The Bank of Namibia (BoN), in collaboration with the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF), held a stakeholder engagement at Otjiwarongo to address the rising cases of illegal financial activities, such as pyramid schemes. The session focused on pensioners, a targeted group due to their guaranteed retirement benefits from GIPF, including lump sums and monthly incomes....
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has stated that despite bringing services closer to Namibians,the challenge of uncollected identity cards (IDs) persists. To address this issue, the ministry commemorated ID Day 2024 on 16 September to raise awareness andpromote dialogue around the key dimensions of legal identity, which are inclusion protection and...
The Emerging Talent Programme, facilitated by Namibia Dairies and other subsidiaries of Ohlthaver & List (O&L), aims to provide sustained support to young Namibians by offering opportunities for internships, mentorship and the possibility of permanent employment. Recently, Namibia Dairies welcomed first and second-year students from the University of Namibia’s (Unam) Food Science and Technology programme...
A group of young people leading Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Namibia participated in a five-day capacity-building training workshop held in Windhoek. The workshop addressed various subjects, including emotional intelligence. Julia Heita, a participant, emphasised that understanding how to recognise, manage and communicate emotions effectively is essential for developing awareness as leaders who are prepared to...
Recently, Malaysia joined the efforts to support Namibia in addressing the drought crisis by committing N$710 400 to the nation’s response plan, stated Deputy Minister of International Relations Jenelly Matundu. She noted that Namibia has intensified its drought relief initiatives, aiming to assist 340 000 households through food distribution, water supply, livestock assistance, and seed...
President Mokgweetsi Masisi stated that borders are artificial and emphasised that the institutions of Botswana and Namibia should collaborate for the benefit of both countries people. The head of state said this today while bidding farewell to Asser Kapere, High Commissioner of Namibia to Botswana.
The organisers of the Navachab Half-Marathon held a press conference this morning, providing updates on the race. They revealed that over 600 entries have been received so far and that the registration deadline has been extended to tomorrow. The race is scheduled for Saturday 21 September. Photo: Pinehas K Pinehas
Paheja Siririka Otniel Hembapu BEIJING/WINDHOEK – The total overhaul and modernisation of the Namibian agriculture sector as well as the empowerment of rural farmers through technology remains key priority areas for the country, President Nangolo Mbumba told with global leaders during the recent Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (Focac) in Beijing, China. For the country to...
BEIJING – President Nangolo Mbumba and China’s Xi Jinping have agreed to deepen the two countries’ cooperation in several areas. The agreement culminated in the Chinese government agreeing to foot the bill for the construction of houses for police officers through a N$1 billion grant. Xi’s government also committed N$500 million for future projects and...
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...