insert_link Namibia Economic Researcher Investigates High-Speed Railway Connection Feasibility and Impacts between Windhoek and Okahandja In a recent interview, Joseph Sheehama, a researcher in business and economics, provided his expert insights on a posible high-speed railway connection linking Windhoek to Okahandja and Windhoek to Rehoboth. Leveraging his expertise in economic development and infrastructure, Sheehama delved into the potential effects on employment, economic growth, and the overall feasibility of these ambitious projects. today4 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Empowering Southern Namibia: Basic Income Grant Coalition talks Community Engagement and Awareness Claudius Riruako, a representative of the Basic Income Grant Coalition, shared more with Future Media News regarding the coalition's recent mission in Southern Namibia. The primary objectives include active community engagement, raising awareness about the Basic Income Grant, and decentralizing efforts to positively impact more lives. today4 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Poverty Deepens in Namibia as Elections Approach, with 1.7 Million Out of 2.8 Million Affected Speaking at the ANC's manifesto launch in the Northern Cape, secretary Fikile Mbalula affirms the ruling party's dedication to reducing the cost of living and addressing hunger in the country. Similar sentiments are echoed in Namibia by the SWAPO party-led government, as the nation approaches a concerning statistic of 1.7 million out of 2.8 million people living in poverty. Here's Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya, a Local Political Analyst. today4 March, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Basic Income Grant Coalition’s South Visit: Advocating for Social Well-being and Rights In a recent interview with Claudius Riruako, a dedicated member of the Basic Income Grant Coalition, the focus was on the coalition's recent visit to the south of Namibia. The purpose of this trip was to engage with communities, spread awareness about the Basic Income Grant, and decentralize their efforts to touch more lives. Trip Highlights The coalition, in collaboration with university students from institutions such as UNAM, NAST, and […] today4 March, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Business and Economics Researcher Joseph Sheehama Discusses the Viability of High-Speed Railways in Namibia In a recent interview, renowned business and economics researcher Joseph Sheehama shared his insights on the proposed high-speed railway connections between Windhoek and Okahandja, as well as Windhoek and Rehoboth. As an expert in economic development and infrastructure, Sheehama addressed the potential impact on employment, economic growth, and the overall feasibility of such projects. The Importance of Infrastructure Development: Sheehama emphasized the crucial role of infrastructure development in fostering economic […] today4 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Ministries Collaborate to Establish Special Economic Zones for Industrial Growth In a strategic collaboration between the Finance and Public Enterprises and Industrialisation and Trade ministries, Namibia is gearing up to establish Special Economic Zones aimed at fostering competitive industrial development. Finance Minister Ipumbu Shiimi announced that participants in these zones will enjoy a favorable corporate income tax rate of 20%, along with standard deductions for capital allowances and zero-rated VAT within the designated areas. Theo Klein, an economist from Oxford […] today4 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Minister Kawana Addresses Investigative Challenges: Over 4,000 Cases Pending Nationwide Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Albert Kawana, disclosed that 4,377 cases are currently under investigation by the Namibian Police nationwide. Speaking in parliament, Kawana attributed the delays in solving these cases to a lack of resources and manpower. Financial constraints, shortage of personnel, and logistical challenges were highlighted as the primary obstacles. The highest number of unsolved cases is in Khomas, totaling 2,736, followed by Oshana with […] today4 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Persistent Withdrawal of Gender-Based Violence Cases Raises Alarm for Namibian Police Chief Inspector Ileni Shapumba, the Unit Commander for Community Policing in Erongo, Namibia, expresses deep concern over the ongoing trend of complainants withdrawing gender-based violence cases. Despite repeated police advisories that such cases should only be withdrawn in court, Shapumba highlights the disconcerting occurrence. The worry intensifies as two repeat offenders, previously involved in murder and attempted murder cases in Okombahe and Swakopmund, are reportedly released from custody following the […] today4 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia SWAPO’s Politburo Backs Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Presidential Candidate SWAPO's politburo has officially endorsed Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the current vice president, as the ruling party's presidential candidate for the upcoming November presidential and National Assembly elections. Here's Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya with his opinion. today1 March, 2024
