insert_link Business / Economics Cleanergy to build ammonia pipeline at Walvis Bay by 2029 “What is missing is that pipeline that needs to be a link between the vessel and the plant where the green ammonia is exported.” Cleanergy Solutions will construct an ammonia pipeline and terminal at Walvis Bay to support green fuel exports. The project is scheduled for completion in 2029. Namport has allocated land for the development and is investing in supporting infrastructure. Cleanergy has committed €3 billion to scale up […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia MTC launches eSIM service MTC has officially launched its Electronic SIM (eSIM) service, extending its availability beyond just customers traveling abroad. The launch took place on Friday and was officiated by Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus. Minister Theofelus highlighted that adopting eSIM technology is a key step toward achieving secure, seamless, and universal connectivity across Namibia. MTC spokesperson Erasmus Nekundi added that the service allows users to activate mobile connectivity without […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Grade three learner overcomes disability to inspire others During Heritage Week, which is held annually and often falls in September from 16 to 22 September 2025, a grade three learner at Liberty Heritage School in Ongwediva, Peyaouwa Sagaria, born with only one hand, has turned his physical disability into a story of courage. Sagaria has learned to manage daily activities using only his left hand, and he actively participates in sports and creates art. Despite his disability, he […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia NUST to Lead €2 Million IGNITE green hydrogen project The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will lead the €2 million IGNITE Green Hydrogen Project, officially signed at the Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) during a high-level European Union visit to Namibia. The EU delegation was led by Commissioner for International Partnerships H.E. Jozef Síkela. It included Mr. Barry Andrews, Chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on Development, along with eight senior committee members and the […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia PDM releases list of regional councillor candidates By: Staff Reporter The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has announced the candidates who will represent the party at the upcoming regional election set for November. This was announced in a press statement signed by the party secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe on Thursday. “We further wish to inform the media and the public that there are constituencies where the democratic process is still underway,” he said. Ngaringombe said the names of […] today20 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Psychiatrist calls for prioritisation of mental health infrastructure By: Selma Taapopi A senior psychiatrist at the Windhoek Mental Health Centre, Dr Hileni Ndjaba, has stressed the urgent need to strengthen Namibia’s mental health infrastructure. She identified the shortage of facilities as a major barrier to accessing psychiatric care, calling for mental health services and infrastructure to be treated as a national priority in the fight against suicide. Dr Ndjaba pointed out the lack of social and family support […] today20 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia More than 98% of babies born by HIV-positive mothers test negative By: Selma Taapopi Namibia has made strides in the prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B from mothers to their babies. Health Minister Esperance Luvindao said HIV transmission dropped by 70% since the early 2000s, with more than 98% of babies born to HIV-positive mothers now testing negative. Namibia has made significant progress in preventing the transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B from mothers to […] today19 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia Institute of Pathology invests in specialist training Namibia Institute of Pathology (Photo: NIP) The Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP) has supported more than 200 students through internships and graduate programmes since 2021, investing over N$3 million in their development. NIP has also partnered with the University of Namibia (UNAM), Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), and the MTC National Internship Programme to strengthen specialist training in the country. NIP Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, Niita […] today17 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Inflation Drops to 3.2% in August Simonis Storm office, Windhoek The annual inflation eased to 3.2% in August, compared to 4.4% in the same month last year and 3.5% in July. The August figure is the lowest recorded so far in 2025. The main contributor to inflation was food and non-alcoholic beverages. Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen said the slowdown reflects easing price pressures but cautioned that household budgets remain under strain. today17 September, 2025
