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24 Oct

NamPol and NIPAM join forces to improve leadership and development

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNamPol and NIPAM join forces to improve leadership and development

Niël Terblanché The Namibian Police Force has formed a new partnership to significantly enhance its capabilities through a dynamic collaboration with the Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM). This collaboration has given birth to a comprehensive leadership and development training program, aimed at empowering police officers with essential skills. The initiative, focused on enhancing leadership skills and fostering professional growth within the police force has already commenced. Namibia’s growth since gaining independence has brought about new challenges, particularly in the quest to transform the nation into a knowledge-based economy, as highlighted in the National Development Plan III. One…

24 Oct

MURD calls for collaboration in providing affordable housing

info_e12wt4csNational NewsMURD calls for collaboration in providing affordable housing

Martin Endjala Erastus Uutoni, the Minister of Urban and Rural Development, has issued a call to action for non-governmental organizations, associations, universities, and banks to join forces with the government in the endeavour to provide low-cost housing and affordable land to the people of Namibia. The call was made during the groundbreaking ceremony of a land delivery project, funded by the Mobile Telecommunication Company (MTC) in Okakarara, with a total investment of N$23.6 million to service 707 plots. Uutoni stressed that “low-cost housing” does not equate to “low-quality housing.” Instead, it signifies housing that aligns with the needs, preferences, and…

24 Oct

Walvis Bay Mayor elected as Mayoral Forum President

info_e12wt4csNational NewsWalvis Bay Mayor elected as Mayoral Forum President

Stefanus Nashama The Namibia National Mayors’ Forum (NNMF) announced that Trevino Forbes, the Mayor of Walvis Bay and Vice President of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), has been elected as the new President of the leadership body Forbes, representing IPC, went head-to-head with Johannes Ndeutepo, the Mayor of Omuthiya and a representative of the ruling party, during the elections held last week in Lüderitz. Out of the 23 total votes cast by the Forum’s paid-up members, Forbes secured 12 votes, while Ndeutepo received 11 votes. Forbes emerged as the winner, securing 52 percent of the votes, while Ndeutepo narrowly…

24 Oct

Nama traditional music gains UNESCO recognition

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNama traditional music gains UNESCO recognition

Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Namibia National Commission for UNESCO and supported by UNESCO, is set to unveil a mobile exhibition for the ‘Aixan !Gana !Ob #ns tsi llkhasigu,’ also known as the ‘ancestral musical sound, knowledge, and skills’ project, focused on Nama traditional music. This cultural treasure has deep roots within the Nama communities, serving as a conduit for knowledge and a source of community entertainment. Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) element in urgent need of safeguarding in December 2020, Namibia sought international support to ensure the continuity…

24 Oct

Youths encouraged to embrace patriotism and discipline

info_e12wt4csNational NewsYouths encouraged to embrace patriotism and discipline

Niël Terblanché Dr Peya Mushelenga, the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, delivered an inspiring address to new recruits of the National Youth Service program at Henties Bay on Friday. While addressing the new recruits the minister stressed the importance of instilling patriotism and discipline in the country’s youth. The National Youth Service program, aimed at nurturing the youth into patriotic and disciplined citizens, has been a key initiative in Namibia. Mushelenga said that the National Symbols Campaign, which aims to foster a sense of patriotism among the people, complements the program perfectly. “Our national flag, anthem, coat of arms,…

24 Oct

Diamond Commissioner role not clearly defined in Diamond Board Act: Kandjeke

info_e12wt4csMainDiamond Commissioner role not clearly defined in Diamond Board Act: Kandjeke

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Auditor General (AG) Junias Kandjeke, has raised various concerns about the Diamond Board of Namibia’s operations, with one of them being the failure to clearly define the role of the Diamond Commissioner in the Diamond Board Act. The Board audited financial report for 2022, which Kandjeke submitted to the National Assembly recently for scrutiny, highlighted that the board is currently operating as a division within the Ministry of Mines and Energy. However, as per Section 21 of the Companies Act, 2004 (Act No. 28 of 2004), it is supposed to operate as an autonomous entity, while the Commissioner…

23 Oct

Trading Wisdom: Why we can’t get enough of Stacey.

info_e12wt4csFeaturedTrading Wisdom: Why we can’t get enough of Stacey.

Stacey Susa-Pinto is a best-selling author and sought after International Trade professional. She has spent over 10 years working in various trade related capacities with a major focus on inter-governmental economic diplomacy, trade programming as well as market access and trade facilitation issues. Having transitioned from private to public sector, Ms Pinto has helped shift perceptions regarding the effectiveness of the public sector as she currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Trade Forum – an agency of the Namibian Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade. Can you kindly tell us about your background?I grew up in Zambia.…

23 Oct

Digital fraudsters target financial services, travel and leisure industries

info_e12wt4csObserver MoneyDigital fraudsters target financial services, travel and leisure industries

Martin Endjala Namibia's financial services providers and travel and leisure industries have reported the highest number of attempts at digital fraud in the first half of 2023, according to an analysis report by TransUnion Africa. These attempted fraud activities occurred between January 1st and June 30th, 2023. Out of all digital transactions made by consumers in Namibia, 1.4 percent were suspected to be fraudulent attempts. Financial services providers and retailers experienced the highest rates of suspected digital fraud attempts, standing at 3.9 percent and 3.5 percent, respectively. The gaming sector, including online sports betting and poker, ranked third with a…

23 Oct

New regulations on the import of fresh and frozen pork products

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNew regulations on the import of fresh and frozen pork products

Niël Terblanché The Directorate of Veterinary Service, operating under the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, has recently announced significant changes to the import conditions for fresh and frozen pork products in Namibia. According to Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Albertina Shilongo, the changes are specifically related to the control of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) amongst pigs and aim to safeguard the nation’s livestock and public health. Effective immediately, importers of fresh or frozen pork products are advised that such imports must originate from countries declared as PRRS-free. Additionally, the pork must come from zones within these countries…

23 Oct

Geingob tells IPPR’s Hopwood where to get off

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGeingob tells IPPR’s Hopwood where to get off

Hertta-Maria Amutenja In a firm response to the Institute of Public Policy and Research (IPPR) and its Director, Graham Hopwood, President Hage Geingob has dismissed concerns raised by Hopwood regarding the acceptance of an award from the African Energy Chamber (AEC) and his association with Cameroonian lawyer NJ Ayuk. Geingob Spokesperson Alfredo Hengarri, stated yesterday that a series of articles published in The Namibian newspaper questioning the President’s decision to accept the AEC Lifetime Award raised concerns about NJ Ayuk’s alleged “corrupt influences” in the emerging upstream petroleum sector in Namibia, quoted Hopewood disproval of Geingob’s association with Ayuk. “I…