insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Analyzing Namibian Universities and the Unlikelihood of Protests: Insights from Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Political analyst and professor Ndumba Kamwanya shared his perspective on the potential for large-scale protests within Namibian universities. Contrary to the tumultuous scenes witnessed in other parts of the world, Kamwanya suggests that such protests are unlikely to occur within the academic institutions of Namibia. Reflecting on the current state of Namibian higher education, Kamwanya emphasized that Namibian universities lack the fertile ground for the emergence of significant social movements. […] todayApril 29, 2024 12
insert_link Business / Economics 29 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Biz News Roundup: Landlords Seize Opportunity, Rand Strengthens, Nigeria Secures Investment, and Dollar Hits High Namibian Landlords Capitalize on Rental Demand Surge: Landlords in Namibia are making the most of increased demand for rental properties by raising deposits, as reported by the FNB Rent Price Index. Despite a slight decline in deposit growth in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the previous quarter, it remained significantly higher than the same period in 2022. This trend reflects the buoyancy of the rental market amidst changing […] todayApril 29, 2024 20
insert_link World Gaza U.S student protests continue despite removal orders Pro-Palestinian protesters in New York have defied official requests for them to leave the Columbia University campus. Demonstrators have camped on college grounds for more than a week. Dozens of college and university protests are taking place across the US. Sally Patterson reports from Columbia in New York. todayApril 29, 2024 29
insert_link Namibia Mines and Energy ministry announces the fuel price increase Salome Nghoshi, a Petroleum Economist at the Mines and Energy ministry announces the fuel price increase scheduled for the 2nd of May. She recently addressed the nation to provide insights into the factors behind the impending fuel price increase. todayApril 29, 2024 62
insert_link Namibia Khorixas Town Council updates us on latest developments concerning its Build Together initiative Simson Mario /Ochurub, the Public Relations Officer for Khorixas town council, shared updates on the latest developments concerning the "Khorixas Build Together" initiative. In a recent announcement, Ochurub revealed details from the local authority's elective meeting, which aimed to appoint a new decentralized Committee. todayApril 29, 2024 25
insert_link Sport McIlroy and Lowry win playoff for PGA New Orleans team victory Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry won the PGA Tour's Zurich Classic of New Orleans team event on Sunday after a playoff win over Chad Ramey and Martin Trainer. The USA-French pairing of Ramey and Martin had started the day of foursomes (alternate shot) seven strokes off the lead but a brilliant nine-under par round of 63 saw them fly to the top of the leaderboard. That left the […] todayApril 29, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa COPE S.A says social and economic challenges such as poverty cannot be blamed on an inadequate Constitution COPE South Africa's says social and economic challenges, such as poverty, unemployment and inequality, cannot be blamed on an inadequate Constitution. Acting general-secretary, Erick Mohlapamaswi, says they are a consequence of leadership's failure to robustly implement its provisions, coupled with a lack of integrity, and a government that is not accountable and transparent. Mohlapamaswi says the Constitution is inherently transformative, intended to uplift the lives of all South Africans: todayApril 29, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Tourism Sector Poised for Continued Growth in 2024 The tourism sector is showing promising signs of growth, with international arrivals at nationwide airports reaching 71,584 passengers from January to February 2024. This marks an increase from the 57,921 passengers recorded during the same period in 2023. Gitta Paetzold, CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia, provides insight into the positive trajectory of tourist inflows, indicating ongoing potential for expansion in the tourism industry. todayApril 29, 2024 30
insert_link Namibia NamPower Bulk Tariff Increases by 8% for 2024/25 Financial Year The Electricity Control Board announced an 8% increase in the NamPower bulk tariff for the 2024/25 financial year, raising it from N$1.98 per kWh to 2.14 per kWh. ECB CEO Robert Kahimise stated that the adjustment is driven by rising electricity generation costs, including those associated with imported electricity and reduced water flow to the Ruacana power station due to blockages in Angolan rivers. NamPower's revenue requirement was adjusted to […] todayApril 29, 2024 30