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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Namibia

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Namibia to Host Inaugural Global African Hydrogen Summit in September

From 3rd to 5th September, Namibia will host the Global African Hydrogen Summit, the first platform dedicated to unlocking green energy opportunities for African governments. The three-day event will focus on attracting critical investments and financing into bankable green energy projects, promoting Namibia's green hydrogen sector, and positioning Africa as a global green energy hub. Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupes on expectations:  

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Letshego Namibia Reports Strong First-Half Financial Performance with 16% Profit Increase

Letshego Holdings Namibia, encompassing Letshego Bank and Letshego Micro Financial Services, has announced impressive financial results for the first half of 2024. The company achieved a 16% increase in profit after tax, reaching N$199 million, and a 14% rise in total revenue, largely due to a 21% growth in interest income. Notable achievements include a successful social listing on the Namibian Stock Exchange and a significant rise in customer deposits. […]

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Paralympics get underway in Paris with opening ceremony

The 2024 Paralympics get underway on Wednesday in Paris with the opening ceremony. There will be 549 gold medals across 22 sports awarded over the next 12 days in the French capital - with the same iconic Olympic venues being used for Paralympic events.     Athletes from Namibia, including Ananias Shikongo, Johannes Nambala, Lahja Ishitile, Chris Kinda, and Petrus Karuli, will compete at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games from August […]

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Media Ombudsman releases election monitoring report

The office of the Media Ombudsman, in collaboration with its partners, has released the findings from the recently launched 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections Media Monitoring Report. The report includes media coverage from June to July 2024. Media Ombudsman, Dr John Nakuta.       The report suggests that having manifestos ready early—ideally by January—could create better engagement with the media and ensure more comprehensive coverage. The report also […]

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Green Hydrogen Commissioner gives a progress update

Namibia's green hydrogen plans have attracted interest from several countries, including European nations. At a press conference in Windhoek on Wednesday, Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe gave an update on the progress of these projects.     Mnyupe said that Namibia is currently developing about eight green hydrogen projects that are at various stages. Among these, the Daures project is nearing completion, with expectations to finalise by the end of […]

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Health Executive Director gives update on Mpox testing capacity

Following the announcement by the Ministry of Health and Social Services that, as of 26 August 2024, public and private health facilities have collectively tested 18 patients for Mpox, with 15 cases testing negative and three still awaiting results, we asked Executive Director Ben Nangombe whether Namibia has the infrastructure and capacity to test for the disease and how long it takes to receive the results.  

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UN Allocates N$53.3 Million to Support Namibians Affected by Severe Drought

The United Nations has allocated N$53.3 million (roughly US$3 million) from the Central Emergency Response Fund to assist over 163,000 Namibians hit by the worst drought in a century. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric reported that the drought has depleted 84% of Namibia’s food reserves, with nearly half of the population facing severe food insecurity from July to September. Acting Emergency Relief Coordinator Joyce Msuya emphasized that this funding will support […]

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GIPF Identifies 155 Members with Unclaimed Benefits, Enhances Outreach Efforts

The Government Institutions Pension Fund has found 155 members with unclaimed benefits, often due to resignation or incomplete documentation. The exact value of these benefits is unclear because of the fund's pooling system. GIPF is addressing the issue through regional outreach and media campaigns, and is transferring unclaimed benefits to the Guardian’s Fund. Challenges include outdated contact details and incomplete documentation. Members are advised to contact GIPF directly, as no […]

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