Conservationists in Namibia, who are unhappy about the government’s decision to harvest 86 000 Cape fur seals during the 2023 harvesting season, say that they are determined to carry on their quest to rescue seals while reducing plastic pollution in the ocean.
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ECB slams NamPower debt collection plan
The Electricity Control Board has expressed concern over the interruptions caused by the recent implementation of NamPower’s debt collection plan, as they caused “immeasurable damage to the economy”.
Visiting PMs laud green hydrogen plans
Two visiting European prime ministers anticipate Namibia will become a major player in the production and supply of green hydrogen, as enormous amounts of green hydrogen would be needed for the energy transition of those countries.
Film studio development divides Walvis Bay council
A renowned Canadian film company, MANKS Motion Picture Studios, is expecting to inject millions of dollars into the Walvis Bay economy by teaming up with a local film company to set up a film studio at Walvis Bay.
Over 15 000 jobs to be created
There is a glimmer of hope for the unemployed, as approximately 15 000 jobs in the public sector are anticipated to become available this year.
BoN freezes Rani’s accounts
Nearly 1 300 employees of Rani retailers and other affiliated franchises across the country might not receive their June salaries after the Bank of Namibia froze the companies’ accounts.
Nampa scores qualified audit opinion
Auditor general Junias Kandjeke has pointed to some accounting ambiguities at the Namibia Press Agency, slapping the agency with a qualified audit opinion in 2021.
NaCC encourages public to report price exploitation
The Namibian Competition Commission has encouraged the public to report suspicious price exploitations by some retailers, amidst continuous food and goods price increases.
Tura Magic Ladies clinch league
Tura Magic Ladies Football Club retained their FNB Women Super League Title for the third consecutive year, following a 4-1 victory over V-Power Angels at the Namibia Football Association Technical Centre on Saturday.
Team ready for Germany tourney – Malembu
Head coach of the national under 17 football team Paul ‘Shakes’ Malembu has expressed his excitement about his team’s upcoming tour to Germany, saying the young players will gain valuable opportunities to further their skills.









