World Food Programme can only secure 20% of drought aid for Southern Africa

World Food Programme can only secure 20% of drought aid for Southern Africa

The United Nations World Food Programme has secured only 20 percent in drought aid for Southern Africa. This is approximately N$ 1.5-billion of its almost eight-billion-target, to address the drought in seven affected countries. The region has been hit hard by the El Niño weather pattern and faces its worst drought in decades. Despite donor support, the WFP can only provide aid to 5.9 million of the 27 million people […]

August 7, 2024 8

Africa

Namibia and Zambia parliaments exchange notes on privileges and disciplines

A delegation from the Zambian Parliament is currently visiting Namibia to study and exchange information on the procedures for handling matters related to members' privileges and discipline. The delegation, composed of members from the Committee on Privileges and Absences, will be engaging with its Namibian counterparts during their seven-day visit. Leader of the delegation, Malungo Chisangano, praised the cordial bilateral relations between the SADC neighbours, which he said […]

July 30, 2024 31

Namibia

SADC’s Electoral Advisory Council to Conduct Pre-Election Goodwill Mission in Namibia

The SADC Electoral Advisory Council will carry out a Pre-Election Assessment Goodwill Mission in Namibia from today to 06 August. This mission is in preparation for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly Elections scheduled for November. Shoki Kandjimi: The Information Communication Technology ministry's spokesperson.

July 29, 2024 22

Africa

Windhoek ranks 7th in Africa for high crime rates

According to the latest crime index statistics by Numbeo, Namibia has the sixth-highest crime index in Africa as of mid-2024, with a score of 63.7. Windhoek ranks as the seventh highest city on the continent with a crime index of 67.6. Socio-economic challenges such as unemployment, inflation, and high living costs, combined with poverty and economic inequality, have contributed to the high crime rate. Meanwhile, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, the […]

July 18, 2024 534

Africa

7th SADC Industrialisation week to be held in Harare

The 7th SADC Industrialisation Week, aimed at driving regional economic growth, is scheduled for 28 July to 2 August 2024 in Harare, Zimbabwe. This public-private engagement platform aims to foster new opportunities for intra-African trade, develop cross-border value chains, and identify investment prospects across Southern Africa. Elijah Mukubonda, spokesperson for the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade.

July 18, 2024 49

Business / Economics

SWAITEX showcases Namibia’s trade and investment potential

Swakopmund, Namibia - The Swakopmund International Trade Expo (SWAITEX) is currently underway, drawing local and international businesses to the coast. Established in 2013, SWAITEX aims to foster networking opportunities and promote business ventures for Namibian entrepreneurs. Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi and First Lady Neo Jane are esteemed guests of honor at SWAITEX 2024, underscoring the event's regional significance. Obrien Simasiku, the Communications Coordinator for SWAITEX, highlighted the diverse participation at […]

July 3, 2024 96

Africa

DR Congo mortar attack kills two S.African soldiers

A mortar attack in the turbulent east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed two South African soldiers and wounded 20 others, the army said Wednesday. South African troops have been deployed in the DRC as part of a Southern African Development Community force helping the government put down a rebellion. The South African National Defence Force said one of its bases was hit by a "mortar attack" on […]

June 26, 2024 8

Namibia

Namibia to host Africa Hospitality Investment Forum

Namibia is hosting the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum from 25 to 27 June 2024, in Windhoek. This event will gather investors, business leaders, government officials, and experts from 41 countries for networking, business meetings, and discussions on hospitality industry trends. It also marks the first time the forum is hosted in Southern Africa. The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board Senior Manager for Marketing, Communications, and Branding, Catherine Shipushu. With […]

June 24, 2024 67

Africa

Africa enters into multi-country visa regime

By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency Africa is moving towards a multi-country visa system, with individual countries and regional blocs working to remove their borders to promote intra-Africa tourism. Southern African countries are the latest to signal their intent to allow tourists to explore more diverse offerings across multiple destinations using a single visa. Leaders from Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, which comprise […]

June 6, 2024 21