Olympian Gaby Ahrens, who is one of Namibia’s most-decorated shooters, was at the weekend elected as the new chairperson of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) Athletes’ Commission (AC) in Algiers, Algeria.
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Boys have been gelling well – Benjamin
Brave Warriors gaffer Collin Benjamin has expressed delight with the overall progress and intensity being displayed by the youngsters who form part of the national senior team’s 40-man provisional squad.
Cohen dominance results in world tourney call up
Cohen Fistball Club (CFC 1) continued its dominance of the Bank Windhoek Fistball League when it won the first round of games by leading the National A League.
Opinion – Oryx Properties Limited maintains positive momentum
For the period ending 31 December 2022, the Group has maintained its positive momentum in financial and operational performance, resulting in rental income increasing by 10.8% (Dec 2021: 2.9%) to N$175 million (Dec 2021: N$158 million), whilst containing vacancies to a minimum and achieving 6.1% (Dec 2021: 5.9%).
SIM registrations only in person
MTC has advised the public that the ongoing MTC has advised the public that the ongoing mandatory SIM registration process is only available and done in person through MTC SIM registration officials at official Mobile Homes or at various mobile field campaigns – and not done through a SMS short code *68966#.
Imminent drought threatens food security…farmers advised to be innovative to avoid further losses
Given the below-average rainfall since the beginning of this year’s rainy season, the country faces a substantial risk of low water supply and poor grazing
conditions.
Opinion – Sona should focus on reshaping economy
President Hage Geingob will deliver the State of the Nation Address (Sona) on 16 March 2023, with many anticipating that focus will be on reshaping economic activity and building the resilience of the economy.
Opinion – Progress made, challenges remain in inflation management
In recent years, Namibia has grappled with the challenge of inflation, with rising prices of food, housing, and transport impacting lower-income households disproportionately.
Unemployment tops Sona wish list
All eyes will be on President Hage Geingob tomorrow when he delivers his penultimate State of the Nation Address, with many pondering how he intends to address the country’s unemployment quagmire, which has reached crisis proportions.
Govt rubbishes golden visa golf estate links
Both home affairs and the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board distanced themselves from reports suggesting the government teamed up with an upmarket golf estate development to entice international investment in the estate in exchange for residency.