insert_link Business / Economics German and Namibian delegates discuss second hydrogen plant with President Nangolo Mbumba Special Envoy for German-Namibian climate and energy relations, Rainer Baake, and Presidential Advisor and Hydrogen Commissioner, James Mnyupe, have visited President Nangolo Mbumba at State House this morning to discuss the possibility of establishing another hydrogen plant in Opuwo following a HyIron tour. Here’s Baake. James Mnyupe says that the government has identified the area's potential for hydroelectric facilities. todayApril 24, 2024 36
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Police Chief Raises Alarm Over Public Possession of Dangerous Weapons Chief Inspector Katrina Naukushu of the Windhoek City Police expressed concern over the discovery of various dangerous weapons among the public during recent patrols. These weapons, including knives, pangas, and scissors, were confiscated, prompting Naukushu to emphasize the legal restrictions and potential harm associated with carrying such items. She urged individuals to refrain from carrying weapons for protection and advised them to turn to law enforcement in dangerous situations. Naukushu […] todayApril 24, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Commissioner Applauds Progress at Daures Green Hydrogen Village James Mnyupe, Namibia's Green Hydrogen Commissioner, has praised the progress achieved at the Daures Green Hydrogen Village, situated in the Erongo Region. As the country's pioneering green hydrogen initiative, the project is set to commence production of green hydrogen, ammonia, and green tomatoes by July. Mnyupe announced on Monday that the success of the Daures project will be highlighted at the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, Netherlands, […] todayApril 24, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Bank of Namibia supports Namibian police with special operations vehicle donation The Bank of Namibia donated a special operations vehicle to the Namibian Police Force at an official handover ceremony on Tuesday, 23 April 2024. The donation, received by the Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, underscored the strong partnership between the two institutions and their shared commitment to enhancing public safety and security. The Namibian Police Force has been a crucial ally to […] todayApril 24, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia NDTC Marks Remarkable Performance with Over 2.3 Million Carats Handled in 2023 During a media briefing on the company's 2023 financial year achievements, NDTC CEO Brent Eiseb disclosed that despite a substantial rise in carat intake from Namdeb holdings, exceeding 2.3 million carats, NDTC has managed to upscale its staff by 13% to meet the demand, particularly in diamond sorting and valuation. This success comes amid the commissioning of the Benguela Gem diamond recovery vessels in 2022, driving the surge in carat […] todayApril 24, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Diamond industry growing, despite new industry players https://youtu.be/F8LsNudVJcY By Josia Shigwedha, via News on One With emerging industries in the energy sector such as oil and gas, the diamond industry’s position as a key contributor towards the growth of the sector and economy could be at stake. But this may not be the case as the Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC) Chief Executive Officer, Brent Eiseb, stated that the intake of the precious gemstones for […] todayApril 24, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Local Political Analyst Reflects on Media’s Crucial Role in Namibian Elections Amidst Broadcast Disputes Wade Henckert, a local political analyst, offered insights into the potential ramifications on Namibia's electoral dynamics if broadcasters were to cease transmissions due to disputes, particularly concerning the imminent 2024 elections. todayApril 24, 2024 29
insert_link Namibia Launch of First Fatty Oils Export Guide for MSMEs in Collaboration with German Agency The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, alongside the German Agency for International Cooperation Namibia, unveiled the inaugural Namibia Fatty Oils Export Guide for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. Gerold Dreyer, MSME Market Access and Export Promotion Consultant at NIPDB, introduced the initiative. todayApril 24, 2024 51
insert_link Namibia Namibia Diamond Trading Company CEO Proposes Initiatives to Boost Diamond Jewelry Sector During a strategic briefing in Windhoek, CEO Brent Eiseb of the Namibia Diamond Trading Company announced plans to enhance Namibia's diamond jewellery sector. Eiseb highlighted the scarcity of institutions offering courses in diamond jewellery design and proposed initiatives such as supporting talent development programs, facilitating internships, and providing resources for computer-aided design training. todayApril 24, 2024 23