insert_link Business / Economics Namibia bets on Africa’s green hydrogen with US$267M export harbour By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Namibia is gearing up its logistics infrastructure to handle future shipments of green hydrogen, with a planned US$267 million hydrogen harbour at the port of Walvis Bay, according to the country's port authority, Namport. Port of Antwerp Bruges will build the facility over the next three years, billed as a hub for shipping hydrogen and its byproducts to energy-hungry markets in […] todayMay 6, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Cassinga a powerful reminder of suffering Namibians endured: Mbumba President Nangolo Mbumba said the Cassinga massacre will always serve as a powerful reminder of the hardships endured by Namibians during their struggle for independence. Namibia on Saturday, marked the 46th commemoration, since the South African colonial forces attacked the Cassinga refugee camp in Angola on 04 April 1978. The attack in southern Angola resulted in the deaths of 624 people, the majority of whom were women and […] todayMay 6, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Students at Ogongo UNAM Campus Voice Concerns Over Lack of Psychological Support Services Students at the Ogongo UNAM campus said lack of phycological supports hinders their education, as there are no social workers at the Campus. From the North, Maria Namupala compiled this report spoke with a student: Angeline Shoopala. todayMay 6, 2024 32
insert_link Namibia Deputy Prime Minister Lauds Effectiveness of New E-Voucher System for Drought Relief Program Deputy Prime Minister , spoke briefly to our Northern correspondent, Maria Namupala on the Food voucher system that was recently introduced by the Office of the Prime Minister. John Mutorwa says it is very effective and doing good so far. todayMay 6, 2024 14
insert_link 1 Namibia EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Shaun Gariseb’s Advocacy for Community Empowerment in Kunene May 6, 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent conversation with social activist Shaun Gariseb, the focus was squarely on Kunene, a region in Namibia brimming with natural resources yet facing systemic challenges in harnessing its potential for the benefit of local communities. Gariseb's initiative aims to address this disparity through community empowerment and awareness. Gariseb's journey to Kunene epitomizes his commitment to grassroots engagement. Teaming up with influential figures like JP, […] todayMay 6, 2024 27 1
insert_link Namibia Kunene Region Leaders Discuss Land Reform, Mining, and Socio-Economic Development Shaun Gariseb, JP Van Der Westhuizen, and Ricardo Hawixab convened an important discussion on the interplay between land reform, mining, and socio-economic development in the Kunene region. The conversation centered on devising strategies to enhance the effective participation and empowerment of the local population in these crucial sectors. Gariseb raised this concern towards the Mines and Energy ministry. todayMay 6, 2024 132
insert_link Namibia Nutrition Alliance Director Urges Collaboration with Government for Effective Intervention Ben Schernick, the director of the Nutrition And Food Alliance of Namibia, emphasizes the importance of supporting or collaborating with the government to implement nutrition interventions effectively. He stresses the need to bring together various sectors including health, education, agriculture, social protection, and gender to address nutrition challenges comprehensively. todayMay 6, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Police Chief Calls for Public Support at Massive Oshakati Graduation Ceremony Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant Joseph Shikongo, has extended an invitation to the general public to attend the graduation ceremony of over 1000 recruits in Oshakati, located in the Oshana Region. Our Northern Correspondent, Maria Namupala, was present to interview him on-site. Meanwhile in WInhdoek....Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga of the Namibia Police Force gave critical insights regarding public safety, emphasizing proactive measures individuals can take to […] todayMay 6, 2024 43
insert_link Namibia The Impact of South African Protests on Namibia: Insights from Political Analyst Wade Henckert Political analyst Wade Henckert shed light on the intricate relationship between protests in South Africa and their repercussions on neighboring Namibia. Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Sheehama had this to say on how protests could affect investor sentiment. todayMay 6, 2024 47