insert_link Environment Namibia and Angola’s remote Ovahimba mountains reveal a haven for unique plants – new survey Vera De Cauwer, Namibia University of Science and Technology The Kaokoveld region, covering north-western Namibia and south-western Angola, is one of the remotest areas in southern Africa. Although it’s extremely dry, it is a centre of species endemism: many species occur only there and nowhere else on earth. New species continue to be found, especially in the Ovahimba mountain range, which runs parallel to the cold Atlantic ocean and is […] todayOctober 20, 2023 9
insert_link Opinion Pieces Strengthening Agricultural Planning, 600 000 employments no conservative, Green Hydrogen alternative By Josef Kefas Sheehama This article, however, attempts to seek out how diversification of the economy will enhance stable and viable economic growth in Namibia. Namibia still desperately needs to improve agricultural production systems and tackle the threats of climate change and uncertainty. Green hydrogen serves as an alternative but not Alpha and Omega for employment creations. The director general of the National Planning Commission and chairperson of the Green Hydrogen […] todayOctober 20, 2023 3
insert_link Opinion Pieces Thriving in the Gig Economy: Strategic Financial Planning for Independent Contractors and Freelancers By Ndadhi Ndoroma, General Manager, Personal Finance, Old Mutual Namibia The gig economy has transformed the way we work, providing freelancers and contractors with unparalleled freedom and opportunities. However, this newfound independence is sometimes accompanied by financial difficulties and uncertainty. In this volatile environment, achieving financial wellness necessitates specialised methods and a proactive approach. Let's look at some practical guidance and financial planning ideas to help people navigate the gig […] todayOctober 19, 2023 1
insert_link Local Unlocking Namibia’s Oil and Gas Potential: Insights from African Energy Week 2023 Presentation by Namcor Namibian national oil company Namcor is progressing plans to further develop the country’s oil and gas sector to meet ongoing energy demands and to eradicate energy poverty, with the company settings its sights on drilling two gas and oil wells in collaboration with international oil companies in the fourth quarter of 2023 and into the first quarter of 2024. Namcor holds a unique position as both an upstream and downstream […] todayOctober 19, 2023 10
insert_link Business / Economics Namibian Petroleum Commissioner Shares Updates on Country’s Energy Prospects at #AEW2023 Maggy Shino, the Petroleum Commissioner of Namibia's Ministry of Mines and Energy, provided a comprehensive update on the nation's oil and gas sector during a workshop session at African Energy Week (AEW) 2023 organized by the African Energy Chamber (www.EnergyChamber.org). Shino commenced by highlighting the promising opportunities in Namibia, particularly regarding the arrival of Total's Deepsea Mira rig. She shared, "Total’s Deepsea Mira rig departed from Bergen, Norway, at the […] todayOctober 19, 2023 5
insert_link Local Mboma pledges 10% proceeds of Mboma street wear towards the Rob Youth Foundation National Sanitary Pads drive. The Rob Youth Foundation and Namibia’s 200m Tokyo 2020 Olympics silver medalist Christine Mboma today signed an agreement that will see the Rob Youth Foundation being awarded an opportunity to sell allocated Merchandise of Mboma Street wear and 10% of the proceeds from each item to be sold will be donated to the Rob Youth Foundation as contribution to the Rob Youth Foundation National Sanitary Pads drive to support the […] todayOctober 19, 2023 4
insert_link Sport Young golfer putting Namibia on the map Namibian golfer Todd Parker (18) has once again put Namibia on the map in the USA after securing third position in the Quatro Amigo College golf tournament he competed in in San Angelo, Texas, last week. Parker who started college at Midland College in Texas in August had a score of 71, 70 (141) over his 36 holes to shoot 3-under par and secure a strong finish. He finished just […] todayOctober 18, 2023 6
insert_link Sport NFA supports Sports Betting Namibian Football Association secretary-general Jochen Traut says that the association supports sports betting because it fosters competition and enhances the development of football in the country. Here’s One Africa Sport with the story: https://youtu.be/IUMz4Uc2ob4 todayOctober 18, 2023 13
insert_link Local Sven Thieme, O&L Group Executive Chairman, named International Executive Chairman of the year by IAOTP Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group proudly announces that its Executive Chairman, Sven Thieme, has been selected as the "Top International Executive Chairman of the Year" by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP). This distinguished recognition is a source of immense pride not only for Thieme and the O&L Group but also for the entire nation of Namibia. Sven Thieme's passionate leadership and commitment have played an instrumental role in […] todayOctober 18, 2023 12