insert_link Namibia Namibia and Kenya renew diplomatic relations Namibia hosted diplomatic consultations in Windhoek on Tuesday, 10 September 2024, led by Dr. Peya Mushelenga, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and Musalia Mudavadi, Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs. Notable attendees included Deputy Executive Director Sabine Böhlke-Möller from the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation and the Head of Bilateral and Cooperation. The strong relationship between Kenya and Namibia dates […] todaySeptember 10, 2024 45
insert_link Namibia China-Africa Summit: Important Impulse Partnership, Security, and Economic Evolution Opinion Piece By Josef Kefas Sheehama, independent reasecher The China-Africa Summit, held from September 4 to 6, 2024, had the subject "Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future," and was attended by 53 Heads of State and Government. Furthermore, China announced $51 billion in support to Africa over the next three years. This comprises investments in infrastructure, industrial development, and […] todaySeptember 10, 2024 39
insert_link Namibia CRAN calls for action to ensure digital safety for youth The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has called for unified efforts to ensure a safer digital environment for the youth. The Manager for Consumer Relations and Advocacy at CRAN, Hilya Mhani, highlighted several risks that children may face online, including exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online predators. She emphasized the importance of being vigilant about these dangers while still allowing young people to benefit from digital technologies. todaySeptember 9, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia Swapo Party announces electoral college results The Swapo Party convened its much-anticipated electoral college, commonly referred to as the "pot," over the weekend. Approximately 600 delegates, including members of parliament and the party's central committee, participated in the process to elect candidates for the upcoming National Assembly election scheduled for November. Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah weighed in on the electoral process, offering his opinion on the importance of the "pot" in shaping Swapo's political landscape. […] todaySeptember 9, 2024 344
insert_link Business / Economics Artificial Intelligence key to scaling clean hydrogen solutions, says NCRST boss The CEO of the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology, Professor Anicia Peters, spoke at the Global African Green Hydrogen Summit about "Climate Technology: Innovations Increasing the Scalability and Uptake of Clean Hydrogen Solutions," with a focus on artificial intelligence. todaySeptember 5, 2024 37
insert_link Business / Economics EU commits N$495 million to Namibia’s hydrogen infrastructure The European Union has announced a contribution of 25 million euros, approximately N$495 million, to support infrastructure investments for Namibia's green hydrogen agenda. The announcement was made by European Commissioner for Energy, Kadri Simson, during the Global African Hydrogen Summit in Windhoek. Separately, speaking at the summit, Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pointed to the country’s rich deposits of minerals essential for clean technologies, alongside its abundant wind and […] todaySeptember 5, 2024 44
Namibia Nampol urges firearm surrender for Africa Amnesty Month Namibia, alongside other African Union member states, is commemorating Africa Amnesty Month this September. Nampol Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga announced that the public has until 30 September 2024 to surrender any illicit or unwanted firearms, ammunition & related materials. todaySeptember 5, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Human rights lawyer criticizes reality show for privacy violations Human Rights lawyer, Bianca Boois of BB Boois Attorneys, has criticised a reality show that films intoxicated Namibians for crime prevention. Boois raised ethical and legal concerns about the show, highlighting potential violations of privacy, human dignity, and the mental health implications for the individuals involved. Boois further questioned the legality of broadcasting such footage without consent, especially when individuals are in a vulnerable state due to […] todaySeptember 5, 2024 93
insert_link Namibia NEFF wins case against Electoral Commission of Namibia The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters has won its case against the Electoral Commission of Namibia after the commission cancelled the party's registration in June. In a judgment delivered on Thursday, Judge Thomas Masuku set aside the ECN’s decision. Speaking outside the courthouse after the ruling, NEFF spokesperson Teresia Hamurenge, shared the way forward. Political Analyst, Advocate Queen Kasirua says the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters were robbed of valuable […] todaySeptember 5, 2024 39