Sustainable Development

INTERVIEW: Business and Economics Researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama on Green Bonds

In a recent discussion, Business and Economics researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama highlighted the importance of Green Bonds as a crucial financial tool for promoting sustainability in Namibia. Sheehama echoed the sentiments of the Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, who emphasized the need for private sector engagement in combating climate change. Since 2005, many banks in Namibia have begun issuing Green Bonds to raise funds for sustainable initiatives. According to […]

22 October, 2024

Business / Economics

Financial restructuring strengthens NAMCOR’s performance

The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia has given an update on its efforts to become a leading energy company. According to Paulo Coelho, Manager of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations, Namcor is focusing on financial restructuring, improving operations, and accountability to strengthen its performance.

2 October, 2024

Namibia

President Nangolo Mbumba calls for action at Summit of the Future

President Nangolo Mbumba, speaking at the Summit of the Future, said it represents a timely and pressing call to choose a path toward peace, prosperity, and sustainable development. In his opening address at the summit, which Namibia is co-facilitating with Germany, President Mbumba urged UN member states to pool their resources and tackle global crises directly. Meanwhile, African countries are struggling with crippling debt burdens, spending more on […]

24 September, 2024

Local

ATIDI Supports Education for Displaced Children in Burundi through its CSR Program

The African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) has announced a financial contribution of $40,000 to Street Child in Burundi. This contribution is aimed at improving educational opportunities for displaced children in Gatumba and reflects ATIDI’s dedication to tackling critical social issues and promoting sustainable development. Through its CSR programs, ATIDI is committed to advancing sustainable development, addressing pressing social challenges, and fostering economic stability across Africa. Burundi […]

12 September, 2024

Local

Kraatz welcomes university of Namibia students for an immersive learning experience

Kraatz, a proud subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group of Companies, recently hosted a group of 3rd and 4th-year Civil Engineering students from the University of Namibia (UNAM) at its Walvis Bay headquarters. This initiative, in alignment with O&L’s Vision 2029 and their core values of being authentic, caring, and passionate, underscores Kraatz’s commitment to fostering local talent and contributing to Namibia’s sustainable development. The visit […]

5 September, 2024

Namibia

United Nations report criticizes Namibia’s SDG scores

The Head of Governance at UN Namibia, Alka Bhatia says the Global Progress Report on Sustainable Development Goals does not give Namibia a good score on peace, justice, and strong institutions. SDG 16 promotes peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, access to justice for all, and building effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels.

4 September, 2024

Opinion Pieces

Assessing opportunities and drawbacks, building nuclear power plant reactor to meet Namibia’s electricity needs

Opinion Piece Josef Kefas Sheehama Energy security demands a reduction in reliance on imported fossil fuels as everyone braces for the potential of an impending energy apocalypse. Namibia must prioritize building a nuclear power plant reactor if it wants to surpass its current position and become a leader in energy self-sufficiency. The most cost-effective way for Namibia to boost energy security and resilience while diversifying its sources of electricity […]

8 August, 2024

Africa

Green energy for all: Zimbabwe will need a new social contract to roll out projects like solar power

By Ellen Fungisai Chipango, University of Johannesburg and Long Seng To, Loughborough University The Zimbabwean government is racing against time to meet the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 7: affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030. However, the race towards green energy is top-down and mostly privatised. New technology is being introduced or sold to individuals or small families, but renewable […]

31 July, 2024

Environment

UN chief calls for cooperation on heat wave impact

The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is calling for an urgent and concerted effort to strengthen international cooperation to address extreme heat. Guterres says extreme heat is increasingly tearing through economies, widening inequalities, undermining the Sustainable Development Goals and killing people.

30 July, 2024