insert_link Business / Economics Youth Funding Confusion Hits Walvisbaai Frans Koita, consultant for DKL Africa Consultations CC, says unclear guidelines for the National Youth Development Fund, which allocates N$257 million to youth businesses, have caused frustration. Speaking from Walvisbaai, he noted that applicants there faced extra documentation requirements, while submissions at the Swakopmund governor’s office went smoothly. The fund’s closing date was 4th September. today8 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Civil Aviation Authority Warns on Reckless Drone Use Authorities are raising alarms over the rising number of drones being operated recklessly in restricted areas, including airports, military zones, and private properties. Nelson Ashipala of the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority says operators must familiarize themselves with regulations and ensure they have the necessary permits. today8 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Ministry of Mines Hosts Regional Chemical Safety Training The Ministry of Mines and Energy is hosting a six-day advanced course in Swakopmund on protection and assistance during chemical incidents. Fourie Nhoni, the mines ministry’s Senior Public Relations Officer, says participants from Southern African countries will receive both theoretical and practical training to improve emergency preparedness. today8 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Confusion and Delays Hit Youth Funding Submissions Frans Koita, a consultant for DKL Africa Consultations CC, has raised concerns over the rollout of the National Youth Fund, citing confusion and delays affecting many applicants across the country. Koita, speaking from Walvis Bay, explained that submissions were intended to be made only at governor offices, a clarification that came just 24 to 48 hours before the deadline. “The late announcement by the Minister of Finance left many young […] today5 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Renovations Complete at Intermediate Hospital Katutura Control Administrative Officer Justine Shivute reports that the sixth and seventh floors of Intermediate Hospital Katutura, including pediatric and surgery wards, are fully renovated. Patients who were in temporary tents have now returned. She also provided an update on the new water heating system. today5 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics South Africa Remains Top Partner in Trade The national trade balance for July showed a deficit of N$58 million, reversing the N$856 million surplus seen a month earlier. Despite this, the figure is far better than the N$2.0 billion shortfall posted in July 2024. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency, South Africa remains the country’s most significant trading partner. Mirjam Shihepo from NSA: today5 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Parliament Probes Uranium One Project. Parliament’s Natural Resources Committee wants scientific evidence before deciding on the Uranium One project at Leonardville. Chairperson Tobie Aupindi said farming and mining should work together to support livelihoods. The committee also questioned why the project’s water permit was revoked four years ago and never reissued. Uranium One spokesperson Riaan van Rooyen now responds. today5 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Families of Mariental Crash Victims Receive Counselling Support President Nandi-Ndaitwah says counsellors have been assigned to all families of those who lost loved ones in the Mariental accident. NewsOnOne’s Petrus Amutenya reports that she made the remarks during a memorial service on Wednesday in honour of the 14 uniformed members and two civilians who died in last Saturday’s tragic crash. today4 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Credit Growth Holds Steady at 5.7% Private sector credit growth stayed unchanged at 5.7% year-on-year in July 2025, the fastest pace since early 2020. Simonis Storm analyst Thazwill Thompson says this stability points to a consolidating credit cycle, with corporate demand easing while household uptake shows modest recovery. today4 September, 2025
