insert_link Local BANK OF NAMIBIA WARNS PUBLIC AGAINST FRAUDULENT INVESTMENT SCHEMES The Bank of Namibia has noted with increasing concern the rise of fraudulent investment schemes that falsely promise financial backing for Namibia’s development initiatives. These schemes are particularly aimed at high-ranking government officials, ministries, traditional leaders, and prominent public figures, exploiting their reputations to lend credibility to deceptive offers. Recently, the Bank has observed that prominent religious and traditional leaders, as well as church elders, are also approached […] todayOctober 23, 2024 7
insert_link Local Agra Weaner Championship Series Concludes Its 13th Edition 21 October 2024 The Agra Weaner Championship Series has successfully concluded its 13th edition, marking yet another year of excellence in Namibian cattle production. From Karasburg to Grootfontein, 15 auctions took place between 18 July and 22 August 2024, providing a platform for producers to showcase their exceptional cattle. Additionally, we hosted two auctions in the communal areas of Otjinene and Okakarara, continuing our commitment to supporting and engaging emerging […] todayOctober 23, 2024 8
insert_link Local FNB NAMIBIA ADDS SECURE CHAT FEATURE TO FNB APP – CHATPAY 22 October 2024 Windhoek, Namibia - In an innovative move, FNB Namibia has introduced a new chat feature to the FNB App. ChatPay enables FNB App users to initiate payments seamlessly without the need of a formal bank account number, whilst securely chatting via the App. The solution combines convenience, simplicity, and affordability, allowing customers to chat and make payments simultaneously and securely using their smartphone and banking App. A […] todayOctober 23, 2024 7
insert_link South Africa DA calls for an investigation into all agreements made during Kabelo Gwamanda’s tenure as mayor of Johannesburg To South Africa, where the DA calls for an investigation into all agreements made during Kabelo Gwamanda’s tenure as mayor of Johannesburg following his arrest for alleged involvement in a fraudulent funeral policy scheme. The party says this proves their earlier concerns about Gwamanda's leadership and blames the ANC for backing him despite fraud accusations. The DA’s Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku insists the legal process must proceed without interference and those affected […] todayOctober 22, 2024 14
insert_link World India-China agree on border pact to eventually resolve dispute India and China have agreed on a border pact that will see both sides coordinating their patrolling routines to avoid any escalation in tensions. The move is being hailed as a significant step towards restoring normal bilateral relations after the two sides were involved in a melee combat in 2020. Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi. todayOctober 22, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics Hyphen Hydrogen Energy to Launch Green Ammonia Production in Lüderitz by 2026 Hyphen Hydrogen Energy is set to manufacture green ammonia at a deepwater port in Angra Point Lüderitz for export by 2026. As per One Africa TV, the company's CEO, Marco Raffinetti, says Namibia is expected to produce two million tons of green ammonia annually between 2028 and 2030. Raffinetti outlined Hyphen's production plans and phases during a media site visit to Tsau //Khaeb National Park in the //Kharas region. todayOctober 22, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa IFP has calls for urgent action to help more South Africans own spaza shops In S.A, the IFP has called for urgent action to help more South Africans own spaza shops to ensure compliance with safety standards and boost local business ownership. Party leader Velenkosini Hlabisa has raised concerns following a rise in food poisoning cases in Gauteng, allegedly linked to expired products sold in spaza shops. According to Hlabisa, many undocumented foreigners are running businesses without complying with regulations: todayOctober 22, 2024 17
insert_link World China live-fire drills in Taiwan Strait after US and Canadian warships transit China said it would carry out live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, two days after US and Canadian warships sailed through the contentious waterway following Beijing's massive military exercise a week ago. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong. todayOctober 22, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Statistics Agency Concludes Pilot Household Income and Expenditure Survey Statistics Agency has successfully concluded the fieldwork for the 2025/2026 Pilot Household Income and Expenditure Survey, which began on September 30 and wrapped up on October 20. This pilot survey was essential in preparing for the upcoming Main NHIES survey scheduled for March 2025. While the results from this pilot will remain internal and will not be published, they are crucial for ensuring the main survey effectively gathers high-quality data […] todayOctober 22, 2024 8