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Namibia at High Risk of Cyberattacks in 2025
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Namibia is at high risk of facing cyberattacks in 2025, according to the latest Financial Stability Report. The report, released by financial sector regulators, warns that cyber threats remain serious and are likely to occur within the year. Namibia has been targeted by cyberattacks since last year. Several companies and […]
Passenger Permits No Longer for Sale – Nekundi
By: Justicia Shipena Transport permits will no longer be treated as trading commodities, says Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi. Permit holders have until 30 September 2025 to convert their indefinite permits into new transitional ones. Nekundi made the announcement on Tuesday in the National Assembly while providing an update on the rollout of the […]
EV Industry Warns Against Excessive Regulation
By: Justicia Shipena Electric vehicle (EV) industry experts are cautioning that excessive regulatory oversight and a lack of private sector engagement could hinder Namibia’s transition to electric mobility. Namibia’s plan to implement an EV charging infrastructure regulatory framework is set to commence in April 2025. The framework will outline installation conditions, regulatory requirements, […]
Paratus Strengthens Its Cybersecurity After Cyber Attack
By: Justicia Shipena Paratus has announced additional investments in advanced cybersecurity solutions following a cyber attack that targeted its systems last week. The company stated that these investments are part of its proactive and continuous strategy to strengthen its cybersecurity posture. “To support these recovery efforts, we have made significant additional investments, since […]
EV Charging Infrastructure Framework Set for April Implementation
By: Uaueza Kanguatjivi and Dolly Menas The Electricity Control Board (ECB) CEO, Robert Kahimise, has announced that the implementation plan for Namibia’s Electric Vehicles (EV) Charging Infrastructure Regulatory Framework will commence in April 2025. Kahimise stated that the framework establishes installation conditions, regulatory requirements, and pricing mechanisms for EV charging stations. The move […]
Major Economies Expanding Their Nuclear Energy Shares … Bannerman Energy poised to capitalise
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus Major economic powers worldwide are ramping up their nuclear power generation capacity to meet the rising electricity demand in their respective countries. The nuclear sector’s momentum, driven by global decarbonisation commitments and the rising energy demands of advanced technologies, is expected to sustain interest in securing long-term uranium supplies. According […]
Govt to Install 14 Network Towers for Free Wi-Fi in Schools
By: Justicia Shipena Deputy Minister of Information Modestus Amutse has revealed plans to introduce free Wi-Fi in schools to promote equitable access to AI tools and digital resources. “This year, we are setting up 14 network towers to enhance connectivity, with a focus on rural and underserved areas,” Amutse revealed. The initiative, supported […]
IPPs Allocated 120MW for Solar Energy Generation
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The government has announced plans to generate an additional 330 MW of solar energy, with 120 MW allocated for private sector development. This is part of the country’s domestic energy generation targets for the next five years, announced by the Ministry of Mines and Energy, in line with the 2022 National Integrated […]
HDF to Generate 142 GWh of Green Baseload Electricity
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Hydrogène de France (HDF), a French-owned company, plans to generate 142 GWh of green baseload electricity annually using green hydrogen and Namibia’s renewable energy resources. This development was revealed in the latest report on green hydrogen initiatives, published by the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme. The report, titled Traction II: Namibia’s […]
Bank of Namibia to Drive Digital Finance and Economic Growth by 2027
By: Staff Writer The Bank of Namibia has introduced its 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, aiming to spearhead digital transformation, financial inclusion, and economic diversification to modernise the nation’s financial system. This ambitious strategy seeks to establish Namibia as a global leader in financial innovation while fostering a resilient economy. The plan emphasises inclusivity through […]