NamPost introduces digital banking services

NamPost introduces digital banking services

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology has completed the Namibia National Digital Strategy for 2024–2028. Information Minister Emma Theofelus shared this achievement at the launch of NamPost’s digital banking services. She said the strategy will guide the country’s digital growth for the next four years.

October 21, 2024 31

Namibia

Information and Communication Technology Minister Urges Collaboration and Innovation Amid Economic Challenges

Information and Communication Technology minister, Emma Theofelus, highlighted poverty, unemployment, and the high cost of living as pressing contemporary challenges. Speaking at a retreat for senior leaders of key government institutions, she emphasized the need for strategic approaches to address these issues. Theofelus urged leveraging bilateral relations to bring in new technologies, foster international collaborations, and ensure the ICT sector remains at the forefront of innovation and development. She also […]

July 12, 2024 5

Namibia

Namibia to Introduce Visas on Arrival for Non-Exempt Countries from April 2025

Starting April 1next year, Namibia will implement visas on arrival for citizens of countries that have not reciprocated visa exemption policies. This decision, approved by Namibia's Cabinet, aims to regulate entry and applies to visitors who can either apply online or obtain visas upon arrival. The move follows Namibia's recent resolution to enforce entry visa requirements on countries that do not reciprocate its visa exemption policy, as announced by Information, […]

June 28, 2024 34

Lifestyle

Four tips for a healthy news diet in 2024, from an expert in media psychology

DimaBerlin/Shutterstock By Sharon Coen, University of Salford The start of the new year brings inevitable pressure to start fresh, with new hobbies, exercise regimes and healthy diets. But there is one diet you may not have thought of improving this year: your media and news consumption. It’s not easy to stay informed these days. We have more access to information than ever, but not all of it is good quality. […]

January 11, 2024 28

Videos

Access to Information in Namibia

Watch this video with Chairperson of the ACTION Coalition, Frederico Links to find out why Access to Information is something all Namibians should be interested in. https://youtu.be/naX8qBOD5hM

January 8, 2024 65

Opinion Pieces

Social media content in times of war: an expert guide on how to keep violence off your feeds

There are some practical ways to filter the amount of violent and graphic content you see on social media. Megan Knight, University of Hertfordshire Social media platforms are a great source of information and entertainment. They also help us to maintain contact with friends and family. But social media can also – and has, often – become a toxic environment for spreading disinformation, hatred and conflict. Most people can’t or […]

November 3, 2023 10