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Norway wealth fund enlists AI
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Norway wealth fund enlists AI

OSLO – Norway’s sovereign wealth fund said Wednesday that it would incorporate artificial intelligence tools into its investment analysis process to avoid losses stemming from climate change. The sovereign fund, the world’s largest, is sustained by Norway’s vast oil and natural gas reserves, but it pushes the companies it invests in to take action against...

Nandi-Ndaitwah hails Delta school ‘ambassadors’
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Nandi-Ndaitwah hails Delta school ‘ambassadors’

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has praised pupils and teachers from Delta School for representing Namibia with pride at the Joy of Europe Festival in Serbia. He called them “cultural ambassadors”, who carried the country’s spirit to the world. Speaking during a courtesy visit at State House, the President said she was proud of the learners’ achievements. ...

Chery Group renews US$6m partnership with UNICEF 
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Chery Group renews US$6m partnership with UNICEF 

Chery Group and UNICEF this week announced the renewal of their global partnership in education, launching a new three-year collaboration to transform the lives of children world-wide, especially the most vulnerable, by enabling them to access quality education. Building on its initial contribution of US$6 million for 2023-2025, Chery Group has pledged an additional US$6...

Venezuela wary of US troops presence
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Venezuela wary of US troops presence

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed Namibia’s unwavering support for peace and dialogue after holding crucial talks with Venezuelan Ambassador Malagay Henríquez at State House yesterday.  The meeting was dominated by growing fears of United States alleged military escalation near Venezuela’s borders. The Venezuelan envoy revealed that thousands of American troops and warships have been deployed...

Omoda and Jaecoo record strong growth
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Omoda and Jaecoo record strong growth

Omoda and Jaecoo, the marques comprising South Africa’s Brand O&J division, have posted impressive third-quarter sales results, demonstrating sustained momentum. September and year-to-date figures underscore the brand’s continued growth in southern Africa’s automotive landscape. Between July and September, Brand O&J sold 2 472 vehicles, which is a 26% increase over the second quarter and a...

From hot springs to hope
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From hot springs to hope

Heather Erdmann REHOBOTH- In the low-lying area of Rehoboth – between the town’s famous hot springs and Reho Spa – stands a quiet miracle; a small school that turns natural heat, love, and perseverance into hope for children with disabilities. The Lebensschule in Rehoboth’s Block C is a small centre that continues to restore dignity...

Top JAC Motors delegation celebrates 8 years
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Top JAC Motors delegation celebrates 8 years

JAC Motors South Africa recently hosted a high-level delegation from JAC Motors International, based  in Hefei, Anhui Province, China. The delegation aimed to explore opportunities and develop plans to further expand JAC Motors’ investment in the Southern African market, with a strong focus on advancing growth in the new energy vehicle sector. Operating in Southern...

694 000 lifted from acute poverty…as country’s crop output hits 75%
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694 000 lifted from acute poverty…as country’s crop output hits 75%

The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report shows that Namibia has made commendable progress in lifting more than 694 000 people from high levels of acute food insecurity, with only 456 000 Namibians currently reported to be facing extreme hunger when compared to the 1.15 million people recorded last year. The IPC report, which...

Motorsport Expo 2025 ready to thrill crowds
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Motorsport Expo 2025 ready to thrill crowds

The Motorsport Expo 2025 is all set for tomorrow and Saturday at the Tony Rust Racetrack to provide the public with a fun and adrenaline-filled weekend.  The expo comprises five events happening on the outskirts of Windhoek.  The Friday events, starting from 17h00, are spinning and drags.  On Saturday, the expo kicks of early at...