By: Justicia Shipena Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo stresses that Namibia’s oil and gas local content policies face a high chance of failure without locally minded, creative, and motivated entrepreneurs who are willing to invest in acquiring the skills necessary for success. Alweendo made these remarks while reflecting on his participation in […]
By: Mathias Hangala & Hertha Ekandjo Around 20 street vendors, predominantly women, who rely on selling their goods near the University of Namibia (UNAM) to make a living, are expressing frustration over what they perceive as unfair treatment by the City of Windhoek’s (CoW) police. According to the vendors, City Police officers have […]
By: Staff Writer Andrada Mining has initiated the implementation of an ore sorting circuit at the Uis mine to ramp up tin concentrate production from 1,500 t/y to 2,600 t/y. This move is expected to escalate revenue by 75% and lower the mining operation’s all-in sustaining costs. Ore sorting involves the separation of […]
By: Staff Writer The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has announced the acquisition of Dimension Data in Namibia, a move set to redefine the country’s information and communication technology sector. O&L’s acquisition of the remaining 49% of shares in Dimension Data Namibia, in addition to its existing interests, consolidates its position as a […]
By: Dwight Links Namibia’s involvement in the space science sector is currently limited and the country is missing out on potential economic activities and technological benefits associated with the sector. To address this gap, the Ministry of Higher Education and the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology (NCRST) last week launched the […]
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The International University of Management (IUM) plans to invest in educational infrastructure, with proposals for the construction of a Research, Training, and Conference Centre in Swakopmund on the coast, and the development of a new campus in Enhana in the north. These plans were announced by David Namwandi, Chairman of […]
By: Ludorf Iyambo Namibia has spent N$142 million on fruit imports in just nine months (April-December 2022), presenting a significant opportunity for local farmers and investors. Tangeni Hangula, a fruit development officer from the Namibia Agronomic Board (NAB), revealed these import expenditure figures during a meeting with crop producers and tree seedling suppliers […]
By: Dwight Links Cricket Namibia has started providing training opportunities in the sport through a digital process, offering various certifications recognised by the International Cricket Council (ICC). A comprehensive explanation of the process is available in a video, aimed at encouraging Namibian cricket enthusiasts to deepen their involvement in the sport. Natalia Nauyoma […]
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The government, along with its stakeholders, has finalised the drafting of the Land Bill, which has now been submitted to the Cabinet Committee on Legislation (CCL) for consideration. This was revealed by Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Carl Schlettwein, during the inauguration of Communal Land Boards in Windhoek […]
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Namibia Airport Company (NAC) has introduced the Air Connect Namibia Project, focusing initially on enhancing operations at the country’s primary airport, the Hosea Kutako International Airport. The project’s primary objectives are to bolster Namibia’s competitiveness, support growth sectors, and position the nation as an attractive destination for tourism and business, […]