Paratus Namibia on Tuesday evening introduced the latest innovations in mobile connectivity, showcasing how Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) are set to transform the way Namibians communicate. The network is built entirely on 4G LTE, making Paratus the first operator in the country to exclusively deploy a network designed for the...
LONDON – A global bond selloff extended yesterday, sending yields in Japan to record levels, and gold reached a new peak, as investors fret over mounting government debt. European equities firmed while Asia’s major stock markets were in the red. “Government bond yields have jumped sharply in recent days, largely because investors are demanding a...
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has raised concerns over a significant increase in online scams across the country in recent weeks, warning that the trend poses a threat to consumer safety and national digital security. In response, the regulatory authority is calling for intensified efforts to educate the public on the importance of...
Rebuilding financial health after a default, primarily once a judgment has been obtained or assets have been repossessed and auctioned, can be daunting but achievable. With the right strategies and commitment, individuals and small businesses can recover, enhance their credit scores, and regain trust with financial institutions. The following are a few hints and tips...
Namibia’s mining industry is undergoing rapid transformation. New investments are flowing in, digital tools are reshaping operations, and policy debates rightly focus on how Namibians can capture more of the value beneath the soil. During such pivotal moments, workers need a union that is present, principled, and pragmatic. Since I was elected General Secretary of...
At 28-years-old, Gabriel Shikongo is using a childhood lesson from his grandmother to fight deforestation and improve farming in Namibia. Shikongo, a trained police officer and former University of Namibia student, remembers how his grandmother used ash in the mahangu field to keep away pests and keep the soil fertile. That memory inspired him to...
Pinehas K Pinehas 24-year-old young entrepreneur Anna Ndapewa Nghishiiko decided not to let her culinary, planning and logistical skills go unused. She dared to try the entrepreneurship space and established her own food catering business, following her love for cooking and servicing people. “I enjoyed preparing meals for family and friends, and over time, I...
Namibia will incorporate nuclear energy into its energy mix and intensify economic diplomacy efforts as part of a broader drive to advance national development and regional integration, Minister of International Relations and Trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi said on Friday. Speaking at her first diplomatic briefing since assuming office, Ashipala-Musavyi said the decision to bring international relations,...
Namibia’s Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, has expressed strong appreciation for the European Union’s ongoing support of the country’s developmental efforts, highlighting key projects that strengthen the partnership between Namibia and the EU. Speaking during the Namibia-EU Partnership Dialogue in Windhoek yesterday, Ashipala-Musavyi highlighted several major initiatives supported by the EU, including...
Vice President Lucia Witbooi will represent Namibia at the fourth Intra-Africa Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers, Algeria. According to a statement issued by the Presidency, Witbooi will attend the fair on behalf of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, following an invitation by Algerian president Abdelmajid Tebboune. The IATF2025, organised by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration...