AfricaNamibia needs US$ 9 billion (N$166.5 billion) to set up a nuclear power plant By: Hertha Ekandjo Energy expert, Andreas Simon says Namibia needs between US$ 6 and 9 billion (N$166.5 billion) to set up a nuclear power plant depending on the scale and technology used. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah suggested over the weekend that Namibia should move towards a nuclear power plant. She said a mix of reliable energy and clean energy is needed to grow the economy and take people out of poverty. […] today14 April, 2025
NamibiaFloods displace hundreds in northern Namibia Heavy rains in northern Namibia are causing severe flooding in the Ohangwena and Oshana regions. The floodwaters, partly coming from southern Angola, have forced hundreds of residents to flee their homes. Oshana Regional Governor Elia Irimari confirmed that more than 900 people from parts of Oshakati town have been relocated to a center in Enya. However, the area is becoming overcrowded. "The water level is still rising. The relocation centre […] today14 April, 2025
insert_link CrimeWindhoek woman loses N$60,000 to fraudsters A 56-year-old woman was defrauded of N$60,000 in Klein Windhoek. Police allege that the complainant received a phone call from an unknown male suspect who posed as a representative of Bank Windhoek. Under the pretense of assisting with a banking matter, the suspect manipulated the complainant into revealing her personal banking information. Acting on the suspect’s instructions, the complainant unknowingly facilitated the transfer of N$60,000 from her account. No arrests […] today14 April, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsNandi-Ndaitwah urges mining sector to empower youth By: Josia Shigwedha President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibia’s mining industry to do more in creating sustainable opportunities for youth and contributing to local economic development. Speaking during a visit to Rössing Uranium Mine today, President Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasized that the government wants the mining sector to offer quality jobs, scholarships, training, internships, and support for young entrepreneurs. “We want mining companies to invest in the potential of our youth […] today12 April, 2025
NamibiaNgurare says unnecessary bureaucracy must fall https://youtu.be/XRX3v5DCD_4 By: Ludorf Iyambo Prime Minister Dr Elijah Ngurare told executive directors that unnecessary bureaucracy must fall, and common sense must prevail within government ministries. Ngurare also says theories are important, but being deliberate, proactive, and practical is more important. Ngurare made the remarks on Thursday during his first meeting with all executive directors. Ngurare said Namibians do not need favours or ask for any from public servants; they only demand access to just, quality, […] today11 April, 2025
Namibia“It’s time to empower the youth, not to lead tomorrow, but today” George Kambala By: Ludorf Iyambo Affirmative Repositioning (AR) member of parliament George Kambala on Wednesday tasked the house to introduce and properly resource a National Youth Development Fund. According to Kambala such a fund will ensure young people from Olukonda to Tubusis, from Katima Mulilo to Keetmanshoop, can access unrestricted funding and support to turn their ideas into reality. “Let us not design another programme that looks good on a brochure but […] today11 April, 2025
LocalGovt steps up fight against AI-driven cybercrime rising online scams By: Envaalde Matheus The government plans to introduce a national system for authentication of information sources in response to a rise in AI-driven scams and cyberattacks in Namibia. Information minister Emma Theofelus told Parliament on Thursday that Namibians are increasingly falling victim to deep fakes, synthetic media, and social media fraud. She said the introduction will enable citizens to validate the credibility information they receive by cross-checking it against a […] today11 April, 2025
EnvironmentLand issue still a burning issue in Namibia https://youtu.be/ZUxeLY0p_Gc By: Eric Mhunduru President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has repeated what former presidents have said regarding the willing buyer, willing seller policy over land. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Nandi-Ndaitwah says she is uncomfortable with the policy. Nandi-Ndaitwah said the willing buyer, willing seller policy guided early land reforms but has not worked effectively. “We had to develop laws, and we started with the willing buyer willing seller that we […] today10 April, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsBank of Namibia pushes financial innovation at Cirrus Investor Conference Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab WINDHOEK – The Bank of Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to financial innovation and stability at the 2025 Cirrus Investor Conference, held this week in Windhoek. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab delivered the keynote address, highlighting the bank’s strategy to build a future-ready, inclusive financial system. During his speech, !Gawaxab noted that Namibia’s economy grew by 3.7% in 2024. This was a slight dip from 4.4% […] today10 April, 2025
