insert_link Local EU-twinning project elevates Namibia’s trade landscape: A boost for economic growth Following an intensive 24-months of facilitation, training, peer-to-peer learning, and diverse events, the European Union-funded Twinning Project titled "Support to the Namibian Standards Institution" successfully concludes on 31 January 2024, marking a significant milestone in boosting Namibia's trade capabilities. This was revealed at the closing event, hosted at Droombos to take stock and celebrate the success of the first of its kind EU funded twinning project in Southern […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Vice President Mbumba calls for expanded job opportunities for the youth Vice President Nangolo Mbumba is calling on the public and private sectors to open up employment opportunities not only for National Youth Service graduates but also for university graduates. Mbumba says the government recognises the plight of the youth and the many challenges they face, such as a lack of skills and high unemployment. According to the Vice President, the government has prioritised addressing these challenges through various institutions. todayDecember 12, 2023 49
insert_link Namibia Tsumeb, Road Fund Administration, and Roads Authority sign MoU The Municipality of Tsumeb, along with the Road Fund Administration and Roads Authority, has entered into a three-year Memorandum of Understanding to rehabilitate key roads in the town. Nampa reports that the Road Fund Administration’s CEO, Ali Ipinge, announced a commitment of N$19.9 million for the 2024/25 financial year and N$20 million for the subsequent year. The funds will support the rehabilitation of Hage Geingob Drive, a 2.1-kilometer road entering […] todayDecember 6, 2023 15
insert_link Africa East DR Congo: president’s elusive bid for peace Felix Tshisekedi became president of the Democratic Republic of Congo in January 2019 and promised to pacify the east, the scene of decades of militia violence. Nearly five years on, peace in the turbulent region remains elusive, with the security crisis a key issue in December 20 polls in which Tshisekedi is seeking re-election. Here are the main statements and decisions on the crisis made by the president during his […] todayDecember 6, 2023 5
insert_link Africa Zambia yet to retrieve trapped miners days later Zambian officials have been unable to locate dozens of illegal miners believed to be trapped after a mudslide at an open cast copper mine on Friday. According to the BBC, the accident in Zambia's northern Copperbelt province occurred after heavy rains. Rescue teams have been pumping water from the underground pits at the Sesili mine in Chingola but have not made contact with the miners. todayDecember 4, 2023 5
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia Grape Company partners with Capespan for exports Namibia has commissioned the export of its first-ever shipment of homegrown table grapes to European countries through the port of Walvis Bay on Wednesday. According to the Namibia Press Agency, the 250-container consignment from Aussenkehr was made possible through a partnership between Namibia Grape Company, a National Youth Service subsidiary, and Capespan. Minister of Youth and Sports Agnes Tjongarero referred to the deal as a significant milestone for economic growth […] todayNovember 30, 2023 57
insert_link Namibia Government rolls out food voucher system to all 14 regions The government is rolling out its food voucher system to all 14 regions following a successful pilot in the Oshana Region. According to the Namibia Press Agency, as part of the Commodity and Beneficiary Management Information System, an alternative drought relief delivery mechanism, the system digitizes and automates the food relief beneficiary system. Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah explained that beneficiaries will use vouchers to redeem food items at local […] todayNovember 29, 2023 17
insert_link Africa Zimbabwe emerges as global leader in blueberry exports In a noteworthy development, Zimbabwe is making strides in reclaiming its status as Africa's breadbasket, with a recent report by East Fruit Analyst highlighting a remarkable increase in blueberry exports. Contrary to prevailing challenges, this positive trend shows a potential economic turnaround for the country. According to the East Fruit Analyst report, Zimbabwe has outpaced global competitors in blueberry exports, experiencing an impressive 63% annual growth over the past five […] todayNovember 28, 2023 19
insert_link Africa Trial against Zambia’s former first lady begins A trial against Zambia's former first lady Esther Lungu, the wife of ex-President Edgar Lungu, has begun in Lusaka. The BBC reports that she has been charged with the theft of three vehicles, theft of a title for a property in Lusaka, and possession of $400,000 alleged to be proceeds of crime. todayNovember 28, 2023 14