insert_link NamibiaYouth Sandbox spotlights sports as economic driver Front Row: David Norman – U.S. Embassy Namibia Representative, Mr. Simataa Mwiya – Chief Administrator, Namibia Sports Commission, Mr. Matheus Haitota – Head of Sports UNAM, Hon. Dino Ballotti – Deputy Minister MEIYSAC, Hon. Utaara Mootu – LPM Member of Parliament. Back Row: Penouua Kaoti – U.S. Embassy Alumni, Petersen Nghiyoonanye – Moderator, Dr Nangula Mbako – MC The U.S. Embassy in Namibia hosted a high-impact event on 19 May […] today21 May, 2025
insert_link NamibiaGovernment eyes more exports to Africa under new trade roadmap The Ministry of International Relations and Trade has launched a strategic planning workshop to shape a five-year plan to advance trade and investment goals. The workshop brings together stakeholders to define the ministry’s broader mandate, which now includes both trade and investment. According to Executive Director Penda Naanda, the plan will pay attention to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and explore ways to deepen trade relations with countries […] today20 May, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsSMEs crucial to Namibia’s economic growth, says FNB Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are playing a growing role in economic development, with their impact reaching beyond just job creation. According to FNB Namibia's Head of SME, Nesdha De Jongh, SMEs are key to addressing some of the country’s most pressing issues, including high youth unemployment and inequality. “SMEs are the backbone of the economy,” De Jongh said. “We need to empower their growth so that they’ll be able […] today20 May, 2025
insert_link NamibiaN$160,000 reward offered after rhino poaching near Maltahöhe Authorities are offering a reward of N$160,000 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for a brutal poaching incident in the Hardap Region. Between 9 and 11 May 2025, a white rhinoceros cow was found shot and dehorned on a farm near Maltahöhe. Her orphaned calf, named Elsa, was discovered two days later and has since been rescued. The Namibian Police's Blue Rhino Task Team, alongside […] today19 May, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024SADC delays final report on Namibia’s 2024 elections More than six months after Namibia’s general elections in November 2024, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) has yet to release its final election observation report, missing the three-month deadline by a wide margin. This delay persists despite preliminary findings that described the elections as peaceful and generally democratic. “We want to know whether our election was free and fair.” The absence of the full report has left stakeholders and […] today19 May, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamibian Police and Walvis Bay Corridor Group strengthen road safety efforts Executive Secretary of the National Road Safety Council, Eugene Tendekule The Namibian Police, in partnership with the Walvis Bay Corridor Group, have met with stakeholders from the transport and logistics industry to strengthen road safety and compliance across the country’s trade corridors. This engagement comes as concerns rise over increasing traffic incidents. The meeting brought together law enforcement officials and industry leaders to coordinate efforts for improved safety standards along […] today19 May, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsSouth Africa’s Cabinet approves mineral resources development bill for public comment South Africa’s Cabinet has approved the Mineral Resources Development Bill of 2025 for public comment. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni announced the bill during a post-Cabinet briefing, saying it will streamline regulatory processes, improve investor confidence, and ensure fair distribution of mining benefits. The bill proposes a “one-stop shop” to simplify licensing, clear guidelines to secure mining rights, requirements for local processing of minerals, and measures to support local […] today16 May, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsNamibia Women in Finance & Insurance Summit 2025 champions gender diversity, inclusion, and equality The 4th Namibia Women in Finance and Insurance Summit convened in Windhoek, drawing leading female professionals to discuss innovation, legacy-building, and the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in promoting inclusive growth. The summit, which focused on the impact of digital transformation in the finance and insurance sectors, emphasized the need to empower women by providing them with access to financial tools, leadership opportunities, and decision-making roles. CEO Sisedi Investment […] today16 May, 2025
NamibiaProperty owners call for revitalisation of Windhoek CBD By: Ludorf Iyambo Property owners are calling on the City of Windhoek to collaborate with them to revitalise the Central Business District (CBD), which they say becomes quiet after hours. The owners proposed a partnership with the city to introduce social and cultural activities and enhance safety in the area. The owners raised these concerns on Tuesday during a mayoral central business district tour and stakeholders' consultation meeting in the […] today14 May, 2025
