insert_link Namibia Paolenta Kevo Reflects on Logos Hope’s Impact in Namibia Logos Hope, the renowned floating book fair and outreach vessel, has recently concluded a remarkable visit to Namibia, leaving a lasting impression on both the crew and the thousands of visitors who stepped aboard. Paolenta Kevo, the Project Manager for the Logos Hope's Namibian visit, shared heartfelt reflections on the journey, expressing gratitude and highlighting the profound experiences gained. todayJuly 25, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Statistics Agency Announces 2025/26 Household Income & Expenditure Survey The Namibia Statistics Agency has announced that it will conduct the 2025/26 Household Income & Expenditure Survey. This year-long survey aims to account for seasonal variations and will begin with a Pilot Survey from 30 September to 18 October this year. The main fieldwork for the NHIES will take place from 17 March 2025 to the same date in 2026. Iipumbu Sakaria: Manager: Corporate Communications at the Agency. todayJuly 25, 2024 41
insert_link Health / Medical Top Cancers Highlighted as Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project Marks 24 Years Breast, cervical and prostate cncer form part of the top 3 locally as Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project marks its 24th anniversary. This year’s theme inspired by the brand campaign is called ‘Is it possible to impact a life’. Here's Rolf Hansen Chief Executive of the Cancer Association of Namibia. todayJuly 25, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Namibian Leaders Honored at African Leadership Awards Erongo Governor, Neville Andre Itope detailed his experience of being honored with the Best African Governor award last week by the African Leadership Magazine in London, United Kingdom. The magazine, a Pan-African media platform established in 2010, showcases African affairs to a global audience. The awards aim to recognize outstanding business leaders, policymakers, and organizations for their significant contributions to Africa's socio-economic development. At the same event, Namibia’s Minister […] todayJuly 25, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia Agriculture Ministry responds to “lung sickness” outbreak in Okapundja An outbreak of Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia commonly known as “lung sickness” has been detected at Okapundja village, 51 km east of Opuwo. Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, spokesperson, Jona Musheko, has more. Musheko explains the measures instituted by the Directorate of Veterinary Services to control the outbreak. todayJuly 24, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia Government unveils official portrait of President Nangolo Mbumba The official portrait of President Nangolo Mbumba is now available for display in public and private entities. His portrait will replace that of the late President Hage Geingob and will hang alongside the portrait of the Founding President, Sam Nujoma. Ministry of Information and Communication Technology Executive Director, Audrin Mathe explains. todayJuly 24, 2024 38
insert_link Business / Economics O&L Group to prioritise local market and employee welfare Following the Olthaver & List Group's announcement to terminate its franchise agreement with Pick n Pay South Africa by the end of June next year, O&L Executive Chairperson Sven Thieme said that the needs of employees will be a top priority during the transition period. Thieme said the company is shifting towards becoming a more customer-centric and Namibian market-oriented business. todayJuly 24, 2024 76
insert_link Business / Economics World Bank approves $138.5 million energy loan for NamPower Namibia has embarked on its first World Bank-financed energy project, a $138.5 million initiative to strengthen the reliability of its transmission network and integrate more renewable energy into the electricity system. The project will be implemented by NamPower, the national electricity utility, and represents a big step toward a greener and more sustainable future. "Namibia is uniquely positioned as a regional leader in the transition towards a greener future. The […] todayJuly 24, 2024 26
insert_link Local Is it possible to impact a life? The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has reported that Namibia observes an upward trajectory of cancer cases from 3 700 to 4 300 on average new cases annually. Breast cancer cases remain the highest “life-threatening,” while prostate cancer is epidemiologically stated (per 100 000 population) as the top cancer in Namibia. Cervical cancer is third, while “modern or lifestyle” cancers like colorectal cancer and lung cancer increase. […] todayJuly 24, 2024 20