insert_link Health / Medical Interview: MS Namibia Launches Fifth Annual Jeans for Hope Day to Support Patients MS Namibia has announced the return of its Jeans for Hope Day campaign on Friday, 1 August, aimed at raising awareness and funds for Namibians living with multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and can lead to symptoms such as numbness, vision problems, fatigue, loss of coordination, and cognitive challenges. Founder Bianca Ozcan explained that MS is considered a rare disease […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Interview: Empowering Youth Through Mental Health and Entrepreneurship in Otavi National Mental Health Care, led by founder Cathy Kambanda, has successfully completed a year-long program aimed at combating depression and suicide among young people by empowering them to become entrepreneurs. The initiative, which ran from July 2024 to June 2025 in Otavi, was funded by B2Gold, Ohorongo Cement, and Kambanda’s personal contribution. Fifteen youth participants were selected, including young entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses, those with business ideas but […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Ballotti’s Relocation Pledge Unfulfilled at Katutura Youth Complex Over 500 homeless people continue to live at the Katutura Youth Complex despite Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti’s pledge three months ago to relocate them, Selma Taapopi for NewsOnOne reports. The plan, agreed upon in April with the /Khomas regional governor and City officials, sought to restore Windhoek’s stadiums to their intended use. However, no action has been taken, and the facilities’ condition continues to worsen. today30 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics BW Energy, NAMCOR Secure Rig for Kudu Gas Drilling BW Energy and NAMCOR E&P have secured the Deepsea Mira rig to drill the Kharas appraisal well on the Kudu licence in the Orange Basin. Scheduled for the second half of 2025, the drilling is part of a rig-sharing arrangement designed to boost local content. NAMCOR spokesperson Paulo Coelho said the move is a vital step toward developing the Kudu gas field and improving the country’s energy independence. today30 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NamPost Probes Social Media Claims The postal service says it has noted serious allegations circulating online involving pensioner Petrina Sikela. According to Marketing and Communications Practitioner Gladwin Groenwaldt, the company immediately launched an investigation upon learning of the issue and reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the integrity of its services. today29 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Outjo Symposium Targets Learning Poverty in Africa The Education Ministry, in collaboration with the African Union, European Union, and UNICEF, is hosting a two-day symposium in Outjo focused on addressing learning poverty. According to minister Sanet Steenkamp, the event launches the “End of Learning Poverty for All in Africa” campaign under the theme “Eradicating Learning Poverty, a National Priority,”. today29 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Interview: Blue Growth Series Attracts Over 340 Entrepreneurs, Spotlight on Informal Sector Standard Bank’s latest entrepreneurship initiative — the Blue Growth Series — has received over 340 applications within two weeks, with close to half coming from the local informal economy. This was revealed by Arinze Okafor, the founder of the Namibia Investment and Finance Academy (NIFA), during an interview on Fresh FM earlier today. “The response has been overwhelming,” Okafor said, noting that approximately 170 applicants are informal traders such as […] today28 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Youth Dive Into Oil & Gas Sector at Walvis Summit Over 800 young people, professionals, and investors convened in Walvis Bay for the 2nd Youth in Oil and Gas Summit to explore opportunities in the energy sector. The event featured technical workshops, networking sessions, and expert guidance. Two participants shared their aspirations with NewsOnOne. today28 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Katutura Protest Targets City Officials Katutura residents are set to stage a mass protest today at the City of Windhoek’s Katutura Customer Care Centre near Shoprite. The demonstration, led by the local residents' committee, aims to voice grievances over poor service delivery. Spokesperson Shaun Gariseb said the protest is about demanding dignity and accountability. today28 July, 2025
