OSLO – The Norwegian government yesterday called off a plan to sell the last privately-owned piece of land on the strategic Arctic Archipelago of Svalbard to prevent its acquisition by China. The remote Sore Fagerfjord property in southwestern Svalbard – 60 square kilometres of mountains, plains and a glacier – was on sale for 300...
RUNDU – The government has enlisted the services of private trucks in all 14 regions of the country to expedite the distribution of drought relief items. Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila stated this in the National Assembly recently, in response to Popular Democratic Movement member Diederik Vries, who asked what urgent interventions government has implemented since...
The agricultural sector is fundamental to the sustenance of livelihoods in Namibia. However, it faces several challenges associated with climate change. The effects of climate change are evident, as Namibian farmers have endured recurring unfavourable rainfall seasons that present distinct conditions or events such as floods, droughts, pests, and disease outbreaks, amongst others. Drought conditions...
Welcome to another exciting and informative edition of your favourite weekly column Talk to the Vet, where we discuss, share and dissect all issues related to animal healthcare. It is again that time of the year, and seasons have changed and cases of pulpy kidney and pneumonia in small stock (sheep and goats) are expected...
OMUTHIYA/ONDANGWA – The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) is spending N$91 million for the Ondangwa-Omutsegwonime pipeline replacement project phase one, which stretches about 17 kilometres from Ondangwa to Oshali. It is expected to take 12 months to complete. According to a press statement issued by NamWater’s head of public relations and corporate communications Lot Ndamanomhata on...
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) approved and allocated N$4.5 million towards the repair and maintenance of the Veterinary Cordon Fence, which is infamously known as the red line. The sum of N$4.5 million was approved at the LLPBN’s recent meeting, where it was resolved that the funds be transferred to the...
Kehad Snydewel Artificial Intelligence (AI) has permeated every aspect of our lives, at least if you take the media’s word for it. By leveraging AI, every facet of our lives and work becomes more efficient and manageable. However, when you ask questions and look for explanations from people who live and breathe AI, they often...
Many consumers are not aware of the comprehensive suite of services and resources their bank can provide. This is according to Brian Katjaerua, chief executive officer at the Bankers Association of Namibia, who said banks are committed to assisting customers on their journey to financial wellness, offering educational resources and personalised guidance at every turn. ...
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) Conference took place in Windhoek, Namibia from 25 to 27 June. Stakeholders in the hospitality and tourism industry, including investors and industry executives, gathered under the theme “Inspiring Growth, Powering Investment.” The main topics discussed included the potential for future developments, and investment in the domestic hospitality and tourism industry...
After factoring in recent international oil price adjustments, the energy ministry yesterday announced a decrease in local fuel prices. Tomorrow, petrol will decrease by 80 cents per litre, diesel 50 ppm will go down by 60 cents per litre, and diesel 10 ppm will decrease by 70 cents per litre. This means that in Walvis...