insert_link Namibia Public Accounts Committee asked to summon GIPF over N$815 million impairment By: Josia Shigwedha The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Parliament has been asked to summon the board and management of the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) to account for a reported loss linked to one of its foreign investments. This comes after a tax claim issued by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), which triggered a major impairment in one of GIPF’s offshore investment vehicles and raised uncertainty about […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Omuprima minister kwali nale wa Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina, apewa ehandukilo lefyo Oo ali nale omuprima minister wa Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina okwa monika ondjo noku pewa ehandukilo lefyo omolwo ominyonena odo tatamanekelwa aningilile oshiwana. Oshikundaneki sho BBC, nena osha lopota kutya, omuprima kwali okwa monika etimba moku yandja elombwelo kwali kovanambelewa vo ku kalekapo eameno ovo va umbile oikuti no kudipaya ovalihongi vali vefike 1400 vali tava ningi ehololo madilaadilo . Hasina pefimbo apewa elombwelo lehandukilo lefyo, kalimo momangu, molwasho okuli moupongekwa […] today17 November, 2025
APO International Cluttered desktops: The ‘I might need this someday’ mindset is creating a cybersecurity nightmare Digital hoarding poses a significant and often underestimated cybersecurity risk that extends far beyond a simple productivity issue, argues Anna Collard, SVP of Content Strategy and CISO Advisor at KnowBe4 Africa (http://www.KnowBe4.com/). Like a garage slowly filling with forgotten boxes, our digital workspaces are becoming repositories of unmanaged data. We are all familiar with cluttered desktops, full inboxes, and personal files saved on work devices. This is digital hoarding […] today17 November, 2025
APO International Japan and African Development Bank roll out Africa-Asia (A-A) Platform to boost youth entrepreneurship and innovation The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) on Friday announced the roll-out of a new initiative, the Africa-Asia (A-A) Platform, dedicated to the promotion of knowledge transfer between Africa and Asia. This platform will ensure a reciprocal exchange of technology and innovation between the two continents. Download document: https://apo-opa.co/4i1AgzQ A ceremony to mark the roll-out was held at the United Nations University in Tokyo. The event was attended by Dr Sidi Ould […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Old Mutual advises smart spending ahead of Black Friday As Black Friday approaches, financial experts are urging shoppers to plan their purchases carefully amid rising living costs. Experts have recommended creating a shopping list, comparing prices, and avoiding impulse purchases or unplanned credit. They caution that not all deals, especially on big-ticket items, offer real savings. Mignon du Preez, Group Marketing, Public Affairs, and Sustainability Executive at Old Mutual Namibia, says shoppers should focus on essentials like groceries and […] today17 November, 2025
APO International Withdrawing of Infrastructure Grant a Setback for the Eastern Cape Education Department, Committee Chair The Select Committee on Education, Sciences and the Creative Industries has called on the Eastern Cape Department of Education to respond to the shocking news of half-a-billion-rands infrastructure grant being withheld by the National Treasury. The Chairperson of the committee, Mr Makhi Feni, said the news was a setback for the province, and the timing is bad because it happens when the Eastern Cape delegation of the permanent delegates […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Africa UK warns Namibia, Angola, and DR Congo of visa restrictions over illegal migration (Photo credit: istock image) The United Kingdom has announced that citizens from Namibia, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo could face visa bans if their governments fail to take back illegal migrants. The move forms part of the UK government’s tougher rules on refugees, unveiled on Monday, aimed at reducing illegal immigration. Conservative shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp expressed scepticism about the policy's effectiveness, noting that the UK remains […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Standard Bank Namibia, NIFA support MSME trade opportunities Standard Bank Namibia, in partnership with the Namibia Investment and Finance Academy (NIFA), hosted a “Market Access and Trade Opportunity” event in Windhoek to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The initiative guided trade finance, import–export opportunities, and cross-border business growth. CEO of NIFA, Arinze Okafor, said the event’s goal was to equip small businesses with the knowledge and networks needed to scale operations and contribute to economic development. […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Courts operating normally, says Justice Ministry after case pulled The High Court has struck an urgent application by the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations from the roll after magistrates across the country denied under oath that they were on strike. The ministry had approached the court alleging a work stoppage, but the application was withdrawn when no evidence of a strike could be found. Ministry spokesperson Edmund //Khoaseb said operations at all magistrates’ courts are continuing as usual. […] today17 November, 2025
