Namibia’s only marine protected area (MPA) is grappling with a multitude of threats, including overfishing, illegal fishing, climate change, pollution, habitat degradation, extractive activities and a general disconnect from the value of marine life. These challenges pose significant risks to the survival of marine species and the livelihoods of coastal communities. In response, the Namibia [...]
The Bank of Namibia's fourth monetary policy announcement of the year took many by surprise, as the central bank opted to reduce the interest rate by 25 basis points, lowering the repo rate to 7.50% and the prime rate to 11.25%. This marks the first rate cut since the hiking cycle began in June 2022, [...]
Africa Online (Africa) (Pty) Ltd is excited to announce a transformative partnership between Utande Internet Services Botswana and Africa Online Namibia. Africa Online has incorporated Utande Internet Services Botswana as a new shareholder that will inject capital into Africa Online in exchange for a significant equity stake, providing a significant boost to the company’s growth [...]
In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare services in Namibia, Debmarine Namibia recently donated essential haemodialysis equipment to the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital. This generous contribution, valued at over N$ 1.7 million, includes three haemodialysis machines, three overbed tables, three dialysis chairs, and one reverse osmosis machine. During the handover ceremony, Minister of Health and Social [...]
NILALEG spearheads the Integrated Landscape Management Conference In a significant stride towards sustainable development, the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is spearheading the Namibia Integrated Landscape Approach for Enhancing Livelihoods and Environmental Governance to Eradicate Poverty (NILALEG) Project ,which is funded by the Global [...]
A Man’s Dedication to Early Childhood Development One afternoon, in the calm breeze of Ondangwa, Namibia, I was fortunate to be part of a Development Workshop Namibia training event. The room was bustling with enthusiastic educarers eager to improve their skills. Among them stood Mr Johannes Kashuna – a rare sight in a field predominantly [...]
He is youthful and driven by a profound passion. In his own words, Leroy describes himself as a 'town boy that de-urbanised.' He stands at the helm of Miombo Forestry Products, a Namibian enterprise dedicated to timber processing and carpentry, with a vision to redefine the narrative surrounding timber harvesting in the region. He firmly [...]
AIMS TO SHARE THE WONDER OF SCIENCE WITH EVERYONE, OFFERING A UNIQUE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS. IT SETS ITSELF APART BY EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO BECOME THE SCIENTISTS IN THE PROGRAM. LSOP IS OPEN TO ALL, PROVING THAT ANYONE, REGARDLESS OF AGE, CAN GRASP THE MAGIC OF SCIENCE. “Unlocking science for all ages at [...]
Botswana’s president’s official visit to Namibia provided an opportunity to deepen existing cooperation and explore new avenues for collaboration. His Excellency Mokgweetsi Masisi, the president of the Republic of Botswana, was the keynote speaker at the official opening of the 2024 Swakopmund International Trade Expo (SWAiTEX) which took place at the Vineta Sports Stadium in [...]
Namibia, a country blessed with abundant sunlight and favourable wind conditions, holds significant potential for renewable energy development. The country’s location, coupled with its natural resources, presents an excellent opportunity to harness solar and wind power. This article explores the current renewable energy landscape, including load factors, regulatory environment, transmission infrastructure, and the challenges associated [...]
