insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Confusion and Delays Hit Youth Funding Submissions Frans Koita, a consultant for DKL Africa Consultations CC, has raised concerns over the rollout of the National Youth Fund, citing confusion and delays affecting many applicants across the country. Koita, speaking from Walvis Bay, explained that submissions were intended to be made only at governor offices, a clarification that came just 24 to 48 hours before the deadline. “The late announcement by the Minister of Finance left many young […] today5 September, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah apula ovanangeshefa va Africa va kwatele komesho omayambulepo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah onghela okwa pula ovanangeshefa va Africa va kufeko oinyangadalwa oyo tai kwatele komesho omayambulepo enenedu. President edi okwe di popya pefimbo ali eya oku talelwapo ko mu nageshefa wa Nigeria Aliko Dangote, oo eya pamwe no sheendo shaye sha ningilwa peumbo le pangelo. Moshipopiwa shaye omu president okwati okwa itavela kutya Africa olo va Africa voo vene, unene tuu ngee tashiya ko i kundafanwa oyo inasha no […] today20 June, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Dr. Elijah Ngurare, a pula ovanangeshefa vatuwe epepe moku ya mbulapo eliko Omuprima wo shilongo okwati eliko lo shilongo ita li dulu ashike okwee ndamukululwa ko mayambulepo no mayakulo etungululo oo aeke, ndee ole li kwatelela yoo ko maluduluko oo ta e twapo ko va nangeshefa moshiwana. Prime Elijah Ngurare, edi okwe di popila peongelo lo shimaliwa sho uvalelo wo wina oo wali waningilwa ko Ndangwa nelalakano lo kwee tapo oshimaliwa sho maulikilo oipindi a Ndangwa, oo kwafanekwa aka kaleko okudja mo […] today10 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NCCI to elect business leaders and representatives across all 14 regions NCCI President Bisey Uirab Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Bisey Uirab has announced that their extraordinary meetings will be held at branch levels in towns across all 14 regions to elect business leaders and representatives for the Chamber’s 29 branches. Uirab urged private sector stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and managers to actively participate in the chamber's structure to enhance business representation at all levels. today29 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Hardap Governor Hails Entrepreneurs as Economic Backbone Hardap governor Salomon April has praised entrepreneurs for their vital role in driving Namibia’s economy. Speaking at a handover ceremony in Mariental on Tuesday, April highlighted the distribution of equipment to over 50 beneficiaries from the Hardap and //Kharas regions under the Ministry of Trade and Industrialisation’s Equipment Aid Scheme for MSMEs. Minister of Industrialisation and Trade, Lucia Iipumbu, encouraged entrepreneurs who have not yet participated to apply in the […] today20 December, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics SWAITEX showcases Namibia’s trade and investment potential Swakopmund, Namibia - The Swakopmund International Trade Expo (SWAITEX) is currently underway, drawing local and international businesses to the coast. Established in 2013, SWAITEX aims to foster networking opportunities and promote business ventures for Namibian entrepreneurs. Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi and First Lady Neo Jane are esteemed guests of honor at SWAITEX 2024, underscoring the event's regional significance. Obrien Simasiku, the Communications Coordinator for SWAITEX, highlighted the diverse participation at […] today3 July, 2024
insert_link Local Gobabis and Rundu chess open tournaments conclude In separate chess tournaments held over the weekend on Saturday, 25 May, players participated in the Bank Windhoek 2024 Gobabis and Rundu Open Tournaments. The two events, facilitated by the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) and supported by Bank Windhoek, took place in Gobabis and Rundu. Seventy-one participants competed in chess battles to prove their skill and excellence. With a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, […] today29 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Oshana’s regional library is currently hosting a seminar focused on entrepreneurship Oshana's regional library is currently hosting a seminar focused on entrepreneurship for small and medium-sized enterprises. The event is scheduled to take place today and tomorrow. Our northern correspondent, Maria Namupala, had the opportunity to speak with the facilitator, Martha Erick. today11 April, 2024
insert_link Local Capricorn Foundation pledges N$1 million towards building a desert-based economy in Maltahöhe district On Friday, 15 March 2024, the Capricorn Foundation and Wolwedans Foundation officially launched a unique partnership in Maltahöhe. The Capricorn Foundation has pledged N$1 million towards the Wolwedans Foundation's flagship initiative, RuralRevive: Building a Desert-based Economy, showcasing its dedication to economic advancement, sustainable development and the empowerment of the Maltahöhe community. Capricorn Foundation's generous contribution will go towards the establishment and enhancement of six work packages, including Horticulture […] today19 March, 2024
