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

Namibia

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Background

Namibia

Windhoek Faces Waste Management Challenges as Landfill Nears Capacity

Windhoek generates 84,520 tonnes of waste annually, with 36% organic and 16% recyclable or compostable say The Brief. With the city's landfill nearing capacity, David Adams, Acting Strategic Executive for Infrastructure, Water, and Technical Services, stresses the need to divert 6% of waste to buy time for a comprehensive waste management plan by 2027. The EU-funded project aims to improve waste management and increase recycling in the city.

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Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Benjamin Schernick: Leading the Fight Against Food Insecurity in Namibia

  Benjamin Schernick, the Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance of Namibia (NFAN), has become a pivotal figure in addressing the nation’s pressing issues of malnutrition and food insecurity. With recent reports highlighting alarming statistics in regions like Omaheke, where over 800 people reportedly died from malnutrition, Schernick’s voice has become more critical than ever in advocating for sustainable solutions. A Dire Situation Schernick is not surprised by the […]

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Namibia

Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance Takes Lead on Combating Namibia’s Malnutrition Crisis

Benjamin Schernick, Director of the Nutrition and Food Alliance of Namibia, has emerged as a key advocate for tackling the country’s urgent malnutrition and food insecurity issues. Recent reports reveal severe statistics, such as over 800 malnutrition-related deaths in Omaheke, amplifying the importance of Schernick’s advocacy for sustainable solutions.  

todayAugust 21, 2024 26

Namibia

Mainstream media sustainability amid digital transformation

By Festus Nakatana, Corporate Affairs Manager, Capricorn Group It is a challenging time for media operations everywhere. Printed media sustainability has been sliding towards the abyss due to declining advertising revenue, reduced circulation, and loss to technology giants. Advertising revenue, in particular, is the lifeblood of newspapers' ability to remain profitable. This reality rings true in Namibia, considering that circulations of virtually all mainstream print titles are in alarming decline. […]

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Namibia

Walvis Bay Corridor Group emphasized the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Walvis Bay Port for Brazilian trade

Walvis Bay Corridor Group, CEO Hippy Tjivikua highlighted Walvis Bay Port's efficiency and cost-effectiveness for Brazilian trade, noting its shorter shipping times compared to South Africa's Durban port. The CEO emphasized the significant distance advantage, with Walvis Bay being much closer to Brazilian ports like Rio de Janeiro and Santos. This leads to faster delivery, lower costs, and enhanced competitiveness for Brazilian businesses. Tjivikua also underscored Namibia's stable political environment, […]

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Namibia

Namibian Defendants’ Phala Phala Theft Case Postponed

Three Namibian defendants, Imanuwela David, Froliana Joseph, and Ndilinasho David Joseph, briefly appeared in the Modimolle Magistrate's Court in Limpopo. Their case, involving the theft of $580,000 from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's game farm, was postponed until later this year. The state alleges they stole the cash from a couch at Ramaphosa's residence in February 2020. Imanuwela David faces additional charges of money laundering and remains in custody, while […]

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Namibia

BIG Coalition Hosts Public Discussion on Inequality and Poverty

The Basic Income Grant Coalition will hold a public discussion today at the Gateway Conference Centre. The event aims to bring together political parties and presidential candidates to address critical issues of inequality and poverty in Namibia. The discussion seeks to amplify stakeholder voices and explore sustainable solutions to improve the living standards of Namibians facing economic difficulties amidst rising inequality and economic challenges. The organization's researcher, Tjipura Tjipura:  

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Business / Economics

Moneda Invests emphasized the need to empower SMEs At 2nd Oil and Gas Conference

The second annual Namibia Oil and Gas Conference is underway at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek, with Minister of Mines and Energy Thomas Alweendo set to open the event this morning. On the first day, Precious Ehihamen from Moneda Invests emphasized the need to empower SMEs to enter the oil and gas sector, highlighting their interest but lack of market entry knowledge.  

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