insert_link Namibia Cuba bestows highest national honour on President Mbumba The highest decoration awarded by the Cuban State to nationals and foreigners, the José Martí Order, was presented yesterday by the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, to the President of the Republic of Namibia, H.E. Dr. Nangolo Mbumba, who is on an official visit to the island. The Cuban President presented the award during a […] todayDecember 17, 2024 7
insert_link Business / Economics Green Hydrogen programme attracts N$3.6 billion in investment The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme has taken a significant leap from concept to implementation, securing N$3.6 billion in investments. Of this, N$1.6 billion has already been injected into the economy, signaling promising growth prospects for the nation. Speaking on the progress, spokesperson Jona Musheko highlighted the programme's commitment to local empowerment and skills development. He noted that “High Iron Oshivela has installed 42,000 solar panels, with the work being carried […] todayDecember 17, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Government tightens cybersecurity following recent attacks The government has detailed its response to recent cybersecurity breaches targeting Telecom Namibia and the Ministry of Health and Social Services. Speaking at the Government Information Centre in Windhoek, Executive Director I-Ben Nashandi of the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) confirmed the government is investigating the scope of the attacks and implementing measures to prevent future incidents. Nashandi explained that initial findings indicate the breach primarily impacted information related […] todayDecember 17, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Oshana Police Launch Festive Season Operation to Combat Crime and Accidents Oshana Regional Police Commander Naftal Lungameni Sakaria highlighted a rise in accidents for the 2023/2024 financial year compared to the previous year during the launch of Operation Festive Season 2024-2025 at Oshiko. The initiative aims to strengthen crime prevention and traffic law enforcement during the festive period. Sakaria urged police officers to intensify efforts to curb crime and encouraged public cooperation in reporting suspicious activities. Here's our correspondent Maria Namupala: […] todayDecember 17, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Christmas Messages For Mothers Mariah Hamukwaya is the Video Editor at One Africa television news section. She extended this message to mothers for the festive season. Fresh FM's Breakfast Show hostess Shai_Quan chimed in with this advise: todayDecember 17, 2024 9
insert_link Business / Economics Nedbank Namibia Honors Long-Serving Employees Nedbank Namibia celebrated its annual Long-Service Award Ceremony in Windhoek, recognizing employees with service milestones ranging from 5 to 35 years. Managing Director Martha Murorua praised the dedication and loyalty of employees, acknowledging their feedback in shaping improvements like the wellness facility and Staff Banking Department. The event highlighted the bank's culture of commitment and excellence, further supporting its Employee Recognition Programme. todayDecember 17, 2024 7
insert_link Business / Economics Green Hydrogen Program Accelerates Progress Jona Musheko, spokesperson for the Namibia Green Hydrogen Program, hailed 2024 as a landmark year for the sector. He highlighted the transition from concept to implementation, with $3.6 billion in commitments and $1.6 billion already injected into Namibia's economy. In an interview with us, he added this: todayDecember 17, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics Telecom Namibia Data Breach Sparks Outcry Over Privacy Risks Prominent figures impacted by Telecom Namibia's data breach, which compromised the personal details of over 600,000 clients, raised alarm over cybersecurity lapses. Agriculture Minister Calle Schlettwein and PDM leader McHenry Venaani criticized the extensive storage of personal data by service providers, citing privacy risks. Activist Michael Amushelelo plans legal action against Telecom Namibia and has urged the CEO to step down. Concerns also extend to potential breaches of sensitive government […] todayDecember 17, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia NamWater’s Dam Bulletin Says National Dam Levels Drop to 48.7%…. NamWater has released its latest weekly dam bulletin, reporting that the total average storage across reservoirs stands at 48.7%. Key highlights include a slight drop of 3.5 million cubic meters compared to the previous week, with the Neckartal Dam maintaining the highest storage at 77.3% capacity, despite a notable decrease. Other major dams, such as Von Bach and Swakoppoort, remain under 17% capacity. todayDecember 17, 2024 10