innovation

Namibia to host AFI global policy forum in 2025

The Bank of Namibia, in partnership with the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI), will co-host the AFI Global Policy Forum (GPF) in September 2025. The event will bring together global policymakers and regulators to discuss financial inclusion and its role in economic growth. Namibia will use the forum to showcase its progress in financial inclusion and highlight policy innovations that have expanded financial services to individuals and small […]

29 January, 2025 68

South Africa

S.A. Minister Optimistic About 2025 Advancements in Science and Technology

S.A's Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, says 2025 promises to be another great year for advancing science and technology. The ministry’s spokesperson, Veli Mbele, says the department recently adopted an overarching mantra: placing science, technology, and innovation at the centre of government, education, society, and industry.

19 December, 2024 28

Local

Old Mutual Namibia welcomes Ramona Itembu as Group Human Capital Executive

Friday, 22 November 2024 - Old Mutual Namibia is pleased to announce the appointment of Ramona Itembu as Group Human Capital Executive, effective 22 November 2024. Ramona brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in human capital management that will be instrumental in furthering Old Mutual Namibia’s mission to be an employer of choice. Prior to joining Old Mutual, Ramona held key leadership roles at the National Petroleum […]

22 November, 2024 29

Local

Old Mutual Rewards Partners with MTC: Members Can Now Redeem Points for Airtime

Wednesday, 20 November 2024 - Old Mutual Namibia is pleased to announce a revolutionary partnership with MTC whereby members of the Old Mutual Rewards programme will be able to redeem their Rewards points for airtime. This is a significant step in Old Mutual Namibia’s drive to add value and convenience to their Rewards membership by integrating day-to-day needs seamlessly into the rewards experience. The Old Mutual Rewards programme is […]

21 November, 2024 9

Local

NSX Unveils New Brand Identity and Celebrates Scholars Competition Winners

Windhoek, Namibia — It is with great excitement and pride that the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX) announces its official rebranding and the conclusion of this year’s Scholars Competition, NSIC 2024. The event, held on 15 November 2024, marks a pivotal transformation for the NSX, as it not only unveiled a fresh new look but also celebrated the exceptional achievements of Namibia’s brightest young minds. NSX Rebrand: A Bold Step Toward […]

20 November, 2024 17

Uncategorized

UNAM student develops AI app to detect brain tumours

By: Valeria Handobe A University of Namibia (Unam) final-year Computer Science student has developed an AI-powered application to detect and classify brain tumours from Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans. Douglas Mashonganyika developed the free app, the Medalgo application, as part of his final-year research project. Mashonganyika said his childhood brain tumour diagnosis inspired him to create the Medalgo to save people's lives. “The inspiration that I got from this is a […]

29 October, 2024 27

Namibia

President Mbumba inaugurates Daures green hydrogen agriculture facility

President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba has officially inaugurated the Daures Green Hydrogen Agriculture Facility in the Erongo region. According to the Presidency, during the ceremony, President Mbumba expressed his gratitude to the Daures community for their support of this innovative project. He also encouraged all Namibians to take pride in the nation’s progress toward a sustainable future. The hydrogen project is expected to become Namibia's largest food producer, with a one-hectare […]

22 October, 2024 39

World

Germany’s four-day work week pilot shows success

A pilot project of the four-day workweek in Germany has found that almost three-quarters of participants aren’t returning to a five-day standard. Bloomberg reports that some 73% of the 45 companies that participated in the six-month experiment will either fully implement the model or extend the trial, according to a report released Friday.

21 October, 2024 35

Business / Economics

National accounting summit kicks off in Windhoek

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia's National Accounting Summit 2024 is underway in Windhoek, under the theme, "Shaping the Future of Accounting through Influence and Innovation." Here is Fenni Nghikevali, the CEO of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia. Nghikevali also explains the challenges they are faced with.

17 October, 2024 39