The government has allocated N$12 million to provide electricity to 969 peri-urban households in the Hardap and //Kharas regions. In the Hardap region, the electrification projects will benefit communities in Rehoboth, Mariental, Aranos, Hoachanas and Gibeon. In the //Kharas region, the projects will cover Aroab, Bethanie, Berseba, Aus, Grünau and Warmbad. Speaking at the groundbreaking...
The primary objective of a recent Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) engagement in the Erongo region was to consult directly with transport and logistics industry partners to gain a first-hand understanding of emerging sectoral developments. By identifying specific operational bottlenecks that hinder efficiency along Namibia’s strategic corridors, WBCG aims to implement targeted solutions that enhance...
Patrick Kauta and Vivien Chaplin This outlook explores expected trends and developments in Namibian uranium mining, highlighting economic prospects, technological innovation, and the shifting landscape for industry stakeholders. The global uranium market is expected to maintain its upward trajectory in 2026, fuelled by the worldwide transition to nuclear energy as nations seek reliable, low-carbon power...
As Namibia kicks off 2026, the nation’s job crisis has reached critical levels, with official statistics showing persistently high unemployment that threatens economic stability and social cohesion. These statistics, taken from the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA’s) 2023 Labour Force Report, show that three years ago, the national unemployment rate climbed to 36.9%, up from 33.4%...
For many young Namibians, building a successful career goes hand in hand with carrying significant family responsibilities. While they are focused on growth and financial independence, many also act as de facto breadwinners, supporting parents edging toward retirement, younger siblings still in school, and extended family members with ongoing healthcare needs. Geoffrey Namaseb, sales manager...
When the Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos this week, he emphasised the end of the rules-based international order and outlined how Canada was adapting by building strategic autonomy. This is all while maintaining values like human rights and sovereignty. In his speech, Carney spoke about...
Namibia is experiencing a severe water crisis, with its central regions facing dire shortages driven by climate change and infrastructure constraints. As one of the driest countries in sub- Saharan Africa, Namibia’s arid climate and persistently low rainfall continue to make water an increasingly scarce and vulnerable resource. Rapid population growth, urbanisation and industrial expansion...
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a US$10 million loan to Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, marking a critical milestone for Namibia’s ambition to become a global leader in green hydrogen and green ammonia production. While this financial injection is modest in size compared to the project’s staggering overall value of more than US$10 billion, the...
Adolf Kaure The CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN), Gitta Paetzold, notes that the latest tourism numbers show that the overall room occupancy for the fourth quarter of 2025 decreased by 2.5%. This is based on the 2025 Annual Tourism Accommodation occupancy report representing a variety of accommodation categories like hotels, bed and...
Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC) has announced 18 excellence award categories at the second edition of the MTC Branding & Marketing Indaba. The awards will recognise and celebrate excellence and innovation in Branding, Marketing, Communications, and Advertising. The award ceremony will take place during the MTC Branding & Marketing Indaba Gala Dinner on 10 April. The...