GOING THE DISTANCE
A solo journey to empower youth Embarking on a journey of a lifetime, Ray Sasman, a 52-year-old former teacher, became the first woman to traverse Namibia on foot from end to end. She began her epic 1,820-kilometre trek from the Noordoewer Border Post in the //Kharas Region on 3 May this year and reached the […]
OIL AND GAS SECTOR ON THE BRINK OF MAJOR TRANSFORMATION
Exploration and discoveries Namibia’s offshore oil and gas sector is set for a significant transformation, following a series of major discoveries in recent years which include Graff-1, Venus-1, Jonker-1X, La Rona-1 and Lesedi-1X. These developments have attracted global oil and gas giants such as TotalEnergies, Shell, Chevron and ExxonMobil, alongside energy corporations like Galp Energia […]
SOCIAL MEDIA HAS MADE THE WORLD INTO A SMALL-TOWN
If you, like me, grew up in a small town you know that this means that dirty laundry is out for all to see. Affairs and other scandals become public fodder. Not necessarily because they happen with more frequency than in bigger cities, but because the connectedness of people in small towns makes it easy […]
MAKALANI PALM
Scientific name: Hyphaena petersianaCommon name: Makalani palm The silhouette of a makalani palm during sunset is an aesthetically stunning sight to behold. These palms are tall, one-stemmed trees with big dusty-green fronds spread out like a fan. Thus, the makalani is also known as the real fan palm. The leaves bring a pleated skirt to […]
A COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AND COLLABORATIVE SCIENCE
Debmarine Namibia’s commitment to environmental stewardship and scientific research is evident in its recent initiative to donate surplus benthic samples to several institutions. By supporting the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, the Ministry of Education, the Directorate of National Heritage and Culture Programmes, the University of Namibia (UNAM), and the Namibia University of Science […]
BEST OF NAMIBIA 2024 AWARDED
The Best of Namibia campaign, created by Venture Media and Future Media and proudly sponsored by FlyNamibia, celebrated its first edition’s award ceremony at the end of July. This new public choice awards campaign sought to find the nation’s favourite businesses across various categories and industries. From a nomination phase where the public could nominate […]
NAMIBIA TRADE NETWORK HOSTS LATEST EDITION OF THE BUSINESS BREAKFAST CLUB
Another fascinating instalment of the Namibia Trade Network’s Business Breakfast Club (BBC) took place in the capital, under the theme Innovation, Technology and Communication. The event was packed with business professionals eager to hear more from the diverse speakers who came to share the latest trends, discuss Namibian innovation, and suggest solutions to challenges in […]
ASTRONOMY MEETS AFRICA
Highlights from the IAU General Assembly 2024 in Cape Town Cape Town, South Africa, proudly hosted the International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly for the first time, which marked a historic occasion for the African astronomical community. The assembly, which took place from 6 to 15 August 2024, was a watershed moment for South Africa […]
HANDS-ON LEARNING
Revolutionising early childhood development in Namibia’s informal settlements Imagine learning to ride a bike or swim without ever getting on the saddle or into the water. From their first few years of life, children need tactile experiences to grasp concepts effectively. Interactive learning activities and materials are therefore critical for kindergartens (known as early childhood […]
PRESS SECRETARY REFLECTS ON PRESIDENT MBUMBA’S FIRST SIX MONTHS IN OFFICE
In his first six months in office, President Nangolo Mbumba has navigated Namibia through a period of profound change and challenge following the passing of his predecessor, Dr Hage Geingob, in February 2024. Reflecting on this transition, President Mbumba has demonstrated a steady hand in guiding the nation through mourning and uncertainty, steering the country […]