Bank of Namibia warns against fraudulent investment scams.

Bank of Namibia warns against fraudulent investment scams.

The Bank of Namibia (the Bank) has noted with concern an escalation in the number of fraudulent investment scam activities, targeting and using references to the Government, its Ministries, Offices, and Agencies. The Bank has identified fraudulent investment scam activities, offering unsolicited financial assistance to fund Namibia’s developmental initiatives, with perpetrators applying particular focus on senior public figures, high-ranking government officials, politicians, and civil servants, to promote the fraudulent […]

February 2, 2024 22

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Riaan Smit joins Have A Heart Namibia as their local ambassador

Established in 2013, Have A Heart Namibia has been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. We provide free sterilisation, vaccination, and parasite treatment to dogs and cats from low- and no-income homes, because we believe, and have seen, that sterilisation is the only way to fight the overpopulation of cats and dogs in our country. Our efforts prevent suffering, and it lightens the […]

February 1, 2024 130

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Namibian photograph wins international award.

A photograph of a Mahangu (Pearl Millet) harvester in northern Namibia has won first prize in an international photographic competition organised by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The competition was part of the FAO’s International Year of Millets, which raised awareness of the nutritional benefits of millets, including Mahangu, and their cultivation under changing climate conditions. The picture, taken in May 2021 by Jonathon Rees, shows […]

January 31, 2024 23

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My Zone announces inaugural media roadshow

Namibia Media Holdings' (NMH) youth brand, My Zone, is delighted to announce its collaboration with Standard Bank to orchestrate the inaugural media roadshow dedicated to the youth of Namibia. Scheduled to unfold in 11 towns from 29 January to 23 February, the Media Roadshow is set to embrace the theme: "Jammin’ Journalism, Rockin’ Ethics." The first session with Windhoek based schools took place at Academia Secondary School in Windhoek […]

January 31, 2024 25

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38th Nedbank Cycle Challenge launched

Photo FLTR – Nedbank Namibia Communications and Public Relations Manager, Selma Kaulinge; Coca Cola Namibia Manager for Sponsorships, Special Events and Signage, Antonio Frans; Windhoek Pedal Power Cycling Club Representative, Nicole Spangenberg; Nedbank Namibia Chief Operating Officer, Victor Ashikoto; Minister of Sport, Youth and National Service, Honourable Agnes Tjongarero; Namibian Cycling Federation President, Axel Theissen The 38th edition of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge was officially launched at a […]

January 31, 2024 15

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Inauguration of Emmaus Kindergarten in Karibib

The German Embassy Windhoek supported the Emmaus Kindergarten in Usab, Karibib with a grant of N$ 357 000 in 2023, through its micro-project fund. The Emmaus Kindergarten (formerly known as Sunshine Kindergarten) had been established in 2002. Since then, the Kindergarten grew and through various fundraising campaigns, the dedicated principal Mrs. Amanda Bluhm was able to acquire a plot and have a building constructed with enough space to welcome […]

January 30, 2024 8

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Bank of Namibia announces new board members.

The Bank of Namibia is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Meshack Tjirongo, Adv. Eliaser Nekwaya and Mr. Peter Kruger as non-executive members of the Bank’s Board of Directors and the re-appointment of Mr. Ehrenfried Meroro as a non-executive board member. These appointments, in line with Section 9 of the Bank of Namibia Act (2020), will take effect from 1 February 2024. Mr. Peter Kruger is currently […]

January 30, 2024 35

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EU-twinning project elevates Namibia’s trade landscape: A boost for economic growth

Following an intensive 24-months of facilitation, training, peer-to-peer learning, and diverse events, the European Union-funded Twinning Project titled "Support to the Namibian Standards Institution" successfully concludes on 31 January 2024, marking a significant milestone in boosting Namibia's trade capabilities. This was revealed at the closing event, hosted at Droombos to take stock and celebrate the success of the first of its kind EU funded twinning project in Southern […]

January 26, 2024 15

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EU and KAS launch 15 million NAD project focusing on empowering CSOS, women, youth, and marginalized communities

The European Union (EU) and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) are delighted to announce the commencement of the project "Empowering CSOs, Women, Youth, and Marginalized Communities as Equal Partners in Democracy" (ECSO) project. This transformative initiative, co-funded by the EU and KAS, aligns with the joint commitment of the EU and Namibia to enhance the participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in governance and development issues. The ECSO project, spanning […]

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