Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Ithete, announced on Tuesday that the govermnent is actively consulting with industry stakeholders on mechanisms that will promote 51% Namibian ownership in new mining ventures. “We believe that local empowerment is not only a matter of social justice, but also a cornerstone for long-term...
The fourth fistball tournament of 2025 is scheduled to take place this Saturday in Swakopmund. The event will feature three categories with a total of 14 teams competing. The first matches will kick off at 08h30. In the U/18 youth category, five teams will vie for the title, two teams each from Sport Klub Windhoek...
The Bankers Association of Namibia (BAN) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive education and skills development by donating N$100 000 to the University of Namibia (UNAM). The donation was made at the second annual chancellor’s charity gala dinner on Friday at the Windhoek Country Club Resort. The event was hosted by the University of Namibia Foundation under...
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has extended its deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Charles Kauraisa, following his passing on Sunday. On behalf of the executive council, management, staff of the NFA and the entire Namibian football fraternity, the association expressed sorrow at the loss of a man described...
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments form part of B2Gold Namibia’s long-term sustainability strategy and are distinct from operational staffing decisions. The company believes that strong community relations and targeted investments in health, education, livelihoods, and environmental initiatives are essential during every phase of the Life of Mine. Recently, B2Gold re-evaluated and refined its CSR strategy...
Increased supply from oil-producing countries around the world, coupled with weakened consumption stemming from economic uncertainties, are some of the factors that will see Namibian fuel prices remaining unchanged for August 2025. In addition, a slight appreciation of the Namibia Dollar compared to the US Dollar helped cushion the impact of rising international diesel prices...
The Ministry of International Relations and Trade (MIRT) in conjunction with the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME) is undertaking regional engagements with the Namibian business community, designed to facilitate Namibia’s integration into the continental trade framework under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The upcoming business engagements are scheduled to take place...
The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor), together with its joint venture partners Rhino Resources (Operator), Azule Energy and Korres Investments, have commenced with the spudding of the Volans-1X exploration well, located offshore Namibia within Block PEL 85 of the Orange Basin. Drilling is being carried out by the semi-submersible Deepsea Mira, operated by Northern...
The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) released the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Development Index (DI) in July 2025. The index measures the level of Universal and Meaningful Connectivity (UMC) of 164 members states for the period 2025. The UMC concept is based on the premise that realising the full potential of connectivity requires more than...
The Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) recently announced it had initiated an investigation against law firm Dr. Weder, Kauta & Hoveka Inc and Bank Windhoek in terms of Section 33 of the Namibian Competition Act No. 2 of 2003. The investigation, which commenced in 2022, followed allegations of exclusive dealings pertaining to property conveyance services. In...