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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, […]
HDF to Generate 142 GWh of Green Baseload Electricity
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Hydrogène de France (HDF), a French-owned company, plans to generate 142 GWh of green baseload electricity annually using green hydrogen and Namibia’s renewable energy resources. This development was revealed in the latest report on green hydrogen initiatives, published by the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme. The report, titled Traction II: Namibia’s […]
Oil and Gas Projects to Create over 12,000 Job Over 30 Years
By: Dolly Menas Namibia’s oil and gas industry is expected to significantly transform the country’s economy by creating over 12,000 jobs over the next 30 years. The lifecycle of oil and gas projects is projected to span more than three decades, with key phases including construction and production. The construction phase alone is […]
Second Lowest Pork Imports Recorded in October
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Eratus Namibia recorded its second-lowest pork imports of the year in October 2024, with only 35,734 kilograms of pork products brought into the country. This significant reduction has been attributed to an increase in local pork production and shifts in consumption patterns, according to the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of […]
Bank of Namibia to Drive Digital Finance and Economic Growth by 2027
By: Staff Writer The Bank of Namibia has introduced its 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, aiming to spearhead digital transformation, financial inclusion, and economic diversification to modernise the nation’s financial system. This ambitious strategy seeks to establish Namibia as a global leader in financial innovation while fostering a resilient economy. The plan emphasises inclusivity through […]
N$58.4 Million License Fees Drive MTC’s Earnings Down
By: Justicia Shipena The Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) has reported a decrease in its annual earnings for the current financial year, largely attributed to “extraordinary regulatory costs”, including the settlement of annual license fees totalling N$58.4 million. This was revealed by MTC’s Chief Executive Officer Licky Erastus during the company’s annual financial performance […]
Daures Green Hydrogen Pilot Project Nears Completion
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Eratus The Daures green hydrogen pilot project is over 95% complete, according to Jerome Namaseb, the project’s chief executive officer. The initiative aims not only to be Africa’s first 100% Net Zero green community but also to showcase the sustainable production of green hydrogen and ammonia using renewable sources. Funded by […]
NQA to Charge Graduates for Foreign Qualification Evaluation
By: Dolly Menas The Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) has announced that it will begin charging fees for the evaluation of foreign qualifications starting January 2, 2025. This new fee structure, according to the NQA, is aimed at streamlining the evaluation process and supporting the digitisation of its services. NQA’s Marketing and Corporate Communications […]