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Records broken at recent NASFED gala
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Records broken at recent NASFED gala

The Bank Windhoek, Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation’s (Nasfed) fourth Long Course Gala held last weekend at Olympia Swimming Pool set new records, as more than 100 athletes competed in 34 events.  Roselinda Matyayi from Aqua Swimming and Fitness Club set a record for the 13-14 girls’ 50 metre backstroke with a time of 30.61 seconds....

Cran promotes digital safety
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Cran promotes digital safety

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has embarked on dual initiatives that highlight a comprehensive approach to enhance telecommunications compliance while simultaneously empowering the youth for a safer digital future.  As Namibia progresses in its telecommunications journey, CRAN remains committed to ensuring that regulatory frameworks and educational outreach serve to protect and benefit all...

Pupkewitz invest N$220 million into new Lifestyle store
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Pupkewitz invest N$220 million into new Lifestyle store

Pupkewitz Megabuild celebrated the official ribbon-cutting and grand opening of its new Megabuild Lifestyle store in Kleine Kuppe last week. This N$ 220million investment represents a significant commitment to Namibia and its people, taking the Megabuild Lifestyle vision – first pioneered in 2014 – to new heights. The keynote address was delivered by Mateus Kaholongo,...

EU embarks on Blue Benguela Current Action …to strengthen governance and sustainable blue economy
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EU embarks on Blue Benguela Current Action …to strengthen governance and sustainable blue economy

The European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation this week launched a new project to implement the Blue Benguela Current Action programme.  The programme was launched at an event in Swakopmund on Wednesday.  This regional initiative aims to enhance governance and cross-border cooperation for the sustainable management of the Benguela Current...

Audi’s RS Q8: Most powerful combustion vehicle yet
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Audi’s RS Q8: Most powerful combustion vehicle yet

Audi has rounded out the updated Audi Q8 model range with the RS Q8 performance, the new flagship of its SUV offering.  Its increased output of 471kW makes the RS Q8 performance SUV the most powerful series-produced combustion model in the history of Audi Sport GmbH. Furthermore, the RS Q8 performance boasts outstanding driving dynamics,...

TotalEnergies to use green hydrogen to decarbonise refinery 
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TotalEnergies to use green hydrogen to decarbonise refinery 

In line with its 2030 ambition to decarbonise the hydrogen used in its European refineries, TotalEnergies has signed an agreement with German developer RWE to supply 30 000 tonnes of green hydrogen a year to the German Leuna refinery for 15 years, beginning in 2030. The green hydrogen will be produced by a 300 MW...

Nedbank celebrates excellence and growth with top achievers
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Nedbank celebrates excellence and growth with top achievers

In February, Nedbank Namibia hosted its prestigious Top Achievers Awards, an annual event dedicated to recognising and celebrating the remarkable contributions of its employees over the past year.  The ceremony was a platform to honour individuals and teams whose dedication, innovation and commitment to excellence have driven the bank’s success and growth. The awards acknowledged...

Global response to Capricorn’s water-energy nexus challenge
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Global response to Capricorn’s water-energy nexus challenge

The Capricorn Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), the Network for Global Innovation (NGIN) and Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) Namibia, recently launched the global Just Transition to the Future (JTF) Water-Energy Nexus Open Innovation Challenge.  The aim of the challenge is to address critical challenges surrounding water and energy in Namibia’s...

Higher inflation expected by end of 2025
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Higher inflation expected by end of 2025

Domestic inflation is expected to gradually rise and reach 4.5% year-on-year (y/y) by the end of 2025.  The upside risks primarily pushing inflation higher include higher oil prices, potential geopolitical tensions as well as higher food, rental and utility prices in the short-term.  This outlook is according to the latest First National Bank Consumer Price...

School chess contest attracts players
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School chess contest attracts players

The Bank Windhoek 2025 School Closed Chess Championships took place on Saturday at Windhoek High School. The event was the grand final for the top three winners from the previously-held zonal tournaments across various regions. With an impressive turnout of 270 players, participants travelled from the far north, south and coastal areas of Namibia. Acting...