insert_link Namibia Stakeholders identify bottlenecks in Labour Commission processes The Office of the Labour Commissioner has initiated a Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) initiative, engaging stakeholders to address longstanding challenges and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of labour dispute resolution. Labour Commissioner Kyllikki Sihlahla said that the office, which handles labour dispute resolutions through conciliation and arbitration processes, has long faced public criticism for its inefficiencies. During the stakeholder engagement, Deputy Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment […] todayJuly 17, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia Call for ECN to engage political stakeholders fairly Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya has raised alarms over the low voter registration numbers ahead of the upcoming election on November 27. Kamwanya criticised the involvement of Sophia Shaningwa, the Swapo party's secretary general, in the registration process, suggesting that her presence undermines trust and appears politically motivated. Kamwanya urged the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to engage all political stakeholders to address these concerns. He emphasized the importance of increasing […] todayJuly 17, 2024 48
insert_link Business / Economics Another big splash for China in water contracts This story is republished with permission from The Tender Bulletin NamWater has awarded a tender for the construction of the Outapi water treatment works extension and upgrade to China Jiangxi International in joint venture with Homefin Properties for N$112-m, two months after the same partnership landed a N$91-m contract for the construction of Ondangwa – Oshali water pipeline. The Outapi water treatment construction contract was awarded directly by […] todayJuly 17, 2024 79
Namibia Non-performing contractors to lose tenders By Adolf Kaure, via News on One The government has the prerogative to replace non-performing contractors and reassign the projects to public entities, like August 26. Ministry of Health and Social Services executive director Ben Nangombe said this after delays in the completion of Swakopmund District Hospital’s neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The initial contractor was awarded the construction job in November 2020, with a scheduled completion date of February 2022. […] todayJuly 17, 2024 13
insert_link 1 Business / Economics Namport Advances Concession Agreement for New Container Terminal at Port of Walvis Bay Namibian Ports Authority is finalizing a 25-year concession agreement with Terminal Investment Limited to operate the new Container Terminal at the Port of Walvis Bay by the fourth quarter of 2024 according to The Brief's reports. TIL, a subsidiary of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, was selected to enhance efficiency and attract private investment. The agreement aims to boost operational capabilities, competitiveness, and employment opportunities amid changes in the shipping industry […] todayJuly 17, 2024 72 1
insert_link Namibia Namport Advances Concession Agreement for New Container Terminal at Port of Walvis Bay Namibian Ports Authority is finalizing a 25-year concession agreement with Terminal Investment Limited to operate the new Container Terminal at the Port of Walvis Bay by the fourth quarter of 2024 according to The Brief's reports. TIL, a subsidiary of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, was selected to enhance efficiency and attract private investment. The agreement aims to boost operational capabilities, competitiveness, and employment opportunities amid changes in the shipping industry […] todayJuly 17, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia UNICEF calls for quality education in Namibian classrooms Samuel Kweku, the UNICEF Representative to Namibia described Namibia’s youthful population, of which almost a million of the population is aged 0-24, as both a challenge and an opportunity. He made these remarks during the official opening of the first session of the 6th Children’s Parliament, here on Monday. “A challenge because as a country we must plan, educate, and create employment for this segment of […] todayJuly 17, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Health Minister Excused as Witness in Defamation Case Involving Shapwa Kanyama Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula has been pardoned from testifying in a defamation case where Shapwa Kanyama and his wife, Beata Kanyama, are suing former nurse Mathilde Kadhikwa. Allegations arose regarding public funds and procurement contracts, prompting legal action demanding N$200,000 each and a retraction from Kadhikwa. Ministry Executive Director, Ben Nangombe remains a key witness as the trial progresses, set to commence with the Attorney General’s representation and disclosures on […] todayJuly 17, 2024 39
insert_link Namibia Minister Emma Theofelus Advocates Digital Transformation at 8th National ICT Summit At the Handover Ceremony of the 8th National ICT Summit, minister Emma Theofelus spoke under the theme "Building Resilience to Adapt or Die In The Era Of Digital Transformation And Artificial Intelligence". The leader highlighted that digital transformation presents unprecented opportunities for innovation, economic growth and societal advancement. todayJuly 17, 2024 38