insert_link Namibia Government warns of scam impersonating Labour Minister The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation has warned against an impersonation scam currently circulating on social media platforms, falsely claiming to be representing Minister Utoni Nujoma. The impersonator is sending messages to individuals, asking for personal details to allegedly register them as beneficiaries for a supposed European Development Fund grant. Here is the Ministry's spokesperson Jeremia Namalenga. todayJuly 4, 2024 56
insert_link Business / Economics Oil discoveries make Namibia a top business travel destination Oil and gas discoveries in Namibia are transforming the country into a high-end business travel destination from a tourist locale for a South African airline. Bloomberg Africa reports that Total Energies SE and Shell Plc have found an estimated 11 billion barrels of oil reserves in Namibia, in what is touted as potentially the biggest-ever deep water find. Namibia has yet to produce crude or gas but has become an […] todayJuly 4, 2024 48
insert_link Business / Economics Botswana’s Masisi proposes energy partnership with Namibia Speaking at the official opening of the annual Swakopmund International Trade Expo, which is organised by the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi announced that Namibia and Botswana will collaborate in the energy sector by setting up a fuel storage facility at Walvis Bay. todayJuly 4, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia Kamati happy with recent developments in Windhoek Windhoek Mayor Queen Kamati on Tuesday acknowledged the significant economic and social contributions of the cultural and creative industries to Windhoek’s economy. Kamati, while reviewing the current affairs and developments that took place in Windhoek since the last Council meeting in May, emphasised the council’s mission of enhancing the quality of life for all by rendering efficient and effective municipal services. The mayor in her remarks […] todayJuly 4, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Namibia Industrial Development Agency Workers Protest for Salary Increments at Naute Dam Irrigation Scheme On Wednesday, 38 employees of the Namibia Industrial Development Agency at the Naute Dam irrigation scheme staged a peaceful protest demanding salary increments. The protest, organized by the Namibia Food and Allied Workers Union , followed a deadlock in wage negotiations in May 2023, with NIDA offering no increase. The workers, demanding a 12% salary increase, a minimum wage of N$2,500 for seasonal workers, and allowances for transport and housing, […] todayJuly 4, 2024 18
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia Medical Care continues its sessions on health screening within the capital city Namibia Medical Care continues its sessions on health screening within the capital city. Today they're based at WIndhoek's Medi-Clinic Private hospital. Here's the organization's Tashiya Nangula. todayJuly 4, 2024 29
insert_link Business / Economics BIPA to Consult Stakeholders on Beneficial Ownership Sanctions Implementation The Business and Intellectual Property Authority has announced its intention to engage stakeholders in consultations regarding concerns surrounding beneficial ownership sanctions. This initiative seeks to address and clarify issues raised by stakeholders regarding the implementation and impact of these sanctions.Here is Ockert Jansen, BIPA's Executive of Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Client Management Services. todayJuly 4, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Police Commissioner’s Memo Links Missing Firearms to South African Gang Violence Surge According to reports, a leaked memo from Namibian Police Commissioner Moritz !Naruseb has revealed a connection between missing Namibian Police firearms and a recent increase in gang violence in South Africa. !Naruseb addressed the memo to Namibian Police Deputy Inspector Elias Mutota on August 11, 2023, following a five-day investigation conducted by the South African Police Service's Directorate of Priority Crime Investigations (Hawks) in Namibia. todayJuly 4, 2024 16
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Weighs in on Electricity Control Board (ECB) and Election Frequency In a recent interview, esteemed political analyst and professor, Ndumba Kamwanya, shared his views on the notion of holding elections annually. The discussion, brought to light the complexities and potential drawbacks of such frequent electoral processes. Election Costs and Complexity Professor Kamwanya firmly stated, "I don't agree that we should hold elections every year. Elections themselves are very costly and complex to conduct." He emphasized the financial and logistical burdens […] todayJuly 4, 2024 13