Contributed

Projects funded by the World Bank Group’s private sector arm fuel armed conflict – it’s time to reform the system

Brian Ganson, Stellenbosch University; Anne Spencer Jamison, Copenhagen Business School, and Witold Jerzy Henisz, University of Pennsylvania To what extent does private investment help developing countries to reduce conflict and violence and to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals? This is a hotly debated issue. Most international institutions such as the World Bank Group take the stance that the problem is not enough private investment. So they mobilise public resources to […]

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Business / Economics

Cenored-Okahandja electricity distribution JV dissolved

The seven-year electricity distribution joint-venture (JV) between the Central North Regional Electricity Distributor (Cenored), and the Okahandja Municipality was on Tuesday dissolved and incorporated into Cenored’s businesses empire. This was announced by Cenored board chairperson, Kandali Iyambo on Tuesday at Okahandja in the presence of several Cenored board members, executives and the local authority councillors of Okahandja. Iyambo at the event stated that from now onward the electricity network infrastructure […]

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Namibia

Charcoal producers seek government support for international market entry

Ndjoura Tjozongoro, a charcoal producer from the Omaheke Region, noted that both commercial and resettled farmers venturing into charcoal production require support in terms of equipment and financing. He said this is especially so for aspiring producers looking to establish successful charcoal businesses as it involves substantial investment. “Charcoal producers are encountering challenges in accessing the market. Despite being producers and commercial farmers, we lack the necessary equipment. We don’t […]

November 14, 2023 1

Namibia

Men accused of robbing Keetmanshoop resident remanded in custody

The five men who were arrested and charged with robbery and impersonating a police officer were remanded in custody on Monday when they made their first court appearance in the Keetmanshoop Magistrate’s Court. The accused persons made their appearance before magistrate Uchen Konjore who postponed their case to 10 January next year, for further police investigation and for the accused persons to acquire legal representation. The accused are 36-year-old […]

November 14, 2023 1

Health / Medical

NDCN workshop addresses outdated disability policy

The National Disability Council of Namibia (NDCN) conducted a consultative workshop in Rundu on Tuesday to discuss the Persons with Disabilities Draft Bill and the National Policy on Disability. NDCN Chief Executive Officer Angelique Philander addressed the workshop, saying the consultations were prompted by an outdated national policy on disability established in 1997. She explained that the policy no longer aligns with the current needs and advancements of people […]

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Health / Medical

Bad food choices: clearer labels aim to help South Africans pick healthier options

South Africans have a hard time figuring out which foods are unhealthy when they go shopping. But this is about to change. South African supermarkets currently sell large amounts of unhealthy, ultra-processed foods. Packaged foods in particular have high levels of sugar, salt and saturated fat – all things that are bad for our health. Research shows that the consumption of these foods is linked to increasing rates of obesity […]

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Opinion Pieces

Prioritizing sports as a strategic objective at the University of Namibia

By Vincent Shimutwikeni Sports has long played a significant role in the lives of students and the community alike at the University of Namibia. Integrating sports as a strategic objective holds the potential to yield numerous benefits beyond the traditional boundaries of the playing field. The University of Namibia should elevate sports to a more prominent position and prioritize it in its strategic plan. After almost every weekend, you may […]

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Opinion Pieces

The Paramount Importance of Severe Illness Cover

By Shali Nanghala, Head of Distribution: Momentum Retail In our ever-evolving world, life's unpredictabilities loom large. From global health crises to personal medical emergencies, we often find ourselves face to face with challenges that can profoundly impact our health and financial stability. In these uncertain times, the value of foresight and preparedness is unparalleled, and one essential element of this preparedness is severe illness cover. Let us delve into its vital […]

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Opinion Pieces

Namibia Tourism and Hospitality Industry Make Significant Strides

By Josef Kefas Sheehama The tourism industry contributes about 10 percent to the global GDP. In Namibia, the contribution of tourism and hospitality to GDP was N$7, 7 billion or 3, 7% of nominal gross domestic product (GDP) and an indirect contribution of N$24, 8 billion, or 12, 0% of nominal GDP. Considering the tourist demographic, Europeans accounted for 64% in September, with Namibians at 18% and South Africans at […]

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