The White House unveiled almost US$20 billion in new grants and loans on Wednesday to support Intel’s US chip-making facilities, marking the Biden administration’s largest funding announcement yet as it tackles China’s dominance of the crucial technology.
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ECN rejects UPM-NEFC marriage proposal
THE Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has rejected the United People’s Movement and National Empowerment Fighting Corruption’s application to contest the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections as an alliance, under an umbrella called Alliance Christian Democratic Organisation (ACDO).
Opinion – Focus on vocational education, real life skills
This is a hotly debated topic that often divides opinion, and I think every student thinks about this and asks, why don’t they teach us about important topics like how to make money and how to manage it, how to manage time, how to be patient, critical thinking skills, and being creative?
Opinion – Joining Opec, shaping international energy relations
Namibia’s possible interest in joining the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries might originate from a number of foreign relations considerations:
UK inflation slows to lowest level
Britain’s annual inflation rate fell more than expected in February, official data showed Wednesday, fuelling speculation that the Bank of England will start cutting interest rates in the coming months. Inflation reached 3.4% last month – the lowest level since September 2021 – after hitting 4.0% in January, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Opinion – Namibia’s nuclear energy opportunities, challenges
As Namibia strives to use its huge uranium deposits for economic growth, officials face a complicated set of opportunities and constraints.
Opinion – Western troops in Ukraine: How a big lie could lead to the biggest war
The current situation in the conflict between Ukraine – serving (while being demolished) as a proxy for the West – and Russia, can be sketched in three broad strokes.
Opinion – A journey of progress and challenges
As Namibia marked its 34th year of independence, the nation reflects on its remarkable journey since gaining freedom from colonial rule in 1990.
Opinion – Independence’s significance to the youth
Every country has a history to tell, preserve, and pass on to generations to come. And so is the Namibian history of independence, which was pursued through the barrel of the gun as well as by diplomatic means.
Letter – The extrinsic motivation dilemma
Generally, motivation is often hailed as the key to success, the magic ingredient that propels individuals to achieve their goals.








