insert_link Business / Economics MTC Brings Branding and Marketing Indaba in April The Branding and Marketing Indaba returns to Windhoek from 8 to 10 April 2026 at the Mövenpick Hotel, bringing together industry experts to discuss branding, marketing, and innovation. MTC spokesperson John Ekongo says the event will also feature 18 excellence award categories, recognising outstanding creativity and impact in marketing, communications, and advertising. today21 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Rising Costs and Regulations Threaten Jobs, Says Namibian Employers’ Federation The Namibian Employers’ Federation is urging realistic and affordable labour and economic policies in 2026, saying rising business costs and regulatory pressure are threatening jobs. Federation president Elia Shikongo stresses that slow economic growth and high unemployment require policies that support business sustainability to protect employment. today21 January, 2026
APO International A Communique Issued After a Meeting of the Catholic Bishops of Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province held from Monday January 19-20, 2026 at Jubilee Conference Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State We, Catholic Bishops of Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province, comprising Ibadan Archdiocese (https://www.IbadanArchdiocese.org), Ilorin, Ondo, Oyo, Ekiti and Osogbo Dioceses, after our first meeting for 2026 at the Jubilee Conference Centre, (JCC) Ibadan, having prayerfully deliberated on pertinent issues of Church and national interest, hereby issue the following Communique: 1. The Saving Mission of Jesus Christ The Church exists to advance the mission of Jesus Christ. That mission expressed by the […] today20 January, 2026
APO International TECNO Brought Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 to Life through Ongoing Technology Carnival Activations across Africa As the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 unfolded, TECNO (www.TECNO-Mobile.com), Official Global Partner of the tournament, was actively extending the matchday experience beyond stadiums and screens through a series of Technology Carnival activations and offline watching parties that took place across multiple African countries. Launched alongside the tournament and running throughout the AFCON competition period until 18 January 2026, these activations were designed as immersive, […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia National Assembly speaker engages Finnish MP on trade and cooperation National Assembly Speaker, Saara Kuugongelwa- Amadhila (Photo by: Namibia Press Agency) National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuungongelwa-Amadhila met with Finnish Member of Parliament Ville Valkonen, chair of the Namibia–Finland Parliamentary Friendship Group, to discuss ways to deepen cooperation between the two countries. The talks covered development projects, education, trade, investment, and tourism. Valkonen described Namibia as Finland’s most active parliamentary partner in Africa, highlighting strong interest from Finnish businesses and institutions […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Africa African Union approves mediation plan for Eastern DRC conflict The African Union has approved a new plan to coordinate and bolster mediation efforts aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The decision was made during a two-day summit in Lomé, Togo, reflecting growing concern over the humanitarian and security crisis in the region. Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa that while the plan sets a framework for action, its success will depend on timely implementation and […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Africa Zambia becomes first in Africa to accept mining taxes in yuan A China yuan note is seen in this illustration (Photo by REUTERS/Thomas White) Zambia has become the first African country to allow Chinese mining companies to pay taxes in yuan, a move aimed at reducing reliance on the US dollar and reflecting the country’s deepening economic ties with China. The policy shift was confirmed by the Bank of Zambia, according to News24. According to Bloomberg Law, the change comes amid […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia GIPF assures members homes are safe under pension-backed housing scheme Photo contributed The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has reassured its members that they will not lose their homes if they are unable to fully repay loans under its new pension-backed housing finance scheme. The assurance follows concerns that the initiative could expose retirees to the risk of property repossession. GIPF chief executive Martin Inkumbi says the structure of the scheme is designed to protect members’ primary residences while remaining […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics America’s Trump threatens France with 200% wine tariffs Bottles of French wine are displayed for sale in a liquor store. (Photo by: Mario Tama/Getty Images) U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200% on French wine and champagne after French President Emmanuel Macron declined to join a U.S.-backed initiative described by Trump as a Gaza “Board of Peace.” The warning marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between Washington and Paris, linking trade pressure […] today20 January, 2026