insert_link Business / Economics Namibia hosts Aviation Development Africa Conference Namibia is hosting the Aviation Development Africa Conference this week in Windhoek. The Namibia Airports Company says that the event will boost tourism and draw global aviation industry leaders to Windhoek. With the theme ‘Igniting Connections and Propelling Growth,’ AviaDev Africa has become the leading platform for promoting air travel development on the continent. Here is NAC spokesperson, Dan Kamati with more on the conference. Global aviation industry leaders […] today17 June, 2024
insert_link Environment Maritime rangers discover whale carcass north of Swakopmund Captain Sean Naude, Head of the Namibian Maritime Rangers, lifeguard, and marine life rescue services has confirmed the discovery of a whale carcass floating 30 kilometers north of Swakopmund by Wlotkasbaken on Monday. The whale carcass, believed to have been hit by a ship, was found during the team's search efforts for a missing pastor who disappeared nine days ago. The discovery, according to Naude was immediately reported to the […] today17 June, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia commemorates Menstrual Hygiene Day Namibia has joined the rest of the world in commemorating Menstrual Hygiene Day. This year’s theme "Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld", aims to eliminate menstrual taboos. The date, May 28th, symbolises the average 28-day menstrual cycle and the average duration of menstruation, which is five days, thus reinforcing the importance of the cause it champions. Poor menstrual hygiene, however, poses serious health risks, like reproductive and urinary tract infections which can […] today28 May, 2024
insert_link Africa Burkina Faso extends military rule Burkina Faso's military government has extended the junta rule for another five years, following the signing of a new charter after national consultations in Ouagadougou. According to the BBC, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the current ruler, will be allowed to participate in the upcoming presidential election. The military took power in a coup in 2022 and had promised elections by July 2024. today28 May, 2024
insert_link Environment Namibia declares state of emergency due to drought President Nangolo Mbumba has declared a state of emergency regarding the current drought, effective 22 May 2024. Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform spokesperson, Jona Musheko says the declaration will allow the ministry to mobilise resources, and ensure that the necessary assistance is given to affected communities. Namibia declared a state of emergency due to severe drought in 2013, 2016, 2019, and now 2024. Rhingo Mutambo, chief public relations officer […] today28 May, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Anglo American rejects BHP offer, again Anglo-American has rejected a third takeover proposal from BHP Group that valued the company at $49.18 billion but agreed to a one-week extension for its rival to table a binding offer. Cirrus Capital Economist Robert McGregor helps make sense of the deal. today23 May, 2024
insert_link Environment Green Hydrogen Commissioner responds to environmental assessment call Following a call by the Namibian Chamber of Environment on the government, Germany, and the European Union to commission an independent and transparent strategic environmental assessment of the green hydrogen sector, warning that projects in the Tsau ||Khaeb National Park could harm its integrity, biodiversity, and landscape. We contacted Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe to discuss how his office plans to address the concerns. Mnyupe says the Environment Ministry will […] today23 May, 2024
insert_link Environment Environmentalists angered as Mumbai flamingos die in plane incident Dozens of flamingos have been killed in the Indian city of Mumbai after an airplane hit them, leading to anger among environmentalists. The Emirates flight landed safely after the incident. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. today23 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Disability Affairs Minister calls for inclusive education Deputy Minister of Disability Affairs in the Office of the President Alexia Manombe-Ncube has urged parents and guardians of children with disabilities to avoid keeping them at home and ensure that they are enrolled in schools. today23 May, 2024