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Mbumba: Welwitschia Fund Money Reserved for Future Generations

21 March 2024

  By: Justicia Shipena President Nangolo Mbumba has emphasised that the funds injected into the Welwitschia Sovereign Wealth Fund are earmarked for future use, safeguarding wealth for generations to come. Mbumba said utilising the money now would jeopardise the future wealth for generations to come. Speaking during his first State of the Nation Address (SONA), […]

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Women’s Day Observance Criticised for Neglecting Remote Areas

21 March 2024

  By: Loise Shiimi and Nghiinomenwea-vali Erastus   Gender equity and women’s representatives have slammed the celebration of Women’s Day for neglecting women in remote and rural areas. The International Women’s Day is recognised on March 8 every year to honour women’s achievements globally. However, concerns have been raised regarding the inclusivity of celebrations, particularly […]

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Rössing Foundation Donates to COSDEC in Swakopmund

21 March 2024

  By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus   The Community Skills Development Centre (COSDEC) in Swakopmund recently received a substantial boost with training equipment and tools valued at N$50,000 from the Rössing Foundation. Maria Immanuel, the Foundation’s Manager for Community Development, provided updates on the equipment handover earlier this month. She emphasised that this investment aims to bolster […]

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Promote Indigenous Products for Tourist Appeal – NTB

21 March 2024

  By: Hertha Ekandjo   The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) says there is a need for product development in Namibia, which must include adding value and packing traditional products ready for the international markets. NTB’s board member Maggy Mbako, who made the call, emphasised the importance of product development to expand opportunities within the tourism […]

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Phase 1 of Ondangwa Stadium Construction Expected to Take Five Years …N$12 million annually earmarked for the next 5 years.

21 March 2024

  By: Loise Shiimi   The initial phase of the proposed Ondangwa Stadium, which encompasses a sports field, running track, and pavilion, is projected to be finalised over a period of approximately five years. Ismael Namgongo, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ondangwa Town Council, revealed in a recent interview with Eagle FM that […]

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Mbumba Seeks Guidance From Traditional Authorities

21 March 2024

  By: Loise Shiimi   President Nangolo Mbumba held discussions with the eight traditional authorities in the Oshana town council on Saturday. The traditional authorities represented include Ombalantu, Ongandjera, Ombadja, Uukwaluudhi, Uukolonkadhi, Uukwambi, Ondonga, and Oukwanyama. Mbumba emphasised that his visit aimed to update the traditional leaders about his transition to the presidency and reinforce […]

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Technology and Innovation Aid Conservation Efforts in Namibia

21 March 2024

  By: Dwight Links   The recently concluded Global SMART User Conference in Windhoek from March 10-14 saw representatives from various nations gather to understand the unique introduction of these technologies. The SMART acronym stands for the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool, which is used globally in some of the world’s most protected and fragile […]

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Business Community Welcomes 2024/25 Budget

21 March 2024

  By: Justicia Shipena   The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) has expressed its satisfaction of the 2024/25 national budget, presented in parliament last month. NCCI president Bisey /Uirab noted that the budget reflects a consideration of the concerns and proposals put forth by the business community. He particularly highlighted the tax policy […]

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Now or Never for Goreangab Dam Fishermen

21 March 2024

By: Mathias Hangala   For a group of approximately 30 fishermen and women, it’s a high-stakes gamble to provide for their families by fishing in the forbidden waters of Goreangab Dam, located west of the capital, Windhoek. Despite stern warnings issued by the City of Windhoek over the past two decades, cautioning against fishing in […]

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50% of Local Wheat Farmers Quit Production in 2023

21 March 2024

  By: Hertha Ekandjo   The Namibia Agronomic Board (NAB) has revealed that approximately 50% of Namibian wheat-producing farmers have discontinued wheat production. Only 31 wheat farmers persisted with cultivation nationwide, a significant decline from the 61 farmers recorded in 2022. Climatic changes, marked by escalating temperatures and soaring production expenses, compelled these farmers to […]

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