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No Inside Jobs in FNB Fraud Saga, Says Bank
By: Dwight Links The First National Bank Namibia (FNB) has stated that there is no evidence suggesting its employees were complicit in recent fraud and scam incidents that have made headlines. Two FNB clients recently fell victim to sophisticated scams, losing substantial sums of money. Among them was a retired teacher who was […]
Maize Meal Prices Highest in Southern Namibia in January
By: Justicia Shipena Consumers in Erongo, Hardap, Omaheke, and //Kharas paid the highest prices for maize meal in January, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) latest Consumer Price Index report. A 5kg bag cost N$71.57 in Zone 3, making it the most expensive in the country. In Zone 2 (Khomas), the same […]
Namibia Courts Nigeria Over Oil & Gas Collaboration
By: David Shoombe Namibia is seeking to collaborate with Nigeria in its oil and gas sector, exploring potential partnerships in exploration, production, and refining. This was revealed by the chairperson of the Nigerian delegation during the fifth session of the Namibia-Nigeria Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation held this week. The meeting aims to […]
N$150,000 From Geingob Cup to Support Presidential Centre Setup
By: Justicia Shipena Former First Lady Monica Geingos has announced that N$150,000 from the proceeds of the Dr. Hage Geingob Cup will be allocated to cover initial costs and infrastructure preparations for the establishment of a presidential centre in honour of the late President Hage Geingob. The announcement was made on Tuesday as […]
Only 12 Namibians Applied for Asylum to the UK Since 2023
By: Justicia Shipena The United Kingdom has recorded only 12 asylum applications from Namibians since implementing strict visa requirements in 2023. The British government revoked Namibia’s visa-free entry in July 2023, citing misuse of the privilege and concerns over asylum and immigration law abuses. Earlier that year, in February, more than 90% of […]
N$1.28 Billion Heavy Fuel 54 MW Power Station To Be Commissioned
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus NamPower will officially commission the second phase of its N$1.28 billion Anixas II Power Station at Walvis Bay, which is expected to contribute approximately 54 MW to the national power grid. The commissioning of phase two of the Anixas Power Station is another step towards fulfilling the government’s 2018 plan […]
Politicians, MPs Support Red Line Removal …But Call for Caution
By: David Shoombe Political leaders and lawmakers have expressed their support for removing the Veterinary Cordon Fence also known as the red line, currently being challenged by Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda in the High Court. Swapo Central Committee member Hofni Ipinge acknowledged that while the red line has historically disadvantaged many people […]
Major Economies Expanding Their Nuclear Energy Shares … Bannerman Energy poised to capitalise
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus Major economic powers worldwide are ramping up their nuclear power generation capacity to meet the rising electricity demand in their respective countries. The nuclear sector’s momentum, driven by global decarbonisation commitments and the rising energy demands of advanced technologies, is expected to sustain interest in securing long-term uranium supplies. According […]
None of the Regions Achieved 40% in NSSCAS
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus and Uaueza Kanguatjivi The National Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) results indicate that none of Namibia’s 14 regions managed to qualify at least 40% of their learners to advance to Grade 12. The latest examination statistics, shows that no region was able to have even half of its learners […]
Welwitchia and Bulawayo Polytechnic Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic Collaboration and Research
By: Dolly Menas Welwitchia University (WU) and Bulawayo Polytechnic in Zimbabwe have entered into a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing academic collaboration, research, and professional development. The MoU establishes a framework for mutual cooperation, fostering academic exchanges, joint research initiatives, and the sharing of […]