insert_link NamibiaSocial Grants and Youth Employment Get Budget Boost The government is increasing funding for social grants and youth employment initiatives. In his budget motivation speech, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and tackling unemployment. Shiimi announced that more funds will go towards child grants, old-age pensions, and youth employment programs to ease financial hardships. He added that these measures aim to reduce poverty and create job opportunities. Parliament Spokesperson Sackeus Kadhikwa […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamibia Strengthens Economic Recovery with SME Focus The government is prioritizing economic recovery by investing in small and medium enterprises. During his budget motivation speech in Parliament on 13 February 2025, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi highlighted efforts to support local entrepreneurs as a key strategy for growth. Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi says SMEs will play a critical role in Namibia’s economic recovery. Measures include funding incentives, tax relief, and business development programs to ensure that small […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link AfricaNamibia to Ratify SADC Prisoner Transfer Agreement The Namibian government is set to ratify the SADC Protocol on Inter-State Transfer of Sentenced Offenders, allowing Namibians convicted abroad to serve their sentences in Namibia. The proposal, introduced by the Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, aims to strengthen regional cooperation on criminal justice. If passed, the agreement will facilitate prisoner exchanges between Namibia and other SADC member states, ensuring humanitarian considerations and access to […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link NamibiaMUN to Negotiate Kombat Mine Retrenchments The Mineworkers Union and Kombat Mine will enter negotiations on the conditions surrounding the retrenchment of 533 workers. One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne journalist, Hertha Ekandjo, reports that this comes after the mine initially intended to carry out the retrenchments without consulting the union. Amupweya told our reporter Hertha Ekandjo from NewsOnOne that such conditions are important for a fair process, and would not have been possible had persisted with its […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link NamibiaAgriculture Ministry to Cancel Unused Stock Brands The Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform ministry through the Namibia Livestock Identification and Traceability System, has issued a notice that all unused stock brands will be cancelled by April 30. Farmers must verify and update their registrations before the deadline. Simon Nghipandulwa is the Ministry’s spokesperson. today14 February, 2025
insert_link NamibiaIllegal Fishing: 10 Caught in Restricted Area in Terrace Bay The Fisheries ministry has confirmed that 10 fishermen were caught illegally fishing in a restricted area at Terrace Bay. Among them, two are Namibians, while the rest are South African nationals. The group had already caught 18 cod before being fined a total of N$63,000. We asked Hafeni Mungungu, the Director Responsible for Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance, whether illegal fishing is prevalent in Namibia. today14 February, 2025
Business / EconomicsMPs Sound Alarm Over Exploitative Lending Practices Lawmakers in the National Assembly debated financial reforms to curb rising debt levels in Namibia, especially among civil servants. Inna Hengari from PDM criticized microlenders such as Letshego for profiting N$199 million in six months while borrowers sink deeper into financial distress. Hertha Ekandjo reports for One Africa’s NewsOnOne. today14 February, 2025
insert_link NamibiaLand Expropriation Without Compensation Proposed in Parliament A heated debate is expected in the National Assembly as LPM's Utaara Mootu tabled a motion calling for the expropriation of land from foreign absentee landlords without compensation. Mootu argues that the current resettlement policy benefits the wealthy elite, leaving many landless Namibians without access to agricultural land. The motion challenges Article 16 of the Namibian Constitution, which protects property rights, and has sparked strong reactions from various political factions. […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam NujomaSupervisor Praises Nujoma’s Dedication in Geology Master’s Thesis One of the supervisors of Founding President Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma’s Geology master’s thesis described him as a dedicated student. In an interview with Selma Taapopi from One Africa’s NewsOnOne, Dr. Gabi Schneider says she co-supervised Nujoma's thesis, titled Copper: Its Geology and Economic Impact on Development in Namibia, Zambia, and DRC. His other two supervisors were Dr. Benjamin Mapani and Professor Fred Kamona. Schneider shared this on Nujoma as […] today14 February, 2025
