insert_link Business / Economics Global Financial Landscape: Collaborative Initiatives and Market Dynamics Germany and Namibia Join Forces for Green Hydrogen Initiative In a significant stride towards sustainable energy development, Germany and Namibia have inked a pivotal agreement to bolster the Green Hydrogen Namibia Programme. This collaborative effort signifies a dedicated push towards constructing local H2 value chains aimed at fostering socio-economic growth while prioritizing environmental sustainability. The Green Hydrogen Namibia Programme, a newly established organization, emerges as a beacon of hope in […] todayMarch 22, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Development Bank of Namibia and World Bank Explore Collaboration The Development Bank of Namibia and the World Bank have initiated discussions to explore cooperation between the two development financiers. A senior team from the World Bank visited DBN to discuss potential avenues of collaboration. The primary focus of the discussions was the preparation of a technical background paper concerning the financial sector for the upcoming Namibia Climate Change and Development Report. todayMarch 22, 2024 35
insert_link Namibia Vice President Tours Green Schemes to Tackle Food Insecurity Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the Vhungu Vhungu and Ndonga Linena Green Schemes in the Kavango East Region to address food insecurity. Delegated by President Nangolo Mbumba, Nandi-Ndaitwah assessed the schemes and inspected preparations for winter crops. Governor Bonifatius Wakudumo of Kavango East provided insights on the region's efforts. todayMarch 22, 2024 31
insert_link World Buying millitary equipment for Ukraine on top of the agenda at European Council summit todayMarch 22, 2024 41
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Calls for Unity and Vigilance Against Social Challenges President Mbumba emphasized the importance of guarding against tribalism, racism, regionalism, corruption, and crime during Namibia's 34th Independence Day celebrations. He urged Namibians to unite as wise nation builders, working towards economic freedom and shared prosperity. Furthermore, President Mbumba called upon Namibia's security cluster to intensify efforts in safeguarding the nation from both external and internal criminal threats. todayMarch 22, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa Freedom Front Plus Opposes Expropriation Bill Amid Concerns of ANC Maneuvering South Africa's Freedom Front Plus has voiced strong opposition to the Expropriation Bill, alleging that the ANC is determined to push it through before the elections. Following approval by the National Council of Provinces on Tuesday, the bill, with additions, is now back in the National Assembly for further changes before reaching President Cyril Ramaphosa for signing into law. Pieter Groenewald, leader of the FF Plus, asserts their firm stance […] todayMarch 22, 2024 13
insert_link World Indian opposition leader arrested over corruption claims a month before elections Delhi government has called chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest a political conspiracy by Prime Minister Modi's government aimed to cripple the opposition's campaign ahead of the general elections next month. Mr Kejriwal, one of India's main opposition leaders, was arrested by India's financial crimes investigative agency over corruption charges in a liquor policy case that allegedly benefited private retailers. His party has called for a nationwide protest over his arrest. […] todayMarch 22, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Namibia Legal Expert Highlights Property Sale Regulations Toni Hancox, Director of the Namibia Legal Assistance Centre, gave us important insights into property sale regulations. Hancox emphasized the significance of the property being sold as the primary residence of the homeowner. She clarified that if the property was initially occupied by the owner but later rented out and no longer used as their primary residence, it might not meet the legal criteria for sale under certain circumstances. todayMarch 22, 2024 35
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia’s Visitor Arrivals Surge in February Official figures reveal a notable increase in Namibia's visitor arrivals in February, reaching over 37 thousand, marking an 8.1% month-on-month surge and a significant 26.1% year-on-year rise. According to a tourism report by IJG Securities, February 2024 arrivals surpassed pre-pandemic levels from February 2019 by 15.5%. Gitta Paetzold, CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia, comments on the trend. todayMarch 22, 2024 17
