Zambezi chief regional officer Regina Ndopu-Lubinda says the Zambezi Waterfront Tourism Park (ZWTP) is a valuable asset to the region and holds a lot of economic potential for its inhabitants.
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Hawaii wildfire deaths reaches 100
The number of people known to have died in the horrific wildfire now stands at 106 and as such a makeshift morgue was expanded to deal with the tragedy.
Austrian sentenced for mailing faeces, urine
A man in Australia who sent his faeces and urine to Hollywood actors Leonardo Di Caprio and Jared Leto was sentenced on Wednesday to a two-year good-behaviour bond.
Namibia’s international visitor numbers up
Namibia recorded a 98.1% increase in international/inbound tourist arrivals, rising from 232 756 in 2021 to 461 027 last year, as indicated by the 2022 Tourism Arrival Statistical Report released Tuesday.
Repo rate maintained at 7.75%
Following a comprehensive review of global, regional and domestic economic developments, the Bank of Namibia’s monetary policy committee decided to maintain the repo rate at 7.75%.
76% of rail network substandard
TransNamib acting CEO Webster Gonzo on Tuesday said only about 24% of the current rail network is in good working order.
Govt continues to build capacity at local, regional authorities
The central government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting developmental initiatives by and through regional and local authority councils.
Namibia to receive N$5.5 bln in CapEx
Namibia is expected to receive the highest exploration Capital expenditure (CapEx) in Africa from Total Energies to the value of US$300 million, which is approximately N$5.5 billion.
Sundowns crush Arrows
Mamelodi Sundowns maintained a perfect start to the defence of their DStv Premiership title as they crushed Golden Arrows 4-0 at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Tuesday evening.
American swimmer urges local swimmers to chase their dreams
I owe coach Brian Loeffler from Loyola University Maryland many thanks because he is the reason I learned that the Paralympics existed!









