Namibia’s National Blue Economy Policy is a comprehensive framework designed to harness the vast potential of its aquatic ecosystems for national prosperity. The policy is based on the pillars of environmental protection, sustainable production and social inclusivity. The policy aims to create a future where economic benefits from sectors like fisheries, marine transport, aquaculture and...
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) has provided an update on its continued commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and Investment (CSRI) and the positive impact it has had on various communities in Namibia. As part of Namfisa’s CSRI initiatives, the authority has prioritised N$447 239 in support of educational, cultural, and social programmes aimed...
The ExxonMobil Foundation, the primary philanthropic arm of Exxon Mobil Corporation in the United States, has renewed its agreement with Junior Achievement (JA) Africa for the second year of the ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Africa competition with an increased grant of US$385 000 (aout N$6.8 million). The programme aims to equip approximately 3 000 students across...
The Business and Intellectual Property Authority (Bipa) will soon move its head office in Windhoek to a new home. From 1 July 2025, Bipa will be operating from 172 Jan Jonker Road, Ausspanplatz, the former SME Bank building, in a move that signals a bold step forward in how the authority serves clients and the...
The Bank of Namibia (BoN) and the University of Namibia (Unam) have renewed their focus on joint research that directly engages domestic developmental challenges. In a renewed Research Cooperation Agreement signed last week, the two national institutions aligned their academic and research cooperation with national policy frameworks including Vision 2030 and the National Development Plans,...
Making its global debut at the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, the all-new Jaecoo J5 is a striking new crossover that expands the brand’s presence with a more accessible and compact offering. Positioned below the J7, the more compact J5 brings the Jaecoo marque within reach of Namibians seeking a premium SUV experience at a more accessible price...
In a landmark event this week, the Namibia Institute of Pathology Limited (NIP) unveiled a state-of-the-art innovation hub for laboratory consumables in Swakopmund’s New Industrial Area. This development marks a transformative leap toward Namibia’s healthcare self-reliance and industrial innovation. The facility, inaugurated by Dr Vaino Shivute, NIP board deputy chairperson, positions Namibia as a regional...
In a pivotal step towards accelerating Namibia’s digital transformation, Audrin Mathe, executive director in the information and communication technology ministry (MICT), recently led a high-level delegation to Telecom Namibia’s head office. The delegation was welcomed by Stanley Shanapinda, CEO of Telecom Namibia, and his executive committee. The visit reaffirmed a shared commitment to advancing the...
Entries for the 2025 Nedbank Desert Dash, which is set to take place from 5 to 6 December from Windhoek to Swakopmund, have officially opened with the solo riders’ category on Monday. The two-person-team category entries will open on 9 June, followed by the most anticipated four-person team category set to open in June. Entries...
The Capricorn Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to address malnutrition and hunger in Namibia through a partnership with the Gondwana Meal4Two Programme. It committed N$600 000 for nutritional meals support across the country and N$1.4 million towards Genesis Namibia to address malnutrition in the Omaheke region. According to the UN World Food Programme, Namibia is experiencing...