Commencing on 22 September, FlySafair will operate a twice-weekly service connecting Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek. Air Connect Namibia welcomed the introduction of the route, which will increase regional integration, making it easier for both tourists and business travellers to explore and experience the diverse cultures and...
The “Localising Green Industries in Namibia” study, conducted by Systemiq from December 2023 to May this year, was officially launched on Tuesday at a side-event during the ongoing Global African Hydrogen Summit. The session aimed to present and discuss the study’s findings and recommendations with key stakeholders from the government and private sector. Furthermore, to...
MINEs and Energy minister Tom Alweendo said the potential for green hydrogen to transform Africa’s energy landscape is increasingly recognised, with calls for collaboration rather than competition among nations. As Namibia positions itself as a key player in this emerging sector, he said the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a crucial vehicle to...
Windhoek High Court Judge Thomas Masuku this morning reversed the decision of the Electoral Commission of Namibia to deregister the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters as a political party.
As Namibia approaches the 27 November elections, the question of a rerun for the presidential race is critical. This is possible since more votes might be split amongst political parties and independent candidates, those who stood on their own. The establishment of political parties such as the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) (a threat not...
It is no longer a secret that Namibians are heading to the polls on 27 November this year, and have undergone such exercise many times. Still, the tempo changes slightly, depending on the election and the national interests at stake during the campaigns. During these campaigns, some political parties often become deeply polarised, leading to...
Rudolf Gaiseb From the capital’s city centre to the four corners of the country, women and men, young and old, engage in small-scale trade along the streets and in open markets to make ends meet. This is the life of many Namibians who decided to work for themselves and their families by engaging in the...
Almost 700 Swapo delegates will descend on the capital from today to elect the governing party’s next crop of parliamentarians. As the Swapo Party gears up for its highly-anticipated electoral college, deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga has assured the public that all preparations are complete. It is all systems go for the showdown, which has...
BEIJING – President Nangolo Mbumba yesterday stated that Namibia’s unique blend of political stability, friendly people and abundant natural resources makes it a conducive business environment that fuels economic growth. While inviting prospective Chinese businesses to the country, the President added that Namibia is committed to achieving economic self-reliance, and to transition from reliance on...
Lahja Nashuuta Urban and Rural Development minister Erastus Uutoni has nullified the appointment of the strategic executive for finance at the Khorixas Town Council. He slashed the appointment of Jorgen /Urib on 22 August 2024, citing the council’s failure to comply with recruitment and selection regulations as per the Local Authorities Act. The Khorixas Town...