Another star-studded second edition of the Rumble in the City is headed to the coast next weekend. This time, it is themed “Ma/Gaisa Rumble at the Coast.” Sendelly !Gonteb, who is part of the organising committee, told VIBEZ! that preparations have been going very well, as this time they plan on hosting a Sunday edition. ...
Angola has taken a proactive approach with the deployment of SITA’s Advance Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record Gateway (API PNR Gateway) at Dr António Agostinho Neto International Airport. The new system is supported by SITA’s Passenger Information Unit (PIU) consultancy services. As aviation’s tech engine, SITA aims to make travel safer, easier, and more...
The Petroleum Training and Education Fund (Petrofund) this week unveiled its new brand identity, inaugurated its head office and launched its revamped website alongside PetroConnect, a digital CV repository system. Petrofund’s refreshed brand identity features two intertwined petroleum drops, symbolising strong collaboration between public and private institutions and reaffirming Namibia’s commitment to developing local expertise...
The Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) recently held its 2025 annual awards ceremony in Windhoek to honour the achievements and outstanding growth of its players and community. The sport is enjoying one of its most successful periods, with a wave of achievements that reflect three decades of steady growth and rising player talent across the country.The...
On 21 November, the 23rd Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition opened at the Canton Fair Complex, where JAC Motors showcased its latest high-end, intelligent vehicles, highlighting the company’s strategic shift from traditional manufacturing to a forward-looking, technology-driven mobility enterprise. Led by the innovative MAEXTRO S800, JAC Motors showcased two DEFINE concept cars, the T9 PHEV, the...
Key to the Paratus Group’s impressive expansion plan has been the addition of East Africa, and Martin Cox, chief commercial officer, who has spearheaded the group’s efforts to make it a reality. When Cox joined the Paratus Group in 2021, his principal mandate was to champion the group’s ambitious expansion across Africa. “I’m very proud...
The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN), through its investment arm, the Namibia Miners Investment Trust (Namit), in partnership with the Labour Resource and Research Institute (LaRRI), hosted its graduation ceremony in Windhoek, with 173 students attaining their Labour Law Certificates. MUN and Namit continue to invest in the empowerment and upskilling of its members through...
A specialised welding training workshop is scheduled to be held in Outapi, in the Omusati region, from 15 -19 December. The Nakayale Vocational Training Centre is scheduled to host the training. The programme expects to host 20 participants and equip them with basic welding skills to promote welding in the country. Welding is a cornerstone...
Standard Bank Namibia marked the successful culmination of the Blue Growth Series, a pioneering four-month MSME capacity-building pilot that has empowered 40 promising Namibian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across diverse economic sectors, in both the formal and informal phases of business. The programme culminated in a vibrant closing event at Standard Bank’s headquarters,...
Cricket Namibia has appointed former South African cricketer and cricket coach, Gary Kirsten, as a consultant for the Namibian national men’s cricket team. According to Cricket Namibia, Kirsten holds a rich international playing and coaching career and brings to the team a deep understanding of high-performance cricket and the potential to elevate Namibian cricket. Kirsten...