insert_link Namibia Government Allocates Resources to Boost Reservists and Gender Inclusion in Police Force The Government made resources available to ensure that they employee reservists and members of women and men network from all regions into the Namibian Police. From the North, our correspondent Maria Namupala attended the event. todayMay 7, 2024 26
Business / Economics Future Media News speaks to Ambassador Albertus Aochamub on Namibia’s Participation in MACFRUT 2024 https://youtu.be/z2TSnH37w9s?si=9TT_1YjinCIF4N8N In this insightful interview, Future Media News's Angie Scholtz speaks with Albertus Aochamub, Namibia's Ambassador to France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Morocco, and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO. They discuss Namibia's upcoming participation in MACFRUT 2024, where the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) will lead a delegation to showcase the country's fresh produce potential at Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, from 8-10 May 2024. Discover how Namibia aims […] todayMay 7, 2024 49
insert_link Namibia Namibian Competition Commission Imposes Over N$13 Million Fines on Collusive Insurance Companies The Namibian Competition Commission has fined insurance companies N$13.1 million for collusive practices. The first investigation revealed collusion in setting fixed prices for panel beating services, while the second uncovered restrictive agreements with windscreen retailers. This information comes from Dina //Gowases, Corporate Communications Practitioner at the NaCC. todayMay 7, 2024 58
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy Research ‘s Integrity Namibia Project Hosts Regional Anti-Corruption Conference in Luderitz The Institute for Public Policy Research is launching the third regional anti-corruption conference today in Luderitz as part of its Integrity Namibia project. This initiative aims to establish a nationwide network of non-state actors dedicated to combating corruption in Namibia. The project plans to organize four regional conferences and one national conference by 2025. Here's director-Graham Hopwood. todayMay 7, 2024 36
insert_link Namibia Shell’s Potential Exit Sends Shockwaves Through South Africa and Neighbors, Expert Warns of Economic Impact As the global economic landscape continues to shift, recent developments have put South Africa and its neighboring countries on high alert. Josef Sheehama, an expert in corporate governance and economic affairs, offers comment on the potential withdrawal of Shell from South Africa after a remarkable 122-year presence. todayMay 7, 2024 38
insert_link Namibia Financial Constraints Stifle SWAPO’s Plans for Extraordinary Congress SWAPO faces financial hurdles preventing the organization of an extraordinary congress aimed at electing a new party president following the death of Hage Geingob. While some members pursue legal avenues for a leadership change, the endorsement of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah without a congress sparks allegations of constitutional violations. Internal documents reveal SWAPO's financial woes, with the party admitting a lack of funds necessary for the congress. Despite previous lavish spending on […] todayMay 7, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission of Namibia announces voter registration dates Namibia is poised for a pivotal democratic moment as it prepares for presidential and National Assembly elections slated for November 27, 2024. Voter registration is set to take place between June 3 and August 1, with all eligible Namibians expected to register afresh to participate in the upcoming elections. The nomination of independent candidates is expected to take place on October 14, while the nomination court for political parties is […] todayMay 6, 2024 92
insert_link Namibia Government hosts first certificate award for pre-vocational skills The Ministry of Education Arts and Culture will host the first-ever awarding ceremony for the Certificate in Basic Pre-Vocational Skills on Tuesday, 7 May 2024. The Ministry through the Namibia Institute of Educational Development, revamped a special curriculum tailored for learners with special educational needs. The Executive Director of the Ministry, Sanet Steenkamp. todayMay 6, 2024 74
insert_link Namibia Investigation launched into fatal Windhoek plane crash Three people were killed in a light aircraft crash in Windhoek's Pionierspark residential area on Friday, 3 May 2024. The accident occurred on Rieckmann Street shortly after the aircraft took off from Eros Airport. The victims were two pilots and an aircraft mechanic who were on a maintenance test flight. Here is Magnus Abraham, the Head of the Directorate of Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation in the Ministry of Works […] todayMay 6, 2024 251