insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission of Namibia Gears Up for General Registration of Voters and Elections The Electoral Commission of Namibia is making arrangements for the upcoming General Registration of Voters and the November Presidential and National Assembly Elections. As a part of this preparation, the ECN will conduct training sessions for Supervisors of Registration/Returning Officers. Approximately 150 candidates are expected to attend these training sessions. today19 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Bank of Namibia Honored for Transparency at Central Banking Awards The Bank of Namibia has received the prestigious transparency award at the annual Central Banking Awards, organized by Central Banking Publications. This recognition celebrates outstanding performance within the central banking community. Naufiku Hamunime, the Acting Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations at the Bank, shares insights on this achievement. today19 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics International Air Transport Association Reports Strong Start for Global Passenger Demand in January 2024 The International Air Transport Association has unveiled data for the January 2024 global passenger demand, signaling a robust beginning for the year. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers, surged by 16.6%. International demand experienced a notable increase of 20.8%, while domestic demand saw a solid rise of 10.4%. Linden Birns, IATA's Public and Media Relations Advisor, shares further insights. today19 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy Research Releases Budget Review, Highlights Economic Progress The Institute for Public Policy Research has published its budget review, offering insights into key aspects of the current economic landscape and government spending. In its assessment, the IPPR recognized a resurgence in steady economic growth, accompanied by an increase in income levels. Executive Director Graham Hopwood shares further insights. today19 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Transparency Concerns Lead to Suspension of National Youth Council Executive Director Certain members of the representative council of the National Youth Council have voiced demands for transparency from the NYC board after a mid-way halt of an RC meeting in Ondangwa over the weekend. The meeting was abruptly called off due to the failure of NYC's executive director, Calista Schwartz-Gowases, to provide the minutes of the previous RC meeting. Following these grievances and others, Schwartz-Gowases was suspended. This was followed by […] today19 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Nande, Walters win Nedbank for Good Series opener Likius Nande and Cehesta Walters emerged victorious in the first round of the 2024 Nedbank for Good Series, which took place last Saturday, 16 March at the Omeya Golf Club. A total of 112 players, 100 men and 12 women, took part in the series opener whose aim is to raise funds for Agra ProVision. Agra Provision aims to train, service, and support underserved agricultural communities by fostering […] today19 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Karasburg Council suspended over mismanagement Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni, has suspended all seven councillors at the Karasburg Town Council with immediate effect due to persistent shortcomings in strategic direction, leadership, and accountability, among other reasons. The minister further accused the town council of dismissing the substantive CEO and other staff members without following due processes. today18 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Eises not happy about teachers’ ‘side hustles’ The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC) director in the Oshikoto Region, Aletta Eises is concerned about the rising trend of teachers conducting their personal business during school hours. Eises during the Oshikoto regional life skills workshop in Omuthiya on Monday said that in most cases, teachers spend school time on their social media platforms marketing their side hustles. She said teachers have minimal time for investing […] today18 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Affirms Namibia’s Commitment to International Partnerships and Economic Development President Nangolo Mbumba stated on Friday that the Namibian government will continue to foster stronger partnerships with nations and institutions to enhance skills and expertise within the country. Speaking at the traditional New Year’s greeting to diplomats at State House, Mbumba emphasized the government's commitment to attracting investments in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, and green hydrogen. Earlier that day, Mbumba received letters of credence from new heads of […] today18 March, 2024
