, […]
Govt Urged to Prioritise Traditional Crops in Green Schemes
By: Annakleta Haikera The lack of seed production in some parts of Namibia has significantly affected subsistence farmers, prompting calls for government intervention. As such, Johannes Hausiku, Chairperson of the Kavango West Farmers Union, has urged the government to prioritise the cultivation of traditional crops, such as pearl millet (mahangu) and Bambara groundnuts, […]
Borders Closed for Most Vegetable Imports This Month
By: Loise Shiimi The Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) has announced that the country’s borders will be closed to nearly all vegetable imports throughout December. From 1 to 31 December, the importation of 15 out of 20 specially controlled crops is prohibited. Only one crop, sweet potatoes, can be imported without restrictions, while four […]
Observer Missions Recommends Improvements in Namibian Elections
By: Dwight Links Four African observer missions delivered their preliminary statements in Windhoek on 29 November regarding the Presidential and National Assembly elections that occurred across the country. While extended voting took place on Friday and Saturday, 29 and 30 November, as per President Nangolo Mbumba’s proclamation on Thursday, the observer missions forged ahead […]
Second Largest Solar Plant Built in Just Six Months
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Namibia HyIron-Oshivela project has invested in a 26-megawatt solar plant to power its plans of producing green iron and start the decarbonising of the steel industry. Built in just six months, the solar facility marks a critical milestone in the country’s decarbonization efforts. According to project manager Johannes Michels, […]
Cabinet Approves Baynes Hydro Power Plant Project
By: Justicia Shipena The Cabinet has approved an implementation agreement with Angola to advance the development, construction, and operation of the Baynes Hydro Power Plant. This approval follows a proposal by Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo, who emphasised the need for government support to accelerate progress on this binational project. The Baynes […]
Africa Advised to Ditch US Dollar to Reduce Cross-Border Trade Costs
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus In a recent interview with Bloomberg Africa, a Standard Bank Group analyst highlighted that intra-African trade could see significant improvements if African nations eliminate the US dollar from their cross-border transactions. Tunde Macaulay, head of business and commercial banking for Africa and offshore regions at Africa’s largest bank, suggested that […]
US 2024 Elections: What’s At Stake for Namibia? AGOA’s future hangs in balance US energy investments and green hydrogen
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s trade relations with the United States, primarily governed by the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), face an uncertain future, with AGOA set to expire in 2025. Namibia is one of 35 sub-Saharan African countries benefiting from AGOA, which grants duty-free access to the U.S. market for around 6,700 […]
Locals Entrusted with Steering Rugby Union Ship
By: Hee-Dee Walenga The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) announced significant staff changes in a press conference held Tuesday at Hage Geingob Stadium, appointing local legends to lead the future of Namibian rugby. NRU President Petri Theron introduced former Welwitschias captain and celebrated Namibian player Jacques Burger as the new Director of Rugby, overseeing […]