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Work on Nkurenkuru – Nepara road begins
By: Annakleta Haikera Construction work on the road that links Nkurenkuru to Nepara in the Kavango West region kicked-off this week. The road project valued at about N$30 million is intended to play a vital role in the region by connecting farming units to markets. The ambitious project is divided into two phases. The initial […]
Germany to Provide Apprenticeship for Namibian Youth
By: Hertha Ekandjo The German Goethe-Institut Namibia, in collaboration with the Namibia Investment and Promotion Board (NIPDB), has launched an apprenticeship program meant to enhance the employability of Namibian youth. The initiative launched this month aims to provide Namibian youth access to apprenticeships in Germany, leveraging the robust relationship between the two nations and Germany’s […]
Is Manufacturing Still the Key to African Prosperity?
By:Dwight Links Africa’s journey toward development and growth is taking an unconventional turn, deviating from the traditional path of transitioning from agriculture to manufacturing. A recent report by the Center for Global Development (CGD), a think tank based in London and Washington, delves into this shift that began around 2009, challenging the notion that manufacturing […]
Ongula Training Graduates 30 Tour Guides
By: Uakutura Kambaekua Thirty tour guides from the Erongo and Kunene regions were awarded certificates after successfully completing on-the-job apprenticeships at the Sesfontein Constituency’s Hobatare resort. The ceremony, held on Friday last week, saw 16 tourist guides from the Ombonde People’s Landscape in the Kunene Region and 14 from the Brandberg Landscape Protection Areas in […]
Hydrogen Can Fulfil Its Potential, Says IEA
By: Dwight Links Hydrogen has the potential to live up to its promise as a low-emission fuel, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). In its latest Global Hydrogen Review 2023 report, the IEA acknowledges that low-emission hydrogen production could significantly expand by 203. The report reflects the IEA’s assessment of developments in the field […]
Amendments to Consider Full Maternity Pay
By:Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Minister of Labour, Utoni Nujoma has said proposals to extend maternity leave from 12 weeks to 20 weeks with full salaries can only be considered when the Labour Act is amended. Nujoma confirmed that the Labour Act is currently undergoing reviews and will soon be amended. He said interested parties including politicians in […]
Oshikoto Death Attributed To Water Scarcity … region scrambles to provide emergency relief
By: Loise Shiimi and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Following the death of a resident due to water scarcity, the Oshikoto Regional Council says it has set aside about N$635 000 for rural development programs, with a focus on constructing short water pipelines. This intervention is expected to address the pressing issue of water scarcity and prevent further […]
Progress in National Minimum Wage Talks … N$18 per hour proposed
By: Justicia Shipena After a year of scrutiny by the Minister of Labour, the recommendations for the National Minimum Wage (NMW) have taken a significant step forward, moving to the Labour Advisory Council for further consideration. The proposed national minimum wage of N$18 per hour, aims to address critical objectives, including enhancing compensation for low-paid […]
Locals in Tears as Drought Relief Food Insufficient at Okaku
By: Loise Shiimi Somepeople who have been registered to receive drought relief food in Okaku Constituency were left in tears this week after the food at the constituency finished without being allocated anything. Okaku is one of the constituencies that have been severely hit by the seasonal floods in Oshana region, and in August this […]
Urgent Diversification Needed to Reduce SACU Revenue Dependency
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Minister of Finance, Iipumbu Shiimi, has issued a stark call to fellow policy makers emphasising the need for Namibia to adopt a more aggressive approach to diversification to reduce its dependency on SACU for revenue. Relying on SACU (Southern African Customs Union) for revenue is increasingly viewed as a risky strategy, prompting […]