insert_link Business / Economics Ministry Of Health Issues Urgent Recall of Instant Maize Porridge The Health ministry has ordered a recall of certain batches of vanilla-flavored instant maize porridge produced in the country. This decision follows the deaths of three children in South Africa's East Cape Province, reportedly linked to the product. Executive Director Ben Nangombe has advised the public to refrain from consuming the porridge until investigations are finalized. todayOctober 8, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Agriculture Ministry Tackles Water Supply Crisis in Oshikoto Region The Agriculture, Water and Land Reform ministry is addressing critical water supply issues in the Oshikoto Region, impacting over 300 villages and public institutions in Eengodi, Okankolo, Omuthiya, Omuntele, and Nehale Lya Mpingana. The ministry is working with regional stakeholders to implement immediate and sustainable solutions to restore water access. Here's minister Carl Herman Schlettwein. todayOctober 8, 2024 47
insert_link Namibia Fact-Checking Coalition Launched Ahead of November 2024 Elections As the November elections approach in an increasingly competitive political environment, several media outlets and civil society organisations are collaborating to establish a fact-checking coalition. Supported by funding from the Google News Initiative, this effort aims to help voters critically evaluate information and make well-informed choices.Frederico Links from Namibia fact check. todayOctober 8, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Mass Housing Development Programme Faces Major Delays The government’s Mass Housing Development Programme is experiencing significant setbacks, with progress visible at only three out of 21 project sites, though none are fully completed. During a recent site visit to Otjomuise Extension 10, the Urban and Rural Development minister, Erastus Uutoni revealed that 362 housing units remain uncompleted. In Opuwo, 24 houses are still unfinished, while Swakopmund, which initially had 505 uncompleted units, now has 186 remaining after […] todayOctober 8, 2024 9
insert_link Business / Economics Roland Brown weighs in on Hydrogen hype with Gary Stroebel Cirrus Capital Co-Founder Roland Brown recently published an insightful article titled "Hydrogen Hype: Balancing the Equation," where he examines the growing excitement around hydrogen as a potential energy source. In an interview with Future Media CEO Gary Stroebel, Brown delves into the critical aspects of the hydrogen economy, offering a balanced perspective on its promises and challenges. Listen to the full interview: https://shorturl.at/tvjhR todayOctober 7, 2024 32
insert_link Business / Economics Access Bank Namibia Limited Receives Provisional License from Bank of Namibia The Bank of Namibia has issued a provisional license to Access Bank Namibia Limited, allowing the bank to start preparations for its banking operations in the country. Kazembire Zemburuka, the BoN Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, confirmed that this authorization, granted under Section 12(5) of the Banking Institutions Act, 2023, took effect on 4 October 2024 and is valid for six months. During this period, the bank is […] todayOctober 7, 2024 35
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Council Takes Action Amid Severe Drought In response to the severe drought impacting Windhoek, the Municipal Council is enacting temporary measures to decrease irrigation in public gardens and green spaces. Cillie Kapolo from the City: todayOctober 7, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia All Peoples Party Deputy President Linus Muchila Confirms Party’s Vitality Linus Muchila, deputy president of the All Peoples Party, affirmed that the party is alive and well, dismissing recent rumors of its decline. He made this statement during the launch of the party's manifesto on Saturday in Rundu. In a separate event, the Popular Democratic Movement conducted its electoral college at the Gateway Centre in Windhoek. Here’s Manuel Ngaringombe, the party’s spokesperson: In the interim, the Republican Party's Henk Mudge […] todayOctober 7, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics MTC Launches Mobile Financial Service to Boost Financial Inclusion Mobile Telecommunications Limited has introduced MTC Maris, a new mobile financial service aimed at serving over 50% of Namibians without access to traditional banking. The Brief reports that the service enables users to send, receive, and manage money via mobile phones, promoting financial inclusion. MTC's Chief Human Capital, Corporate Affairs, and Marketing Officer, Tim Ekandjo, highlighted that MTC Maris will complement existing banking services, offering more options for users. todayOctober 7, 2024 19