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In conversation with Vilho Kudumo Namufinda
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In conversation with Vilho Kudumo Namufinda

A product of the now-defunct popular biannual Inter-Mines’ Multi-Sport Games, retired long-distance athlete Vilho Kudumo Namufinda took a liking to long-distance running after being inspired by the late Abed Jacobs, Joshua ‘Bravo’ Kahitu, veterans Lukas Halweendo, Bob Tangeni, Edward Gariseb, Aaron Shipanga, Gabriel Awaseb, Hendrick Maasdorp and Simeon Martin, as well as the Kayele siblings Frank

My candid view –  Revisiting the role of sports officers
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My candid view – Revisiting the role of sports officers

Over the years, I have been a keen follower of all debates and discussions around the role and functions of local sports development officers employed by the sports ministry. The role and functions of sports development officers largely remain undefined, and continue to call for renewed introspection. 

African airlines’ traffic increased 84% during July
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African airlines’ traffic increased 84% during July

African airlines saw an 84.8% rise in July’s total traffic, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs) versus a year ago. Also, July 2022 capacity on the continent was up 46.7%, and the load factor climbed 15.5 percentage points to 75%, still the lowest among global regions.

Entrepreneurs’ showcase set for November
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Entrepreneurs’ showcase set for November

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) on Wednesday unveiled the inaugural Know2Grow (K2G) NextGen Entrepreneurs, which is an annual market access and capacity building platform designed to drive the development and acceleration of innovative businesses by young entrepreneurs. 

Okakarara trade fair unlocks business opportunities 
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Okakarara trade fair unlocks business opportunities 

The Okakarara community aims to revive its business opportunities post Covid-19 through the 14th Okakarara Trade Fair themed “Unlocking business growth opportunities for Okakarara”. The trade fair started on Monday, and is expected to conclude on 10 September after two years of suspension due to Covid-19 regulations.

Farmers urged to benefit from better rainfall
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Farmers urged to benefit from better rainfall

The Agricultural Bank of Namibia has encouraged farmers to prepare for a better rainfall season, and at the same time urged them to continue building adaptive capacity to climate change through various strategies such as optimal rangeland management, optimal restocking and farm diversification.