insert_link Health / Medical MoHSS working towards PPP in renovation of nurses’ homes Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), Ben Nangombe, on Monday said that the government is working towards a Private Public Partnership (PPP) in the renovation process of the Windhoek Central nurses' home. Nangombe, in a recent interview with Nampa, said the commencement of the possible collaboration with the private sector for the renovations has begun, and could however not further disclose the possible private partner’s […] todayDecember 19, 2023 11
insert_link Namibia MODVA warns against scammers The Ministry of Defence and Veterans affairs (MODVA) has cautioned war veterans about a fraudulent scheme involving individuals presenting themselves as ministry officials, specifically targeting veterans of the National Liberation struggle for their banking details. The ministry said in a press statement issued on Monday that the scammers are claiming to pay out pending individual veteran projects. The ministry’s Head of Public Relations, Petrus Shalumbu, has since urged veterans […] todayDecember 19, 2023 7
insert_link Namibia Namibia Breweries launches ‘Take a Second’ campaign Namibia Breweries Limited has launched its yearly awareness campaign called "Take a Second." The initiative, as explained by Corporate Affairs Manager Surihe Gaomas-Guchu, aims to encourage positive changes in societal views on alcohol consumption. todayDecember 18, 2023 47
insert_link Namibia Erongo prepares for festive season with safety operation Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope participated in the "Festive Season Operation" in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, by joining the Namibian Police and the neighborhood watch as they prepared for the influx of visitors during the festive season. todayDecember 18, 2023 35
insert_link Health / Medical Ministry of Health warns against misinformation on global health regulations Ministry of Health, and Social Services Executive Director, Ben Nangombe says the ministry appreciates public interest in the Global Pandemic Convention and changes to the 2005 International Health Regulations. He however warned against misinformation. todayDecember 18, 2023 27
insert_link Namibia Namibian delegation attends seminar on peace and security in Algeria Penda Naanda, the Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, is leading the Namibian Delegation to the 10th High-Level Seminar on Peace and Security in Africa. The event, themed "Celebrating 10 Years of Progress and Cooperation: A Decade of Transformation and Innovation, reaching new heights together," is taking place in Oran, Algeria, from December 17 to 18, 2023. todayDecember 18, 2023 11
insert_link Business / Economics The Bank of Namibia considers banking sector resilience buffer The Bank of Namibia is considering adding a counter-cyclical capital buffer to improve resilience in the banking sector. This buffer, a macroprudential policy tool, recognises the dynamics of financial markets and economic activity. Its purpose is to strengthen banks against potential losses during economic stress periods. BoN Governor Johannes !Gawaxab says the central bank will begin consultations with the industry regarding the buffer's implementation. todayDecember 18, 2023 9
insert_link Namibia Namibia implements visas on arrival Travelers to Namibia via the Katima Mulilo, Ngoma, and Impalila border posts in the Zambezi Region can now obtain visas upon arrival. Some countries without diplomatic representation in Namibia no longer require prior visa applications for entry or transit. The Ministry of Home Affairs advocates electronic transfers for visa payments to enhance financial transaction management instead of cash payments. Visas upon arrival apply to diplomatic, official, and ordinary passport holders. […] todayDecember 18, 2023 18
insert_link Namibia Erongo region’s roadblocks spots traffic infringements over the weekend The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund collected over N$1.6 million for the Festive Road Safety Campaign, which began on November 17 and extends until January 15. Several corporate entities pledged these funds, aiming to support road safety measures and ultimately decrease road fatalities. Providing an update on this weekend's activities in Erongo is Sydney Boois from the Roads Authority. todayDecember 18, 2023 20
