insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Affirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare and Economic Progress President Nangolo Mbumba, represented by Deputy Prime Minister John Mutorwa, highlighted the government's focus on pro-worker policies at the Workers’ Day event in Rundu. He emphasized the importance of a national minimum wage and efforts to safeguard workers' rights. Despite economic challenges, Mbumba outlined initiatives like the United Nations Global Accelerator of Jobs and Social Protection program and the development of the Third National Employment Policy. He also mentioned the […] todayMay 2, 2024 30
Namibia Visually impaired woman rally for job inclusivity https://youtu.be/5t5HXNfOCWA By Finna Kahili via News on One A 37-year-old visually impaired Miriam Kamberipa calls for equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, citing discrimination in the job market where they are often overlooked despite having qualifications. Kamberipa, who is currently unemployed despite obtaining an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology nine years ago, also has two certificates in counselling. In 2021, Kamberipa began studying for a diploma in Early […] todayMay 2, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Home Affairs Ministry Pledges to Extend Services to Communities at Ondangwa Trade Fair The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security ministry reaffirms its dedication to bringing its services within reach of the populace, as it participates in the Ondangwa Trade and Industrial Exhibition, offering a range of services. todayMay 2, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Parliament introduces distinctive vehicle registration plates https://youtu.be/vqDFfPtxJkM By Josia Shigwedha The National Council and National Assembly have jointly launched new vehicle registration number plates today in Windhoek. The vehicles that belong to the parliament will be easily identified by a green vehicle registration plate displaying the abbreviation LNA for Legislature National Assembly and LNC for Legislature National Council. Delivering a keynote address at the unveiling of the new registration number plates, the speaker of […] todayMay 2, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Project Walk With Me Commences Ray Sasman is currently walking from Noordoewer to Kazungula border post in the Zambezi region on her campaign passionately named "Walk With Me". Sasman took some time out on this lengthy trip to speak with us. todayMay 2, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia Failure to address the unemployment crisis could lead to a significant loss of votes for the Popular Democratic Movement in the upcoming elections Amid economic difficulties exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Namibian households grapple with rising fuel prices and electricity tariffs. Josef Kefas Sheehama, an expert in socioeconomic trends, offers his perspective from his role as an Independent Business and Economics Researcher. todayMay 2, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Households Grapple with Soaring Fuel and Electricity Costs Amid Economic Strain Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Urges Action for Unemployment to be declared as a crisis. With Namibia standing at close to 60% of persons between 18 and 34 being unemployed, political analyst Wade Henckert weighs in on what this means if the official opposition Popular Democratic Movement does not push for it to be declared a national crisis before elections? todayMay 2, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Best of Namibia 2024 Awards Nominations Open Namibia Future Media Holdings and Venture Media Publications have jointly declared the commencement of the nominations phase for the esteemed Best of Namibia 2024 awards. This nationwide initiative aims to honor businesses and organizations that play a significant role in driving Namibia's prosperity. All Namibians are encouraged to participate in the nomination process, which exclusively unfolds online at bestofnam.com. Gary Stroebel, the Chief Executive of Future Media. todayMay 2, 2024 205
insert_link Namibia Belgium’s King Yet to Address Namibia’s Concerns Over G7 Diamond Ban King Philippe of Belgium has yet to respond to President Nangolo Mbumba's concerns about the G7's ban on importing non-industrial diamonds from Russia. Mbumba highlighted the adverse effects this ban would have on Namibia's diamond trade, as well as its impact on other African diamond-producing nations like Botswana and Angola. The ban could increase costs and hinder trade, posing a significant threat to these countries' economies. Namibia, a major diamond […] todayMay 2, 2024 25