insert_link 3 Business / Economics Oxford Economics Africa Economist Explores Key Drivers Influencing Namibia’s Inflation Economist Theo Klein from Oxford Economics Africa in South Africa examines the impact of specific macro and microeconomic factors on Namibia's inflation rate. Delving into the intricacies of these influences, Klein sheds light on the dynamics shaping the country's inflation landscape. todayFebruary 16, 2024 27 3
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy Research Warns Low Election Turnout Looms Unless Namibian Youth Engage in Politics The Institute for Public Policy Research cautions that Namibia may experience low election turnout unless young people are encouraged to take an interest in politics. IPPR's executive director, Graham Hopwood, highlighted the potential strong influence of young voters on this year's election outcome but notes a current perception that many do not view voting as significant. Affirmative Repositioning's Job Amupanda wieghs in. todayFebruary 16, 2024 46
insert_link Namibia African Union Declares 2024 as the Year of Education with Focus on Foundational Learning The African Union designates 2024 as the Year of Education, centered around the theme "Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century." Emphasizing foundational learning as a top priority, the AU addresses the critical issue of nine out of ten African children struggling to read for meaning by the age of 10, deeming it an unprecedented learning crisis. Dr. Aune Victor, UNICEF Namibia Education Specialist, is actively participating in the […] todayFebruary 16, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Ohangwena Regional Council Chair Addresses Urgent Shelter Crisis After Severe Weather Erickson Ndawanifwa, Chairperson of the Ohangwena Regional Council, awaits a report from councillors on the aftermath of strong winds and hail that displaced hundreds of Endola villagers over the weekend. Many residents are now seeking refuge in neighbors' homes. Ndawanifwa has directed councillors in the affected constituencies to assess the damage and compile a report, paving the way for potential assistance and solutions to address the urgent shelter needs of […] todayFebruary 16, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Nedbank and AMT mobile planetarium school excursions commence The UNAM/Africa Millimetre Telescope (AMT) programme began late last month with school excursions in Windhoek to provide hands-on astronomical education and inspire young minds in the field of astrophysics and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). The UNAM/AMT Mobile Planetarium is an inflatable, interactive facility designed to bring the wonders of the cosmos directly to learners in Namibia. Senior AMT team member Emmy Iiyambo told Nampa on Thursday […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 55
insert_link Namibia Colleagues and Associates Fondly Remember Late President Hage Geingob as a Mentor and Talent Discoverer Individuals who closely collaborated with the late President Hage Geingob, dating back to his tenure as Prime Minister, offered heartfelt tributes, portraying the former Statesman as a mentor with a keen eye for discovering talent. During a memorial service held last night, attendees celebrated Geingob's legacy as Namibia's inaugural Prime Minister, spanning from 1990 to 2002, and his subsequent term from 2012 to 2015. Gratitude abounded for his unwavering […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 1
insert_link Namibia Ondonga Traditional Authority Raises Alarm Over Unaddressed Hazards of B1 Road Borrow Pits The Ondonga Traditional Authority is expressing growing concern about the escalating number of unrehabilitated borrow pits along the B1 road. At a recent Omuthiya Constituency workshop, OTA representative Martin Elago underscored the imminent threats these sand mining pits pose to both human and animal safety. Elago urged companies awarding tenders to enforce strict adherence to safety rules, particularly focusing on the urgent need for rehabilitation measures in construction projects to […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Gobabis Local Authority Councillor Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault on Schoolboy A Gobabis local authority councillor was arrested following accusations of sexually molesting a 19-year-old schoolboy at the town. The incident reportedly occurred at the Omaheke governor's office, where the suspect allegedly instructed the victim to follow him to a toilet, leading to the alleged assault. The councillor is scheduled to appear in the Gobabis Magistrate’s Court, with investigations ongoing. todayFebruary 15, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Job Amupanda Seeks Adjustments to Lawsuit Against Red Line Job Amupanda, leader of the Affirmative Repositioning movement, aims to revise his lawsuit filed nearly three years ago to challenge Namibia's veterinary cordon fence. Despite opposition, Amupanda faces objections from five defendants as he seeks adjustments to his claim in the High Court. Amupanda expands on the latest. todayFebruary 15, 2024 36