MSC Cruises Welcomes 42 Namibians to Its Onboard Team

Over 40 locals have landed jobs with MSC Cruises following a recruitment initiative launched in collaboration with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board in June. The Brief says NIPDB announced that 42 candidates received letters of intent and are preparing to join the cruise line's fleet between November 2024 and January 2025. Positions include roles in hospitality, business administration, beauty and wellness, housekeeping, sales, and culinary services. This initiative […]

November 1, 2024 11

Namibia

IUM to invest N$3 million in post-graduate start-ups

https://youtu.be/BxvVW8SXZmU By Ketemba Tjipepa The International University of Management (IUM) will be establishing five companies this year, allowing graduates to become shareholders by presenting their bankable project ideas, to empower them with business ownership opportunities. This was revealed by IUM founder, professor David Namwandi during the university’s winter graduation at Windhoek’s showgrounds on Friday. The N$3 million investment by the university will involve staff members assisting graduates in managing their projects until they […]

May 21, 2024 22

Namibia

Kunene Governor Advocates for Inclusive Employment in Green Hydrogen Sector

Kunene Governor Marius Sheya emphasizes the necessity of extending employment opportunities in the green hydrogen sector to all Namibians, including school dropouts, during a visit to Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope's office. Sheya underscores the skills gap in Kunene and proposes the establishment of training centers to provide opportunities for upskilling. He emphasizes that not all roles in green hydrogen projects require advanced degrees and calls for coordinated investment […]

May 16, 2024 22

Namibia

Visually impaired woman rally for job inclusivity

https://youtu.be/5t5HXNfOCWA By Finna Kahili via News on One A 37-year-old visually impaired Miriam Kamberipa calls for equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, citing discrimination in the job market where they are often overlooked despite having qualifications. Kamberipa, who is currently unemployed despite obtaining an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology nine years ago, also has two certificates in counselling. In 2021, Kamberipa began studying for a diploma in Early […]

May 2, 2024 11

Africa

Africa’s renewable energy sector is shattering gender norms

By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Africa's fast-evolving renewable energy landscape is catalysing a shift in gender dynamics, with more women seizing employment opportunities than in the traditional energy sector, according to a new report. According to the report, “more women are assuming positions as business creators, energy producers, distributors, and service providers,” challenging longstanding gender norms prevalent in the energy industry. The report, “Empowering Women in Clean […]

March 8, 2024 26

Local

NVF tourneys get a N$460 000 boost from Bank Windhoek

Over the past ten years, Bank Windhoek has supported and invested over N$2 million into the Namibian Volleyball Federation’s (NVF) tournament events. This information was recently shared by the Bank’s Head of Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Sponsorships, Bronwyn Moody, when she announced another N$460 000 sponsorship towards hosting NVF’s annual volleyball tournaments. “As a connector of positive change, this sponsorship demonstrates our continued support and commitment to […]

February 13, 2024 23

Business / Economics

South Africa’s $26.3 million new mining fund sets stage for exploration boom

By Bonface Orucho, via bird story agency South Africa is charting a new course for its mining industry, betting on local and junior miners to identify and unlock greenfield mines as the country pursues higher sector prosperity. The country has introduced a new US$26.3 million (R500 million) mining exploration fund for local and junior miners, aiming to tap into the rising global demand for minerals. South Africa’s […]

February 8, 2024 28

Africa

Rising megacities: A superhighway for Africa’s shared mobility market

By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency As Africa's urban centres continue to grow and with an increasing number of cities now expected to surpass 10 million residents, the shared mobility sector is expanding fast too, raising prospects of more income for cab-hailing companies and drivers. Global management firm, Oliver Wyman, has revealed in a new report that ride-hailing, scooter or e-bike rentals, and car-sharing, which together make up […]

January 18, 2024 23

Business / Economics

Rinaani Musutua, an advocate for economic and social justice with the Basic Income Grant Coalition, provides her perspective on Namibia’s unemployment rate.

https://youtu.be/kpiINO-03g0 Following the recent mid-term budget review, which saw a substantial increase in budgets for seventeen government offices, ministries, and agencies, totaling 2.5 billion Namibian dollars, Rinaani Musutua, an advocate for economic and social justice with the Basic Income Grant Coalition, provides her perspective on Namibia's unemployment rate.

November 6, 2023 24