insert_link Namibia Missing Man Identified as 44-Year-Old Namibian, Lisius Nkandi By Erongo Police The Erongo Police have identified the missing man near Cape Cross as 44-year-old Lisius Nkandi. Nkandi, a chief mate on a Namibian-registered fishing vessel, went missing on August 18 after disembarking the stranded vessel in a rubber dinghy without a motor. Despite ongoing search efforts, his whereabouts remain unknown. The vessel had broken down on August 3, leading to the safe rescue of seven crew members on August 9, but […] todayAugust 21, 2024 46
insert_link 2 Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Onesimus ǃGoraseb: Bridging Cultures and the Future of Digital Media in Namibia In a recent conversation, Onesimus ǃGoraseb, the visionary behind the Sankofa Podcast, shared his insights on the intersection of culture and digital media. The discussion delved into the transformative power of podcasting in preserving Namibian cultural heritage and the potential for digital media to address unemployment and drive economic growth in Namibia. Reviving Cultural Heritage ǃGoraseb's Sankofa Podcast is dedicated to celebrating and exploring Namibia's rich cultural tapestry. By […] todayAugust 20, 2024 40 2
insert_link 2 Namibia Onesimus ǃGoraseb’s Sankofa Podcast Gains Recognition for Promoting Cultural Awareness Onesimus ǃGoraseb, owner of the Sankofa Podcast, shared that his content has received phenomenal reception. Viewers and listeners, including university students, have expressed appreciation for the deep cultural knowledge shared on his platform. His most popular episode, featuring a discussion on the Horokhoes, garnered significant attention, particularly from South African audiences and the Damara community: todayAugust 20, 2024 21 2
insert_link 3 Business / Economics Christy Kotze Appointed as Country Manager for Business Partners International Namibia Business Partners International Namibia has appointed Christy Kotze as its new Country Manager, effective June 1st report The Brief. Kotze, who has 19 years of experience in Namibia's banking sector, previously worked at Bank Windhoek Ltd. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce and has completed a Management Development Programme. His focus at BPI Namibia will be on increasing awareness of the company's offerings to SMEs, growing the client base, […] todayAugust 20, 2024 25 3
insert_link Business / Economics INTERVIEW: Exploring Namibia’s Nuclear Energy Potential: Insights from Independent Researcher Josef K. Sheehama In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, Namibia faces unique opportunities and challenges as it contemplates the possibility of nuclear-powered electricity generation. We sat down with Josef K. Sheehama, an independent business and economics researcher, to discuss the prospects of harnessing nuclear energy in Namibia, the strategic considerations, and the potential socio-economic impacts. Sheehama, who has contributed extensively to discussions on economic policy and development, shared his insights on the path […] todayAugust 20, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia UNAM Cares Head calls for dialogue to address community needs Professor Rachel Freeman, the head of UNAM Cares, has stressed the need for open dialogue to better understand community needs and foster collaborative solutions. She further calls for collaboration with the Ministry of Health's One Health initiative to strengthen these efforts. todayAugust 20, 2024 22
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia’s Nuclear Energy Prospects Can Produce Many Jobs Says Expert Josef K. Sheehama Namibia is exploring the potential of nuclear energy as part of its evolving energy strategy. Independent business and economics researcher Josef K. Sheehama discussed the opportunities and challenges of nuclear power in Namibia, highlighting its potential for energy independence and job creation. Sheehama, known for his contributions to economic policy discussions, shared his views on the strategic and socio-economic implications of adopting nuclear energy. todayAugust 20, 2024 22
insert_link Business / Economics Walvis Bay Corridor Group Warns Diaspora Transport Sector of Mpox Outbreak The Walvis Bay Corridor Group has issued a warning to the transport and logistics sector abroad about the Mpox outbreak. The group highlights that the outbreak is nearing trading partners in the Southern African Development Community, with cases already reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa. Maria Paulus: Marketing and Communications Manager at the group. todayAugust 20, 2024 51
insert_link Namibia Omaheke Region Records 800 Malnutrition Deaths Since 2022 Says Governor Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate reported that nearly 800 people have died from malnutrition in the region since 2022, with 30,219 cases recorded in the same period. During his state of the region address, Nganate highlighted 14,774 new malnutrition cases in the 2022/2023 financial year alone. He also noted the establishment of a partnership with the South African HeadStart Kids Trust to address the region's ongoing drought and malnutrition crisis […] todayAugust 20, 2024 51