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 […]
REVIVING RUACANA
How solar-powered boreholes are transforming landscapes and livelihoods Imagine being a subsistence farmer in the Ruacana area of Namibia – if you do not live near the Kunene River, Namibia’s northwestern border with Angola, your primary water source is likely to be the local borehole. The only way to extract this water is with a […]
MURALS SPARK MARINE CONSERVATION IN COASTAL COMMUNITIES
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 […]
FINANCIAL INDICATORS
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 ANNOUNCES NEW SHAREHOLDER AND ENHANCED PRODUCT OFFERINGS
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 […]