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MTC Expands with 37th Mobile Home in Oshikoto Capital
By: Staff Writer Residents of Omuthiya and surrounding villages will now have direct access to MTC services, as Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) prepares to open its first mobile home in the town. In a statement this week, MTC announced that preparations are at an advanced stage to launch the new outlet — its 37th nationwide […]
Seven Months Later, HyRail Project Still Stalled
By: Justicia Shipena The HyRail project is still in concept mode after seven months. The dual-fuel hydrogen-diesel locomotives project, which was set to be fuelled by Namibian green hydrogen, was halted in September of last year. The temporary suspension came after the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa approved […]
Windhoek Road Repairs Set to Cost N$15.2 Million
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced that it has earmarked approximately N$15.2 million for the repair of damaged road infrastructure across the capital. This was revealed in response to an opinion piece published by The Villager last week. According to the city’s management, the projected amount covers the initial phase of […]
Namibia Rakes in N$5.96 Billion in Mining Royalties Over Three Years
By: David Shoombe The Namibian government has collected N$5.96 billion in mining royalties over the past three years. This was revealed by the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Iithete, during the ministry’s workshop on draughting its Annual Strategic Plan in Ithete emphasised the ministry’s commitment to ensuring that the country receives its fair […]
European Firms Target N$430 Billion Investment in Namibia’s Green Hydrogen
By: David Shoombe At least seven European companies are seeking to invest in Namibia’s burgeoning green hydrogen sector, with a projected investment pipeline exceeding €20 billion (N$430 billion). This was revealed by Ana Beatriz Martins, European Union Ambassador to Namibia, during the official opening of the HyIron Oshivela Plant over the weekend. The HyIron Oshivela […]
Nedbank Fuels Weekend of Cycling
By: Hee-Dee Walenga Nedbank Namibia provided a weekend filled with exciting cycling in Windhoek. On Saturday, the Rock and Rut Cross Country Union Cyclists Internationale (UCI) Series took place at the IJG Trails in Windhoek. The series was an opportunity for cyclists to rack up important UCI points, which are needed to qualify for international […]
Eligible Consumers to Import Power Directly by 2026 – ECB
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s energy sector is preparing to enter the next phase of market reform, which will allow eligible electricity consumers to import power directly by 2026. This announcement was made by Tjama Tjivikua, Deputy Board Chairperson of the Electricity Control Board (ECB), during the Market Model Implementation Workshop for the Modified Single Buyer […]
Namibia and Lesotho Eye Opportunities in the Automotive Industry
By: Dwight Links Namibia and Lesotho are actively exploring ways to tap into the potential of the automotive manufacturing sector. Both countries, under the support of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), are working to deepen their industrial development through this key sector. Olayinka Bandele from UNECA highlighted that the commission is providing […]
Oshikoto New Governor Vow Support for Agricultural Transformation
By: Loise Shiimi Sacky Kathindi, the newly appointed governor of OshikotoRegion, has pledged to enhance agricultural productivity in the region by providing farmers with access to modern equipment and resources. Kathindi was officially welcomed to his new role on Tuesday, following his appointment by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah last month. In his inaugural […]
Kavango Farmers Fear Poor Harvest Due to Pest Infestation
By: Annakleta Haikera Farmers in the Kavango regions are raising alarm over the condition of their crops as dual threats (locust and heavy rainfall) of persist Kavngo Regions and Zambezi face brown-armored corn cricket infestations and unpredictable rainfall continues to jeopardisethis season’s harvest. The Villagers have found that many farmers have found it […]