insert_link South AfricaCosatu Hails Ramaphosa’s Signing of Railway Safety Bill S.A Union Cosatu welcomes president Cyril Ramaphosa’s assenting of the Railway Safety Bill, saying this is a long overdue and important piece of legislation. The new law provides for the regulation of railway safety and the continued existence of the Railway Safety Regulator. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says they welcome the progressive objectives and provisions of the Bill, that seek to overhaul the often-weak health and safety provisions governing the […] today6 December, 2024 51
insert_link AfricaZambia calls for regional action to address energy shortage Speaking at the 30th session of the Intergovernmental Committee of Senior Officials and Experts for Southern Africa, held in Livingston, Zambia this week, the country’s Energy Secretary, Peter Mumba, called for urgent action to resolve the energy deficit facing the region. With nearly half of Southern Africa’s population lacking access to electricity, Mumba stressed the importance of regional collaboration to tackle the energy crisis and climate change, while addressing the […] today21 November, 2024 48
insert_link LocalNAMIBIA MAINTAINS TOP SPOT OF BEST QUALITY ROADS IN AFRICA Windhoek, Namibia – The Roads Authority (RA) proudly announces that, according to a survey conducted by Statista, Namibia has the best quality road infrastructure in Africa for 2024. The country achieved an index rating of 5.57 on a scale from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest), surpassing Egypt (5.53) and Benin (5.00), which ranked second and third, respectively. This prestigious accolade reaffirms the Government of the Republic of Namibia’s ongoing commitment […] today20 November, 2024 65
insert_link Business / EconomicsTelecom Upgrades Infrastructure with N$35.5 Million FTTx Projects Telecom has successfully completed eight Fibre-to-the-X projects, investing around N$35.5 million to enhance the country’s communication infrastructure. CEO Stanley Shanapinda highlighted that these 2023-2024 projects aim to replace outdated copper infrastructure, which has been vulnerable to theft and damage, with more reliable and efficient fibre technology. today20 November, 2024 58
insert_link NamibiaEpukiro Regional Water Supply Extension Project Breaks Ground The groundbreaking ceremony for the Epukiro Regional Water Supply Scheme Extension takes place today. This important project will help address water shortages and improve water quality at Epukiro Post 3. Expanding for us is Namwater's Lot Ndamanomhata: today18 November, 2024 47
insert_link NamibiaRehoboth Town Council to Handover 609 Properties The Rehoboth Town Council is marking a significant milestone in its housing development program. PRO Desire Pieters says this achievement reflects their collective efforts to enhance living standards for residents of Rehoboth. today18 November, 2024 50
insert_link LocalTHE NAMIBIAN GOVERNMENT: SUSTAINING THE FUTURE OF BROADCASTING 12 NOVEMBER – WINDHOEK As Namibia strides forward into an era defined by rapid technological advancement and shifting consumer behavior, the broadcasting sector remains a cornerstone of information dissemination and cultural expression. With a population of approximately 3 million, Namibia’s media landscape encompasses a vibrant mix of public, private, and community broadcasters vying for the attention of an increasingly discerning audience. However, navigating the complexities of a digital revolution […] today12 November, 2024 18
insert_link NamibiaIn Arandis, Emergency Response and Traffic Management Centre groundbreaking scheduled for today The official groundbreaking for the construction of the Arandis Emergency Response and Traffic Management Centre is set to take place today. Irene Jacobs of the Arandis Town Council shared details on the project's significance for B2 road users. today12 November, 2024 83
insert_link NamibiaWelwitchia University is set to establish a state-of-the-art campus at Usakos The Welwitchia University is set to establish a state-of-the-art campus at Usakos in the Erongo region: The Usakos Town Council's Lesley !Goraseb: today11 November, 2024 69