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Required leadership style in turbulent and uncertain times
On 17 March 2020, H.E. Dr. Geingob declared a state of emergency followed by a lock down that officially started on 28 March at 14:00 and ends on 17 April 2020.
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Tabling of national budget postponed
Newly appointed finance minister Ipumbu Shiimi has confirmed that the 2020 Appropriation Bill will be delayed until further notice.
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Old Mutual Namibia commits N$5 million to fight COVID-19
Old Mutual Namibia has pledged to donate N$5 million towards the nation-wide efforts to help address some of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Observer Lifestyle
LatestCouch Kitten: Maybe locking down isn’t so bad
Life as we know it has changed completely. Things that were once normal and part of our everyday routines have been taken away from us.
Observer Sport
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Celebrity desert trek place Namibia on map
A mixture of well-known celebrities among them radio DJ’s, television broadcasters, a singer...
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Presidency defends virtual media briefings
The presidency has reacted strongly to a statement issued by the Namibia Media Trust accusing government of undermining media freedom over its decision to hold virtual media briefings, with a handful of selected media outlets.
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LatestWhat happens the day after?
The CEO of the Government Insurance Pension Fund (GIPF), David Nuyoma made a comment this week that needs to be repeated. He said, “The GIPF will not be making any rushed investment decisions [due to the virus].” This wisdom needs to be injected into our Covid-19 mitigation ideas and plans right now. Programs must not be entered in a rush of ‘doing something’ about Covid-19. When the virus emergency passes, as it eventually will, the after crisis recovery could be worse for the already-stressed Namibian economy.
Observer Opinion
LatestObservatory: Where’s the consistency?
When the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Namibia was announced, the government did an amazing job implementing measures to protect the health of Namibians.
Observer Editorial
LatestHow much restriction is too much?
During the first week of the lockdown, people are already grousing about the inconveniences caused. They are complaining that government is ‘going overboard’ or ‘being excessive’. They are whining about the COVID-19 after-effects on the already depressed economy.
OBSERVER EVENTS
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Cancelled Events
In light of the infectious coronavirus outbreak that has spread across the globe with no expectation of Namibia, the following events have been cancelled.
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OBSERVER Travel
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Namibian tourism industry hit hard by virus
The Namibian tourism industry is experiencing an unprecedented crisis due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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