Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture in Namibia Dino Ballotti yesterday launched the Namibia State of Skills Demand and Supply report. The report presents a comprehensive assessment of the current state of skills supply and demand in Namibia, providing crucial evidence base for policymakers, educators and industry stakeholders. The report is...
Outgoing Roads Authority Chief Executive Officer Conrad Lutombi says Namibia’s road network belongs to all citizens, regardless of political affiliation. Speaking to New Era on Thursday, as he reflected on his 14-year journey at the institution, Lutombi stressed that “roads have no politics”, adding that every person in Namibia should be able to enjoy quality...
Pricilla Mukokobi Hilma Nalupe Poise, grace, confidence, and authenticity are some of the qualities exuding through Namibia’s stubborn dreamer, Johanna Swartbooi, as she struts the runway stage at the 74th Miss Universe in Pak Kret, Thailand. From the swimwear to the national costume, which pays homage to the craftsmanship of Namibia’s seven distinct indigenous groups...
Outgoing chief executive officer of the Roads Authority, Conrade Lutombi, says road transport remains the most important means of travel in Namibia. He noted that in many rural areas, roads are the only way people can access essential services. He was speaking at the Roads Authority committee and Board Meetings of the Association of Southern...
United Africa Group (UAG) launched the United PayPoint yesterday. A new FinTech company was created to make financial services simple and accessible for people across Namibia. United PayPoint, is a fully licensed Payment Service Provider with authorisation from the Bank of Namibia to issue e-money and provide payment intermediary services, alongside a Micro Lending License...
The Board of Directors of the Bank of Namibia yesterday praised the governor of the central bank Johannes !Gawaxab, for his dedicated leadership during his tenure. This follows an unexpected announcement that the governor will vacate his post at the end of this year. The board cited inflation that remained well contained during his tenure,...
Thomas Kanime, the founder of Kaashi-o Printing Shop and Kaashi Café, built his business from simple beginnings, strong discipline, and a desire to serve his community. Although Kaashi-o Printing Shop opened just over three years ago, the idea started long before that. Kanime worked for more than six years in the printing and office environment....
Adding lashes on top of existing lashes has become more than just a beauty routine for many young women; it has evolved into a form of therapy. In a country where the unemployment rate sits at nearly 40%, small beauty services like lash extensions are helping young people find a way to survive, earn extra...
The European Union (EU), in collaboration with the Port of Rotterdam and Namibia Ports Authority (Namport), signed a N$13 million agreement to support the planning of the Lüderitz Port expansion at Angra Point. According to Martijn Coopman, Programme Manager of International Hydrogen Supply Chains at the Port of Rotterdam, this initiative builds upon the existing...
Head of business and commercial banking at Standard Bank Namibia, Helena Amupolo said that it is important to help entrepreneurs grow and expand their businesses. She explained that many entrepreneurs in Namibia are ambitious and creative, but they need the right support to succeed. She said this at the Market Access and Trade Opportunity Evening...