OMEGA 1 – A beekeeper from Omega 1 within the Bwabwata National Park in Kavango East, David Mushavanga, has branded his honey as ‘Bushman honey’, and called on government to protect these crucial bee species. This, he stressed, will be done through investing in beekeeping projects. Mushavanga said bees are vital for any ecosystem to...
Atleast 40 candidates who applied for business training under the MTC 4 Life programme have commenced the hands-on three-week training in various trades such as upholstery, hairdressing styling, barbering, carpentry, welding, electricity and solar, and brick manufacturing. The training is being conducted in Ondangwa, Katima Mulilo, Swakopmund, and Windhoek. Gervasiu Isaak (28) from Omitara in Omaheke...
Namibia has recorded cumulative net foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows of N$114.9 billion since 2021, marking a resurgence in investor confidence fuelled by major hydrocarbon discoveries and sweeping reforms to create an attractive investment environment. This was revealed on Wednesday in Windhoek during the launch of Namibia’s FDI report, which marked a significant moment for...
TOKYO – Japan’s Nissan posted an annual net loss of US$4.5 billion on Tuesday while saying it plans to cut 15% of its global workforce and warned about the possible impact of US tariffs. The heavily indebted carmaker, whose mooted merger with Honda collapsed this year, is slashing production as part of its expensive business...
For years, building wealth in Namibia appeared to be the preserve of a lucky few, high-paid professionals, successful business persons, or those with wealth passed down from generations. Traditional investment vehicles like housing, shares, and pension assets have been the cornerstones of building wealth, yet they are often beyond the financial reach of ordinary citizens....
Creative Namibian craft entrepreneurs from the Khomas and Zambezi regions have taken exciting steps to grow their businesses and sharpen their skills through a European Union (EU) funded workshop under the EU-Namibia Craft Project. The initiative is supported by the Cultural Relations Platform. The training, which took place between April and May, focused on practical...
NEW YORK – Boeing commercial plane deliveries rose slightly in April despite a hit from the United States’ (US) trade war with China, according to figures released Tuesday. The American aviation giant delivered 45 commercial aircraft, up from 41 in March, the data showed. Yet, only two planes went to Chinese customers during the month,...
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) has formed a strategic partnership with a global company, Atlas Professionals, to roll out an offshore training programme for the youth. This programme, called the Greenhand Programme, has been successfully implemented in other countries, including Aberdeen in the United Kingdom, Brazil, and is currently underway in Suriname. Following these...
Namibia’s trade balance worsened in March 2025, recording a deficit of N$2.7 billion, according to the latest Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). This marks a deterioration from the N$2.0 billion deficit recorded in February, though it reflects an improvement from the N$4.6 billion shortfall registered in March 2024. Releasing...
Niita Evaristus In a world where 70% of medical decisions hinge on pathology testing, the Namibia Institute of Pathology Limited (NIP) stands as the unshakeable backbone of the nation’s healthcare system. From determining HIV viral loads to detecting drug-resistant tuberculosis strains, NIP’s precision directly shapes patient outcomes. As CEO, Kapena Tjombonde during Laboratory Professionals...