insert_link Business / Economics Green Hydrogen Commissioner gives a progress update Namibia's green hydrogen plans have attracted interest from several countries, including European nations. At a press conference in Windhoek on Wednesday, Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe gave an update on the progress of these projects. Mnyupe said that Namibia is currently developing about eight green hydrogen projects that are at various stages. Among these, the Daures project is nearing completion, with expectations to finalise by the end of […] today28 August, 2024
insert_link Local Groundbreaking ceremony marks a milestone in Capricorn Group’s journey of positive change Capricorn Group marked a historic milestone on August 20 with the commencement of construction for a significant new development in Windhoek's central business district. Located next to the Capricorn Group building at the corner of Independence Avenue and Kasino Street, the groundbreaking ceremony represents a transformative journey for the Group’s employees, customers, and the surrounding business community. It also signifies Capricorn Group’s commitment to contributing meaningfully to the […] today20 August, 2024
insert_link Local Nedbank Windhoek pedal power race series 5 (WPP5) set for Sunday The fifth and second last round of the 2024 Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power Race Series (WPP), is set to take place on Sunday, 18 August, at Dobra Loops on the outskirts of Windhoek along the B1 Highway. Over 120 riders are expected to participate, with registration having closed on Wednesday, 14 August. The race will begin at 08h00, and there will be no registration on the day. One […] today14 August, 2024
insert_link Local The Bank Windhoek Red Run attracts 1700 running enthusiasts With approximately 1,700 participants having registered for the much-anticipated Bank Windhoek Red Run, the event is expected to be a memorable, active, and thrilling experience. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, 10 August 2024, starting at 06:30 am, at Zoo Park in Windhoek, the Bank Windhoek Red Run is a collaboration between the /Ae //Gams Sports Club and Bank Windhoek. It will challenge participants to complete over five kilometres […] today8 August, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Mining expo focuses on expansion opportunities The 11th edition of the Mining Expo & Conference 2024 is underway in Windhoek, bringing together industry experts in the mining sector. Speaking at the event, Zebra Kasete, Vice President of the Chamber of Mines and Managing Director of Dundee Precious Metals in Tsumeb, highlighted that the surge in the uranium sub-sector is driving expansion opportunities in the mining industry. During the opening of the expo on Wednesday, […] today7 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia City of Windhoek and IUM partner on student internship and training The City of Windhoek and the International University of Management signed a memorandum of understanding. The memorandum of understanding includes curriculum development and capacity building, practical training, including job attachments and student internships in, Hospitality and Tourism, Business Administration, Accounting, Environmental Management, International Relations and Diplomacy, Information Communication and Technology, and Water Resources Management. Here is the City of Windhoek's spokesperson Lydia Amutenya. today25 July, 2024
insert_link Local San Antonio Mayor Visits Windhoek The City of Windhoek is honored to host His Worship Ron Nirenberg, Mayor of San Antonio, and his delegation, from 24 to 28 July 2024. This visit marks a significant milestone in the relationship between the two cities, which was formalized with the signing of a Sister Cities Agreement in October 2016. Windhoek is proud to be the first African city to have signed such an agreement with […] today24 July, 2024
Namibia African elections workshop spotlights declining faith in democracy https://youtu.be/3CXvRhZQnss By Selma Taapopi An Afrobarometer survey of 30 African countries, including Namibia, shows a decline in a preference for democracy. Seventy-three percent of Africans preferred democracy between 2011/2013 as opposed to 66% in 2021/2023. In Namibia, the preference for democracy among citizens dwindled from 64% to 55%. Open Society Foundations senior advisor on advocacy Jeggan Grey-Johnson said the data indicates a loss of faith in democratic elections. Grey-Johnson shared this […] today24 July, 2024
insert_link Local Three more qualify for Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off Final The third preliminary round in the Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off competition took place last weekend in Windhoek, where three contestants qualified for the competition final slated for 24 August in Ongwediva. From the 60 contests who took part in the preliminary round on Saturday, 20 July, Hasheni Mandume, Maria Mumbala and Sxelse Tsamases, emerged on top, and will join six other finalists to compete in the final for the […] today22 July, 2024
