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Namcor and partners make progress in Orange Basin

By Hertha Ekandjo The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) has reported significant progress at Block 2913B (PEL 56) in the Orange Basin. PEL 56 is a joint venture (JV) between TotalEnergies (50.5%, Operator), QatarEnergy (30%), Impact Oil and Gas Namibia (Pty) Ltd (9.5%), and NAMCOR (10%). The partners are conducting extensive post-well studies, analyzing cores, logging data, and fluid samples acquired from the Venus wells. These studies will continue […]

January 24, 2025 29

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Finance minister says greed drove Namdia robbers

By: Selma Ikela Finance Minister Ipumbu Shiimi said those who murdered Namdia's senior protection officer, Francis 'Gosh' Eiseb, (57), during an armed robbery were driven by greed. Shiimi said the robbers did not commit the crime because they were hungry or needed food to eat. Eiseb was discovered dead in the company’s storeroom on Saturday with a bullet wound to his head. His hands and feet were tied, and his […]

January 24, 2025 39

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UPDATE ON ARMED ROBBERY ON NAMDIA PREMISES

19 January 2025 – NAMDIA confirms that the incident that occurred at its premises in the early evening hours of Saturday, 18 January 2025, has been confirmed as an armed robbery and not an attempted armed robbery as previously stated. A formal police docket has been registered under charges of Armed Robbery with Aggravating Circumstances and Murder. NAMDIA is aware of the circulation of inaccurate reports on social media regarding […]

January 20, 2025 18

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Criminals Threaten Customers into Sharing Passwords

19 January 2025 WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA— FNB notes with regret the rising instances of people being robbed of their funds while under threat of violence from criminals. Where such criminal incidents are reported, FNB undertakes rigorous investigation, partnering with law enforcement to ensure any information relative to these crimes is shared with investigators immediately. At FNB we are committed to ensuring the highest level of security for your accounts internally. As […]

January 20, 2025 9

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Innovative Agricultural Board Game Launches with Nedbank Sponsorship

An exciting new agriculturally themed board game, developed in Namibia, has been launched with the support of Nedbank Namibia. Designed to educate and entertain, this unique game – Farmwise – fosters understanding of the challenges and rewards of farming while promoting collaboration between farmers, labourers, and their families. The idea for the game was born in an unexpected moment of frustration suffered by game developer Piet Gouws. After he had […]

January 20, 2025 16

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MINING THREATENS TOURISM CONTRIBUTIONS OF OVER N$ 10.5 MILLION TO COMMUNAL CONSERVANCIES IN 2024

Last week, Ultimate Safaris presented their 2024 conservancy partner impact report for their operations in the Kunene Region to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry & Tourism, partner NGOs, and other stakeholders. The company operates three conservancy joint venture tourism establishments in southern Kunene in partnership with the Uibasen Twyfelfontein, Doro !Nawas, and Sorris Sorris communal conservancies. These establishments include the internationally acclaimed Onduli Ridge, Onduli Enclave, and Camp Doros. […]

January 20, 2025 15

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Daron Namibia’s Exclusive Brand Launch with Hempel Paints

On Thursday, 12th December 2024, Daron Namibia celebrated a groundbreaking milestone with the official launch of an exclusive partnership with the globally acclaimed Hempel A/S. Managing Director of Daron Namibia, Luther Mostert, said that this partnership signifies the dawn of a new era for Namibia’s industry. Mostert remarked that representing a brand with over a century of global excellence is a privilege Daron Namibia will carry with pride, as they aim […]

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UPDATE ON THE VOLUNTARY EXCHANGE OF THE 1959-1960s KATUTURA AND KHOMASDAL HOUSES PROGRAMME

The Municipal Council of Windhoek is pleased to provide an update on the Voluntary Exchange of the 1959-1960s Katutura and Khomasdal Houses Programme. This initiative seeks to celebrate our history by recognizing, protecting, and conserving our city’s heritage for the benefit of current and future generations. The Council invited homeowners of houses built between 1959 and the 1960s in the townships of Katutura (Herero, Damara, Nama, Ovambo, Donkerhoek, Gemengde) […]

December 11, 2024 16

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International Anti-Corruption Day: 9 Actions to Strengthen Integrity in Namibia

Every year on December 9, the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003 to raise awareness about corruption and mobilise efforts to combat it. This date marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), the world's most comprehensive anti-corruption treaty. Corruption undermines development, weakens public trust, and exacerbates inequality by diverting resources meant […]

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