South African nuclear scientists want to build a new generation of mini nuclear reactors, to plug holes in their own country’s blackout-plagued grid and to build an export industry for the future.
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Tourism rebound can propel sector to top …figures point toward healthy growth in visitors and revenue
Tourism could potentially emerge as a major contributor to Namibia’s Gross Domestic Product in 2024, as it holds the potential to become one of the strongest performing sectors of the Namibian economy this year.
INEOS GRENADIER is the desert’s new best friend
At first glance, it would be totally understandable if you mistakenly assumed the Ineos Grenadier was a Land Rover Defender.
Sweden shortlists firms for new nuclear reactor
Swedish utility Vattenfall said yesterday it had shortlisted two British and American companies for the construction of a small modular nuclear reactor at the Ringhals power station in southwestern Sweden.
Production starts at Senegal’s first offshore oil field …as president Faye wants to renegotiate oil and gas contracts
Senegal joined the club of oil-producing countries yesterday as Australian group Woodside Energy announced that production had started in the West African country’s first offshore project.
Total Energies sign 15-year green hydrogen deal
TotalEnergies and Air Products have signed a 15-year agreement for the annual supply in Europe of 70 000 tonnes of green hydrogen, starting in 2030.
Mboma, Dam among athletes billed for Douala …. have set eyes on this weekend’s meeting to qualify
Local sprinters Christine Mboma and Mohamed Bock are among a group of athletes who will represent Namibia at the upcoming 23rd edition of the African Athletics Championships in Cameroon, scheduled to take place from 15 to 25 June.
Visa reciprocation non-negotiable
New regulations will require visitors from six out of the 10 countries, where most of Namibia’s tourists originate to apply for a visa to visit the country.
Spain, Ireland and Norway recognise Palestinian state
Spain, Ireland and Norway formally recognised a Palestinian state yesterday in a decision slammed by Israel as a “reward” for Hamas more than seven months into the devastating Gaza war.
Which countries recognise Palestinian state?
Israel’s more than seven-month war in Gaza since 7 October has revived a global push for Palestinians to be given a state of their own.