insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay launches online reporting tool to strengthen local accountability (Photo contributed) The Walvis Bay Municipality has introduced Ovakalimo, a new online platform designed to allow residents to report service-related issues directly to the council. The platform forms part of the European Union–supported Erongo Good Governance Project, which focuses on improving transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in local government. Municipal spokesperson Anita Kaihiva said the tool streamlines how residents flag concerns such as vandalism or broken infrastructure. Kaihiva explained that […] today18 November, 2025
APO International United Nations (UN) aid office pushes for ‘unhindered’ humanitarian access in Sudan In recent days the Emergency Relief Coordinator has travelled to various parts of the war-torn country and met leaders, frontline responders and survivors of the crisis. “We need more UN boots on the ground,” Mr. Fletcher said. “The UN is a ship that was not built to stay in the harbour, and this visit has been part of that big push to make sure we're mobilised closer to those […] today18 November, 2025
APO International Sierra Leone’s President Bio Chairs United Nations (UN) Security Council Debate, Calls Starvation a “Crime” and Food Security a Global Peace Imperative His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and Chair of the ECOWAS Authority, today presided over a high-level United Nations Security Council open debate on “Threats to International Peace and Security: Conflict-Related Food Insecurity” at the UN Headquarters in New York. Addressing the Council for the second time in two years during Sierra Leone’s tenure, President Bio warned that hunger is increasingly being […] today18 November, 2025
APO International New Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Headquarters nears completion as vice president of the ECOWAS commission urges contractor to expedite works The Vice President of the ECOWAS Commission, Her Excellency Damtien L. Tchintchibidja on the 11th November 2025 paid a working visit to the site for the new Headquarters complex of the ECOWAS Commission, in the company of the technical officials from the Directorates of Transport and Administration&General Services. Representatives from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria, the major financier, was also in attendance. The Vice President […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Cancer Association Expands Palliative Care to Erongo The Cancer Association of Namibia, CEO Rolf Hansen, says they are set to open a new 10-bed palliative care unit in Swakopmund on 23 January 2026. Hansen confirmed that construction and furnishing are complete, staff recruitment began in mid-November, and the initiative underscores a shared commitment to providing dignified and accessible care for cancer patients and their families, while plans for the Windhoek West facility are progressing well. today18 November, 2025
APO International The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) launches Pan-African Consortium for Master’s Degrees in Translation and Conference Interpreting (PAMCIT) Phase 2, awards scholarships to students of Gaston Berger University (Senegal) and pledges technical support to University of Lomé (Togo) The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission on Friday, 14 November 2025 launched Phase II of the Pan-African Consortium for Master’s Degrees in Translation and Conference Interpreting (PAMCIT). The event was held at the headquarters of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) in Lomé, Togo and also featured scholarship awards to students from Gaston Berger University in Saint Louis, Senegal, and a pledge to support […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia Welcomes South Africa’s Lower Inflation Target The Bank of Namibia's Naufiku Hamunime, Deputy Director of Corporate Communications and Sustainability, welcomed South Africa’s decision to lower its inflation target to 3 percent, saying it will bring long-term benefits for Namibia through the Common Monetary Area. With Namibia’s dollar pegged to the rand, aligning key monetary indicators like interest rates helps maintain stability, while membership in the bloc continues to provide price stability, lower transaction costs, and […] today18 November, 2025
APO International Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) and Afreximbank Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Arab–Africa Trade and Investment The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC), a Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank Group, and African Export‑Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) are pleased to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen their cooperation in promoting trade and investment flows across Arab and African countries. The MoU was signed in Cairo, Egypt, on 27 October 2025 by […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Lüderitz Blue School Shortlisted for Global TES Award By: Ritta Lotto The Lüderitz Blue School has been shortlisted for the 2025 TES Awards for International Schools under the Curriculum Initiative of the Year category, recognising its innovative Marine and Maritime Studies (M&MS) Curriculum. The programme, taught from years 3 to 8, explores ecology, culture, history, art, and economics, fostering both scientific literacy and a deep connection to the ocean. “Our vision for Marine and Maritime Studies is […] today17 November, 2025
