insert_link Namibia National Assembly affirms support of Saharawi people The National Assembly has condemned Morocco’s ongoing violation of the Saharawi people’s right to self-determination. Speaking in the National Assembly on Wednesday, Member of Parliament Patience Masua, according to the Namibia Press Agency, called on the international community to uphold the principle of justice and decolonisation by actively supporting the Sahrawi people's struggle for independence. todayApril 17, 2024 25
insert_link Business / Economics Uranium One completes 50% of exploration drilling in Leonardville Uranium One, a Russian state-owned company that specialises in uranium exploration, mining, and processing has started exploration drilling in Leonardville. Aldo Hengari, the Director of Operations at Uranium One says 50 percent of the work is done. According to the World Nuclear Association, Namibia has some of the largest uranium-producing mines in the world. These include Uranium One, Husab, and Rössing. In 2022 Kazakhstan produced the largest share of uranium […] todayApril 17, 2024 92
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia holds repo rate at 7.75% The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Namibia has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7.75 percent, with the prime lending rate holding steady at 11.50 percent. This is the second monetary policy announcement by BoN this year. Governor of the Bank Johannes !Gawaxab. Governor !Gawaxab highlighted that risks to the domestic economic outlook have remained broadly unchanged since the previous MPC meeting, although the conflict in […] todayApril 17, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia Oluno Correctional Service Recognizes Community Advisory Committee In recognition of the valuable contribution to the Namibian Correctional Service, the Oluno Correctional Service awarded Certificates of Appreciation to the Oluno Correctional Facility Community Advisory Committee. Our Northern correspondent Maria Namupala interviewed Commissioner-General of the Namibian Correctional Service Raphael Hamunyela. todayApril 17, 2024 108
insert_link Namibia Lüderitz Mayor Highlights Diverse Opportunities in Energy Sectors Lüderitz Mayor Phillippus Balhao emphasized that the oil, gas, and renewable energy industries offer extensive opportunities extending beyond government revenues. Addressing the Namibia Local Content Conference, Balhao underscored the potential for new economic sectors if these industries are managed wisely. He stressed the ongoing efforts to refine Namibia's local content policy framework, aiming for broad stakeholder engagement to empower Namibians in these sectors through training, job creation, and enterprise development. todayApril 17, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia South African Transport Minister Extends Best Wishes to Namibia and Botswana for Upcoming National Elections During the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Memorandum of Understanding between South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana for the Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat, Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga conveyed warm regards to Namibia and Botswana as they prepare for their respective National elections later this year. Chikunga, speaking through a representative, expressed confidence in South Africa's own electoral process, assuring the neighboring countries of free and fair elections. She emphasized South Africa's […] todayApril 17, 2024 51
insert_link Namibia Another heavy defeat for the Brave 5’s 𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄! Namibia (The Brave 5s) suffered another heavy defeat at the hands of Libya. The game went at halftime 3-3, but Libya were ruthless in the 2nd half, scoring 8 goals and Namibia scoring 2 taking the final score to 11-5. This is unfortunately the end of the Brave5s debut Futsal AFCON 2024 campaign, finishing bottom of the group with 0 wins, 0 points, 12 goals scored, 27 […] todayApril 17, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Specialist Sheds Light on Rare Bleeding Disorder on World Hemophilia Day On World Hemophilia Day, April 17, it's crucial to shed light on rare bleeding disorders like haemophilia. Dr. Honest Dewa, a specialist physician and clinical haematologist, brings forth invaluable insights into this condition prevalent in Namibia. Haemophilia, a rare genetic disorder, affects approximately 1 in 10,000 individuals in Namibia. todayApril 17, 2024 28
Namibia Katutura Residents Challenge City of Windhoek’s Financial Policies In a bold move to confront what they perceive as unfair and discriminatory practices by the City of Windhoek, members of the Katutura Central Residents Committee took decisive action and met with the Ombudsman. Led by activist Shaun Gariseb, the residents directly challenged the city's leadership over their handling of financial matters, particularly regarding the recent "Swakopmund" S&T conference. todayApril 17, 2024 46