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Namibia Takes Part in UNESCO Education Commission

Namibia is participating in UNESCO’s Education Commission at the 43rd General, alongside ministers and policymakers from around the world. The Commission is reviewing global progress toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4, which focuses on inclusive and equitable quality education. Discussions have focused on preparing young people for a rapidly changing world, expanding access to early childhood education, and strengthening technical and vocational training. Namibia reaffirmed its commitment to skills development, innovation, […]

4 November, 2025

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Windhoek to Break Ground on Second Waste Buyback Centre

The City of Windhoek, in partnership with the European Union and its sister city Bremen, will host the official ground-breaking ceremony for the second Waste Buyback Centre today. The event takes place at the Okuryangava Satellite Waste Disposal Facility. The new centre aims to promote recycling, waste reduction, and community participation in sustainable waste management. Here is the City's spokesperson, Harold Akwenye.

4 November, 2025

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Data Sparks Namibia 2025 Showcases Innovation Through Data

Namibia is embracing data as a powerful driver of innovation and change. This week, the Data Sparks Namibia 2025 event will bring together experts, developers, and decision-makers to explore how data can solve real-world challenges from climate monitoring and disaster response to improving education and connectivity. Co-hosted by the Namibia Statistics Agency and Development Workshop Namibia, the two-day event takes place at the Mövenpick Hotel in Windhoek on the 4th and 5th […]

4 November, 2025

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Government Engages Businesses on AfCFTA Opportunities

The Ministries of International Relations and Trade, together with Mines and Energy, hosted a business engagement in Omuthiya to promote Namibia’s integration into the African Continental Free Trade Area. The meeting aimed to identify export opportunities, address business challenges, and align policies to boost Namibia’s participation in continental trade. Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi urged local producers to seize untapped opportunities and meet the required standards to access wider markets. Oshikoto […]

4 November, 2025

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Bank Windhoek and CPBN sign financial-wellness-led workplace banking MoU

By: Hertha Ekandjo Bank Windhoek and the Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) on Friday, formalised a strategic partnership that focuses on expanding Bank Windhoek’s signature financial wellness-led workplace banking initiative, which is designed to bring banking services directly to the workplace. This initiative aims to make financial services more accessible, personal, and impactful for CPBN employees. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing financial wellness-led workplace banking solutions […]

3 November, 2025

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IPC calls on SADC to condemn political repression in Tanzania

By: Josia Shigwedha Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has called on the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to speak up against what it terms as ‘systematic repression’ of political opposition in Tanzania. In a media statement issued by the party’s national spokesperson, Imms Nashinge urged the SADC organ on politics,defence, and security to break their silence, and publicly condemn the actions of the Tanzania government, and dispatch a high-level delegation […]

3 November, 2025

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Namibia Launches Employment Impact Assessment Tool

Namibia has launched the Employment Impact Assessment, a new tool to measure how national policies affect job creation, job quality, and social inclusion. The initiative forms part of the UN’s Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection, providing government and partners with technical support to build stronger systems for policy implementation and evaluation. This event brought together policymakers and experts and discussed how EmpIA can drive more inclusive and sustainable […]

3 November, 2025

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NMT Media Foundation Marks Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists

The NMT Media Foundation has marked the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, reaffirming that “Journalism is Not a Crime.” The Foundation honoured journalists killed or silenced in places like Gaza, Sudan, and the DRC, calling their deaths deliberate attacks on truth and accountability. It also warned of the rise in AI-driven gender-based violence targeting women journalists and urged stronger protection measures. A public webinar titled “Silencing the Messenger: How […]

3 November, 2025

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Fuel Prices Remain Unchanged for November

The Ministry of Industrialisation, Mines, and Energy has announced that fuel prices will remain unchanged for November. Petrol will stay at N$20.37 per litre, while Diesel 50ppm and Diesel 10ppm will remain at N$19.92 and N$20.02 per litre, respectively. The ministry added that the National Energy Fund will continue to support the adjustment in the industry margin. Here is Simonis Storm economist, Almandro Jansen.

3 November, 2025