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Namibia Lacks Studios, Incentives to Boost Film Industry
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s film industry faces significant challenges in attracting investment and international productions due to a lack of essential infrastructure and government incentives. This is according to Nangula Uandja, CEO of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). The country’s absence of film studios is a key barrier, she said, […]
Road Crash Data Lacking for Economic Impact Assessment
By: Abigail Nalisa Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula has highlighted a significant lack of monitoring and evaluation of critical data related to road crashes, which is essential for assessing their economic, social, and health impacts on Namibia. He noted that data on seatbelt and helmet use, as well as instances of driving under the […]
Govt Lowers Expected Diamond Sector Revenue by N$2.3 Billion
By: Hertha Ekandjo The government has reduced its projected revenue from the diamond sector for the 2024/2025 fiscal year by more than N$2.3 billion, citing lower global diamond prices and weakened demand. Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises Iipumbu Shiimi revealed the revised revenue forecast on Wednesday during the mid-year budget review for […]
Cyberattacks Rising in Public Sectors Across the Global South
By: Dwight Links Cybersecurity firm Positive Technologies reports that public sector institutions in countries like Russia and regions such as Asia, Africa, and North America have become prime targets for cybercriminals. The report, covering data from 2022 through mid-2024, reveals that ransomware remains the most common attack method, although its overall use has declined […]
Langer Heinrich Local Spending Exceeds N$1.15 Billion
By: Justicia Shipena The Langer Heinrich Mine (LHM), has spent just over N$1,15 billion (US$61 million) over the past financial year, through the acquisition of local various products and services to strengthen its operations. This investment follows the successful restart of LHM, establishing it as a cornerstone in Paladin’s ambition to become a […]
Namibia and China Partner to Boost Agriculture
By: Dolly Menas and Kavee Vezemburuka The government in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the Chinese government has launched the second phase of the South-South Cooperation (SSC) Project aimed at addressing Namibia’s agricultural challenges and promoting sustainable development. The project being spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and […]
Namibia to Vote on Ending Cuban Sanctions
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia, along with other United Nations member states, is set to vote today on a General Assembly resolution calling for the removal of U.S. sanctions on Cuba. The resolution, 78/7, urges an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States. This will be the 32nd […]
IUM Officially Launches Alumni Scholarship Fund
By: Dolly Menas The International University of Management (IUM) has officially launched the IUM Alumni Scholarship Fund, a new initiative to support students facing financial challenges. The launch took place during the university’s alumni networking gala on Saturday evening. IUM Vice Chancellor Osmund Mwandemele noted that the event was more than a celebration […]
NAB Restricts Importation of Only Six Crops in November
By: Loise Shiimi A decline in local horticulture production has led the Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) to limit the restriction on imported horticultural products to just six crops in November, down from 12 restricted crops a year ago. Emilie Abraham, NAB’s Manager of Horticulture Market Development, told Eagle FM that improved preparation is […]
12 Ohangwena Schools Empowered with Textbooks
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus NamWater has provided textbooks worth N$240,701 to 12 schools in the Ohangwena region as part of its corporate social investment initiative. The books were handed over to the schools during a ceremony at Kaupumhote Nghituwamhata Combined School in the Eenhana Circuit, Oheidi Village. NamWater’s Chief Executive Officer, Abraham Nehemia, emphasised […]