NAMIBIA AND JAPAN STRENGTHEN COOPERATION ON TRADE, INVESTMENT AND MINERAL DEVELOPMENT
NAMIBIA AND JAPAN STRENGTHEN COOPERATION ON TRADE, INVESTMENT AND MINERAL DEVELOPMENT Minister of International Relations and Trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi undertook an official working visit to Tokyo, Japan, where she held bilateral meetings with senior officials from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as representatives from government institutions responsible for trade, investment promotion, infrastructure […]
NNN LEADS CALL FOR STRONGER INVESTMENT IN AFRICAN WATER SECURITY
NNN LEADS CALL FOR STRONGER INVESTMENT IN AFRICAN WATER SECURITY President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for increased investment in climate-resilient water security and sustainable sanitation systems across Africa to support economic growth and development. Speaking at the African Union–Africa Water Investment Programme Summit held on the sidelines of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly […]
WELLBEING AT WORK: A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
WELLBEING AT WORK: A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY The future of work in Namibia will not be defined solely by technology or efficiency, but by the wellbeing of the people who make organizations thrive. Health and safety are no longer peripheral considerations, they are central to resilience, innovation, and trust. When leaders recognize that wellbeing is inseparable […]
MEAT CHRONICLE 1/2026
MEAT CHRONICLE 1/2026 Acting CEO appointed Farewell to a valued leader We are pleased to announce the appointment of Goliath Tujendapi as the acting chief executive of the LLPBN, effective 1 December 2025. Mr Tujendapi brings extensive experience, industry insight and a commitment to the LLPBN’s mission. We are confident that he will provide stable […]
THE SOVEREIGNTY ILLUSION: WHY CRAN’S NATIONAL SECURITY ARGUMENT AGAINST STARLINK CRUMBLES UNDER SCRUTINY
THE SOVEREIGNTY ILLUSION: WHY CRAN’S NATIONAL SECURITY ARGUMENT AGAINST STARLINK CRUMBLES UNDER SCRUTINY If foreign technology is the threat, Namibia’s entire telecommunications backbone is already compromised When the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) declined Starlink’s application for a Class Comprehensive Telecommunications Service Licence in early 2026, it cited national defence and public security as […]
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN VISION MEETS REALITY
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN VISION MEETS REALITY A few days after Mining Indaba concluded, one insight has stayed with me: even the most well structured perspective can shift in an instant when confronted with the full scale of industry discourse. There’s a familiar dynamic many leaders will recognise: you spend weeks interrogating an idea, refining the […]
MACRO PULSE
MACRO PULSE Agentic AI and the quiet shift beneath market pricing Artificial intelligence capabilities continue to advance at speed, yet corporate adoption remains cautious. As a result, a significant portion of potential productivity gains is still unrealised. This disconnect has been visible in equity markets over the past year. In 2025, the software sector underperformed […]
PARLIAMENT URGED TO STRENGTHEN LAW-MAKING AND SERVICE DELIVERY
PARLIAMENT URGED TO STRENGTHEN LAW-MAKING AND SERVICE DELIVERY Officially opening the 3rd session of the 8th Parliament, President Netumbo NandiNdaitwah reminded parliamentarians that public expectations remain high as the nation is closely monitoring parliamentary processes and legislative outcomes. As she welcomed the newly elected members who joined Parliament following the 2025 Regional Council and Local […]
DROUGHT ADAPTATION PROJECT LAUNCHED TO TRANSFORM RURAL LIVELIHOODS
DROUGHT ADAPTATION PROJECT LAUNCHED TO TRANSFORM RURAL LIVELIHOODS Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Namibia’s agricultural sector and climate resilience through the launch of a new drought adaptation project valued at approximately N$48 million. The launch took place in Otjiwarongo under the theme “Enhancing Resilience of Farming Communities Affected by Drought” and was attended […]
ELECTRIFICATION DRIVE EXPANDS POWER ACCESS IN SOUTHERN REGIONS
ELECTRIFICATION DRIVE EXPANDS POWER ACCESS IN SOUTHERN REGIONS Access to reliable electricity plays a critical role in improving the quality of life in communities and driving socio-economic development. The electrification projects currently underway in the Hardap and ||Kharas regions aim to expand electricity access to underserved and peri-urban communities. These initiatives are expected to enhance […]