Business / Economics Japanese government donates agro-inputs to Kavango East region https://youtu.be/ZhvokrCwyHU By: Ellen Shihepo The Japanese government in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and ministry of agriculture donated agricultural inputs to support 1,760 farming households in the Kavango East region last week. Agro-inputs are substances or services that are used in the production of agricultural and allied products. Speaking in Rundu, Japanese Ambassador Shinichi Asazuma said the project is titled “Emergency response to enhance resilience and […] today25 March, 2025
Business / Economics Hei criticizes efficiency of government spending By: Hertha Ekandjo Salomo Hei, Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence, has expressed concerns over the efficiency of government spending, emphasizing that increased expenditure alone will not resolve the country's challenges. Speaking at the recent budget discussions in Windhoek, Hei pointed out that the issues lie not in the amount of money allocated but in the lack of efficiency and tangible outcomes tied to those expenditures. "I think there's challenges […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Nandi-Ndaitwah confident in new leadership https://youtu.be/sMor6mybjrc By: Josia Shigwedha President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed confidence in her newly appointed team. Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia has a pool of committed and qualified individuals ready to serve the nation. She assured the public that her selected team could deliver on the mandate given by the people of Namibia. Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasised that the selection process was difficult due to the high number of qualified and committed Namibians. […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Police launch Criminal Intelligence Analytical Unit By: Rudorf Iyambo The police on Tuesday launched the Criminal Intelligence Analytical Unit in Windhoek. This follows the completion of a training workshop held in February facilitated by the International Criminal Police Organisation’s (INTERPOL) Project ENACT which identified and prepared officers for the unit. Project ENACT is the first of its kind to analyse the scale of organised crime across Africa. Major General Anne-Marie Nainda said a total […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Kuugongelwa-Amadhila stresses need for strong legal framework in oil and gas sectors By: Hertha Ekandjo Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, has emphasised the importance of a strong legal framework and effective public institutions to manage resources in Namibia’s burgeoning oil and gas sectors. She noted that these industries present new opportunities for economic growth, employment, and poverty reduction, but only if managed properly. "Countries endowed with abundant resources but lacking in proper management often face higher levels of poverty," she […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Newly sworn-in President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Newly sworn-in President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on her Cabinet to remain accessible and work closely with various stakeholders, including the private sector, communities, the public, and the media, which she described as the “fourth arm of state.” Speaking at her first Cabinet meeting at State House, President Nandi-Ndaitwah stressed the importance of government transparency and responsiveness. She urged ministers to actively engage with stakeholders to effectively implement policies and […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Nandi-Ndaitwah demands honesty and integrity from Cabinet By: Envaalde Matheus President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa has urged members of Cabinet to act with clarity, integrity, and honesty, and to serve the Namibian people without fail. Nandi-Ndaitwah made this call on Tuesday in Windhoek during the official opening of the work of the 8th Administration and first Cabinet meeting at the State House. “I also urge you to carry out your responsibilities with boldness, transparency, and within the framework of […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Nandi-Ndaitwah delivers an inclusive Cabinet By: Envaalde Matheus Some experts say President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s newly appointed Cabinet is inclusive, prioritizing technocrats and competent individuals over traditional political appointments. Experts commend her for assembling a team that reflects a balance of age, tribal diversity, racial representation, and regional inclusion. They said the President has shifted away from appointing leaders based solely on their struggle credentials. Former diplomat Pius Dunaiski has suggested that experienced ministers who were […] today25 March, 2025
Namibia Kuugongelwa-Amadhila stresses need for strong legal framework in oil and gas sectors By: Hertha Ekandjo Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, has emphasised the importance of a strong legal framework and effective public institutions to manage resources in Namibia’s burgeoning oil and gas sectors. She noted that these industries present new opportunities for economic growth, employment, and poverty reduction, but only if managed properly. "Countries endowed with abundant resources but lacking in proper management often face higher levels of poverty," she […] today24 March, 2025
