The Bank of Namibia (BoN), in its capacity as the secretariat of the National Technical Working Group (TWG) on Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs), in collaboration with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), successfully conducted a three-day workshop and training session focused on the measurement, response and mitigation of IFFs through the implementation of effective polic
Construction industry pins hopes on oil, hydrogen
Following a significant decline in building plan completions so far this year as compared to last year, the suffering local construction industry is hoping that substantial investment in infrastructure and related projects connected to the burgeoning oil and green hydrogen industries could serve as a lifeline.
Amakali triumphs in Winna Mariba
In an evening charged with anticipation and suspense, the eleventh episode of Trustco Winna Mariba Powered by NBC delivered high-stakes drama to viewers across Namibia.
Goethe-Institut hosts reading of debut novel
A reading of Walter Hurst Williamson’s novel ‘The Sands Shall Witness’ will take place Thursday at the Goethe-Institut Namibia library, starting at 19h00.
The Doek Literary Festival returns
Doek, in partnership with Bank Windhoek, is proud to announce the second edition of the Doek Literary Festival, which will take place at the Goethe-Institut in Windhoek from 21 until 24 August 2024 free of charge.
Opinion – Imperative of youth development in small towns
In the quiet corners of our nation, where the streets are familiar and neighbours are more than just acquaintances, lies the beating heart of our future – our youth. Small towns harbour a unique charm, but they also face distinctive challenges, especially concerning the nurturing and development of their young populace.
Opinion – Namibian unemployment: A system failure?
Since independence, Namibia’s unemployment rate has been a problem, especially among the youth. This has undoubtedly led to many social, psychological and economic problems, to mention but a few.
Ministry cuts middleman
In a significant move to streamline financial processes and ensure timely payouts to schools, the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has announced the centralisation of payments, beginning with the academic year 2024.
Swapo’s big weekend
As the election campaign calendar takes shape, Swapo’s weekend was nothing short of active.
Namibia advocates AGOA, AfCFTA marriage
Trade minister Lucia Iipumbu has called for a tangible connection between the two-decades-old African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and the relatively new kid on the block, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).









