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RedForce threatens legal action against Walvis Bay’s municipal council

RedForce threatens legal action against Walvis Bay’s municipal council

Martin Endjala RedForce Debt Management has threatened to take legal action against the Municipality of Walvis Bay for breach of contract. This follows the motion that was passed by the council to terminate the contract earlier this week. RedForce’s deputy chief executive and legal advisor, Magaret Malambo told Windhoek Observer that the company finds it very comical for the council to terminate a valid contract already in place. “We find it very alarming and comical that the council has passed a motion contrary to the signed contract terms between the parties. Before our procurement and subsequent appointment, a council resolution…
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Venaani calls for drought state of emergency

Venaani calls for drought state of emergency

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Opposition leader McHenry Venaani has called on President Nangolo Mbumba to declare drought a state of emergency. Venaani wrote to Mbumba on Thursday saying the adverse effects of climate change have brought the country to an alarming state where the imminent threat of meteorological calamity overshadows human daily existence. “The relentless El Niño climatic phenomenon exacerbates this already precarious situation, causing severe rainfall shortages. This is indicative of not merely a seasonal irregularity but a dreadful spectre of our changing climate - a matter that deserves our undivided attention and swift action,” he said. NamWater's recent disclosure that…
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Mining sector records turnover of more than N$51 billion

Mining sector records turnover of more than N$51 billion

Martin Endjala According to the Namibian Chamber of Mines (CoM) 2023 annual review report released on Wednesday, the mining industry recorded a turnover of N$51.572 billion in 2023. The 2023 turnover represents a 36 percent increase compared to the N$37.976 billion recorded in 2022. The report highlighted that several factors contributed to this growth, including a weaker exchange rate, higher prices for gold and uranium, and increased production of gold, uranium and diamonds. The report further highlighted that the sector achieved an impressive improvement in overall profitability. In 2023, it recorded a collective profit of N$2.731 billion, a stark contrast…
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Ombudsman halts Fishrot accused transfer to public cells

Ombudsman halts Fishrot accused transfer to public cells

Erasmus Shalihaxwe and Ester Mbathera Namibia’s Ombudsman, Basilius Dyakugha has ordered the Namibia Correctional Services (NCS) to put plans to transfer some of the Fishrot accused to other holding cells on hold. This is while his office is conducting investigations into allegations of unfair treatment of the accused persons by senior officials of the NCS. Dyakugha made the request in a letter which has been seen by this publication to NCS Commissioner-General Raphael Hamunyela on Monday. “I humbly request the Commissioner-General to put the transfer on hold and do a proper investigation as well as apply the audi alteram partem…
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Local content, beneficiation, inclusivity all flipsides of ideology of capitalism

Local content, beneficiation, inclusivity all flipsides of ideology of capitalism

The Namibian capitalist economic elite has just emerged from the Namibia Local Content Conference in Lüderitz. Yours Truly Ideologically cannot but muse about what “local content” means. Because typical of Namibia, actually the socio-economic elite, things have been done at their behest and their agenda, and indeed, more than anything else their socio-economic, and indeed political interest. Even the definition let alone interpretation of operative words in the socio-economic sphere has been conceptualised and invented by them. To use them as tools to maintain their stronghold and hegemony over the country all in the name of capitalism and all the…
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Just Saying

Just Saying

Am saying as we gaze into the future of our nation, it's crucial to recognize that the development of sporting infrastructure cannot solely rest on the shoulders of the central government. Am just saying, while government initiatives play a significant role, the responsibility should also extend to local authorities and private entities. All am saying it that we should all consider the vast potential and opportunities that proper sports facilities can unlock for our country. Beyond mere athletic endeavours, investing in sports infrastructure holds the promise of fostering community engagement, promoting healthy lifestyles, and nurturing talent from grassroots levels. Am…
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Nedbank Running Club Athletes Set to Aim for Olympic Qualification

Nedbank Running Club Athletes Set to Aim for Olympic Qualification

This weekend, all eyes will be on the Durban International Marathon as athletes from across the continent gather to vie for Olympic qualification. Among them, Namibia's very own Rainhold Tomas and Simon Paulus, representing the Nedbank Running Club, are gearing up for the showdown. Organized by the Phantane Athletics Clubs, the marathon scheduled for Sunday, April 28, 2024, will feature grueling 42-kilometer and 10-kilometer races. This year's edition doubles up as the 2024 Athletics South Africa (ASA) National 42.2km Championships and serves as an official qualifier for events like the Comrades and Two Oceans marathons. Tomas, a seasoned long-distance runner,…
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Small Stock Farming: The Imperatives

Small Stock Farming: The Imperatives

Nichlas Mbingeneeko The previous article focused on genetic value creation in small stock farming, i.e. the significance of quality in small stock farming. Genetic value creation relates to the act of producing livestock that have some level of quality and usefulness for the commercial farmer or stud breeder and the entire farming fraternity. Genetic superiority is the pivot on which the success of genetic value creation hinges. Genotype and phenotype spell quality. Quality livestock must be the preoccupation of every farmer and breeder. This article will focus on phenotypical and other key considerations for the farmer or breeder when selecting…
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TransNamib’s transformation won’t happen overnight

TransNamib’s transformation won’t happen overnight

CHAMWE KAIRA New TransNamib Holdings CEO, Desmond van Jaarsveld believes that leading the stateowned enterprise presented a chance for him to contribute to the growth and development of Namibia's logistics sector. “I was particularly drawn to TransNamib's strategic vision and its potential for transformation. My goal is to build upon this vision by shaping and executing strategic initiatives that drive positive change and enhance operational efficiency,” he said in an interview. He added that serving as the CEO of such a key state-owned enterprise reflects his commitment to contributing to national development and infrastructure improvement in Namibia. “My primary motivation…
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Potential exists to create 40 000 jobs

Potential exists to create 40 000 jobs

CHAMWE KAIRA The projects in the investment pipeline by Namibia Investment Promotion Development Board have the potential to generate 40 000 direct and indirect job opportunities in Namibia. The country saw a total of N$2,8 billion invested in 2023. In 2022, the Greenfield FDI Performance Index that assesses the FDI that countries have attracted in proportion to the size of their economy ranked Namibia as number in Africa and 13th globally, respectively. Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Board, Nangula Uaandja said emerging from a challenging period of economic recession, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the economy has shown…
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