insert_link Crime Angolan man arrested for raping woman (30) A 21-year-old Angolan man was arrested in Olumbongo, Oniipa, after allegedly raping a 30-year-old Namibian woman in the early hours of Saturday. According to police reports, the suspect and victim were together at a drinking place before the incident occurred. The suspect allegedly grabbed the woman, pushed her into the water, and raped her in a coercive manner. The victim screamed for help and was rescued by bystanders. The suspect […] today10 March, 2025
insert_link Crime Police recover cannabis worth N$500,000 at Ariamsvlei By Maria Namupala A farm worker discovered cannabis worth over N$500,000 at Farm Uitkoms in Ariamsvlei on Friday. According to the Namibian police report, the farm worker who was herding sheep discovered a bag hidden in a bush. They later called the police, and upon inspection, they discovered five parcels of cannabis with a total weight of 10.605 kg valued at N$530 250. The police report said it is further […] today9 March, 2025
insert_link Local Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway created 640 jobs during construction By Adolf Kaure The MR44 Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway created 640 jobs, and N$200 million was spent on local suppliers. The freeway, previously referred to as the “road behind Dune 7”, stretches for 42 kilometres, linking the coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. President Nangola Mbumba, who inaugurated the freeway last week, said the project has also made meaningful contributions to job creation. “I am glad to note that a […] today9 March, 2025
insert_link Crime Who sneaked out with Namdia’s 47.214 carats of diamonds worth N$274.3 million? Simplifying Namdia heist Namdia says: N$314.9 million worth of diamonds were involved in the robbery of January 8, 2025, at its premises in Windhoek. N$40.6 million worth of diamonds have so far been recovered. Namdia does not say where and when. Our calculations N$274.3 million worth of diamonds are still missing. Namdia does not say whether there was a fourth suspect who could have sneaked out with the missing diamonds. […] today7 March, 2025
Local Fishing nets find new purpose in Windhoek https://youtu.be/nvYrmpk7PCA By: Ketemba Tjipepa Secondhand fishing nets and heavy-duty ropes are finding a market in Windhoek’s Northern Industrial area, far from the country's coastal fishing hubs. Despite the inland location, vendors say business is thriving. Watch on onefrica.tv, DStv or GOtv at 19h00 on Mondays to Fridays today17 February, 2025
Business / Economics Navigating 2025’s Financial Landscape Wednesday, 12 February 2025 - In 2025, investors and savers will be facing a world of tempered growth, changing policy dynamics, and revolutionary market trends. As we navigate the year, understanding the economic outlook, identifying investment opportunities, and embracing resilience strategies will be key, grounded in the latest insights. Global economic growth is projected to remain steady at 2.7% in 2025, matching the 2024 pace […] today12 February, 2025
insert_link Local Nedbank Employee Initiative Gives Back to Vulnerable Communities Through a Nedbank employee initiative called the Nedbank Team Challenge, a team of the bank’s employees contributed to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable Namibian children, through a partnership with Amos Meerkat—a project under the Namibia Life Change Centres Foundation (NLCCF). The Nedbank Team Challenge is a staff initiative that empowers Nedbank employees to make a tangible difference in their communities. Open to teams of 8 […] today3 February, 2025
insert_link Press Releases BoN, Alliance for Financial Inclusion to co-host 2025 Global Policy Forum The Bank of Namibia, in collaboration with the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI), announces their co-hosting of the AFI Global Policy Forum in September 2025 in Namibia. This forum will convene international thought leaders, policymakers, and regulators to propel financial inclusion to the forefront of the global agenda and support economic resilience and growth. For the first time, Namibia will spotlight its strategic achievements in financial inclusion, giving prominence to […] today29 January, 2025
insert_link Local Nors promotes roadshow in Namibia to reinforce the launch of the global brand Press release January 2025 Nors promotes roadshow in Namibia to reinforce the launch of the global brand Namibia – 27th January 2025: In order to reinforce the strategy of a single brand and to boost its differentiated offer globally, Nors has started a plan of roadshows in the various geographies in which it is present, including Namibia. Highlighting the importance of this market for the organisation's legacy, this roadshow […] today27 January, 2025
