insert_link Namibia Namibia harnessing power of renewable energy: Geingob President Hage Geingob on Saturday said Namibia is harnessing the power of renewable energy to propel a new era of economic growth that is both environmentally conscious and socially inclusive. Geingob made the pledge at the Global Renewables and Energy Efficiency Pledge during COP28 in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), saying Namibia is positioning itself as a hub for renewable energy innovation, driving green industrialisation that creates jobs, […] todayDecember 4, 2023 17
insert_link Namibia Collaboration necessary to implement TRS recommendations: Shivute Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) Commissioner Sam Shivute has called on the formation of partnerships that will enable the speedy implementation of recommendations in the Time Release Study (TRS) Report. Launched in Walvis Bay on Friday, the report is a result of a study conducted by the Customs and Excise Department through the National Technical Working Group and serves as a tool for Government and stakeholders. The TRS contains finding and […] todayDecember 4, 2023 9
insert_link Namibia Mateus invites investors to develop Onayena Onayena Constituency Councillor Kamati Mateus has urged potential investors to contribute to the development of Onayena settlement with the aim of transforming it into a town. Mateus in an interview with Nampa said currently, there is more reliance on Ondangwa for the provision of services. He said Onayena received settlement status in 1997 but has not progressed towards achieving town status, hence his attempts at attracting investors in order to […] todayDecember 1, 2023 20
insert_link Entertainment 2023 Baker’s Bay Artists’ Retreat Exhibition, Windhoek StArt Art Gallery and OMDis are pleased to announce that the exhibition for the 2023 Baker's Bay Artists' Retreat is now open to the public. The exhibition is hosted at the Namibian Arts Association (NAA) and will close on the 29th of February 2024. While there will be no opening event this year the NAA will host an end of year party on the 15th of December, which will be […] todayDecember 1, 2023 23
insert_link Business / Economics The Alexforbes Lead Story – 30 November Danny Meyer is the Director of local consultancy firm SMEs Compete that helps Namibian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) grow business, create wealth and generate employment. In this interview he tells Angie why SMEs are so vital to the economy and why they should receive a lot more support. https://iono.fm/e/1386256 todayDecember 1, 2023 17
insert_link Business / Economics The RMA Spotlight – 30 November CEO of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia, Fenni Nghikevali, tells Michell what it is like to work with over 900 Chartered Accountants, how she met the love of her life in the industry, how to deal with both junior and senior employees, how to ensure a longer tenure for CAs in Namibia, and much more. https://iono.fm/e/1386242 todayDecember 1, 2023 35
insert_link Health / Medical ‘Let Communities Lead’ on World Aids Day 2023 Despite efforts to eliminate AIDS by 2030, marked by World AIDS Day on 1 December 2023 under the theme "Let Communities Lead," UNAIDS has stressed that the task is incomplete with its new report suggesting that achieving the ambitious goal is still possible with full support for frontline communities. The Deputy Executive Director for the UN Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), Angeli Achrekar, says that so far, the “job isn't done.” […] todayNovember 30, 2023 35
insert_link Namibia Oshana region records increase in GBV cases The Oshana Region is fighting a rising number of Gender-Based Violence and rape cases, which has become a challenge for authorities. Regional Police Commander, Commissioner Naftal Lungameni Sakaria is calling for collaboration from all stakeholders to help the police in combating violence against women and children. Oshana Region Governor Elia Irimari addresses the issue. todayNovember 30, 2023 33
insert_link Business / Economics Harold Pupkewitz Business School launches merger with the Centre for Enterprise Development The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business has officially launched its merger with the Centre for Enterprise Development, forming a dynamic Business School at the Namibia University of Science and Technology under the theme "Reimagining Business Education: A New Path for HP-GSB." The launch featured a speech by Namibia Wildlife Resorts Managing Director Matthias Ngwangwama. Here’s the NWR’s Nelson Ashipala. todayNovember 30, 2023 48