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08 Dec

NamPower pioneers innovative electricity storage solution

National NewsNamPower pioneers innovative electricity storage solution

Niël Terblanché The Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower) has concluded the acquisition process of the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor for the Omburu Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). According to Tangeni Kamangula, NamPower’s Manager of Corporate Communication and Marketing, the state-owned utility company is set to sign the contract for the establishment of the BESS project with the Shandong Electrical, Engineering and Equipment Group and Zhejiang Narada Power Source joint venture next Wednesday. Kamangula indicated that the signing of the contract will officially launch a new aspect of NamPower’s ability to provide electricity to the nation. The Omburu Battery Energy…

08 Dec

Namibia is advancing digital inclusion

National News

Niël Terblanché Namibia has set itself the ambitious goal to provide aims to provide broadband speeds of at least two Megabits per second (2Mbps) to 95 percent of the population by 2024 to enhance its digital infrastructure and to empower marginalised citizens in a rapidly evolving digital world as well. The Namibian Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) has been hard at work and has been making significant strides in implementing the National Broadband Policy and its Action Plan. This initiative which was launched in February 2020, is a testament to the country’s commitment to bridging the digital divide,…

08 Dec

Namibia increases vigilance amidst global concern about new respiratory illness

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Niël Terblanché While the world awaits more clarity about the mystery respiratory illness in China, Namibia has redoubled its efforts to safeguard the people against a possible local outbreak. Dr Kalumbi Shangula, Namibia’s Minister of Health and Social Services, has said current measures align with the global stance about travel or trade restrictions based on the current understanding of the disease. Dr Shangula, however, called for calm, adding that COVID-19 and influenza surveillance activities in place in Namibia have not yet detected an increase in respiratory infections, including COVID-19, or an increase in respiratory infection-associated hospitalizations or deaths in the…

07 Dec

Rundu Chiefs SC Set for Riveting Showdown in Town Derby Kickoff

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Rundu, Namibia - The echoes of sporting rivalry are set to resound through Rundu this weekend as the legendary Rundu Chief Sports Club gears up to clash against local rivals Cuca Tops in what promises to be a gripping town derby. This showdown marks the inaugural kickstart of the NEFD 2023/24 League, heralding the return of Rundu Chiefs SC as a formidable contender vying for promotion to the NPFL in the upcoming season. Under the stewardship of a dynamic and innovative executive committee, spearheaded by a prominent local entrepreneur, the club has undergone a substantial transformation. This rejuvenation includes the…

07 Dec

We want to see the repo rate back to normal: NALOBA

Observer MoneyWe want to see the repo rate back to normal: NALOBA

Martin Endjala Peter Amadhila, the Vice-President of the Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA), expressed dissatisfaction with the unchanged repo rate, stressing the need for it to return to normal to alleviate the hardships faced by many businesses. "NALOBA and the entire business community, in general, are not impressed by the recent announcement. The repo rate is already extremely high, making the business environment very tough and unaffordable. In our current dilapidated economy, every Namibian citizen wants to see the repo rate gradually decreasing until it returns to normal," he stated. Amadhila's remarks came in response to the announcement by Bank…

07 Dec

RP warns the government against secret negotiations with the WHO

National NewsRP warns the government against secret negotiations with the WHO

Stefanus Nashama Henk Mudge, the President of Namibia’s Republican Party (RP), has issued a warning to the Namibian Government to not engage in secret negotiations with the World Health Organization (WHO). Mudge, while addressing a press conference in Windhoek, expressed concern about WHO’s proposed amendments to the existing International Health Regulations of 2005 and the introduction of a New Pandemic Treaty. Mudge raised apprehensions about the WHO, describing it as an unelected body consisting of what he called “arrogant billionaires” known as the Globalists who are pushing a One World Government agenda. According to him, their ultimate goal is to…

07 Dec

LPM annoyed by Petroleum Commissioner for declining invitation

National NewsLPM annoyed by Petroleum Commissioner for declining invitation

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has expressed disappointment with Maggy Shino, the Petroleum Commissioner, for declining an invitation from the party to make a presentation at its upcoming policy conference. The invitation, extended to Shino by the LPM’s Deputy Leader and Chief Strategist, Henny Seibeb, aimed to shed light on Namibia’s oil and gas strategy, local economic empowerment and beneficiation. Seibeb said the party regrets Shino’s response and labelled it as displaying a disregard for the nation’s citizens. “Regrettably, your response to our invitation has been received with disappointment, exhibiting a disregard for our nation’s citizens, coupled with an…

07 Dec

CoW set to lose N$524 million through debt relief program

National NewsCoW set to lose N$524 million through debt relief program

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The City of Windhoek (CoW) Council has announced a debt relief program for eligible residents and businesses, which will see the city losing a total amount of N$524 million of revenue. Deputy Mayor, Joseph Uapingene announced this yesterday while giving highlights from the Ordinary Council meeting held last week. He said the program will offer 100 percent interest cancellation for pensioners and 50 percent interest cancellation for businesses, residential debtors and other debtors. “The program will start in 2024, and the exact date and application details will be shared with the public later. The council hopes that this…

07 Dec

Geingob receives historic award at COP 28

National NewsGeingob receives historic award at COP 28

Niël Terblanché President Hage Geingob was honoured as the recipient of the highly acclaimed African Presidential Green Infrastructure Investment Statesman of the Year during a momentous ceremony held at COP 28 in Dubai. President Geingob’s remarkable contributions to the field of Green Infrastructure Investment have earned him this distinguished recognition, making him only the second recipient of the award since its inception in 2022. The award was presented to President Geingob during the COP28 Africa Investment Earthshot Leaders’ Summit and NDC Investment Award. The gathering celebrated excellence in environmental leadership and sustainable development. The event was organized by Africa Investor…

07 Dec

SPYL rebuts Itula’s statements on presidential candidacy

MainSPYL rebuts Itula’s statements on presidential candidacy

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Swapo Party Youth League (SPYL), has addressed what it calls “unfounded hallucinations”, of Panduleni Itula, the leader of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), regarding Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the Swapo Party’s presidential candidate for the 2024 elections. In a statement, SPYL’s Secretary General, Ephraim Nekongo, reiterated the party’s usual stance of not responding to what they term the “hallucinations of fly-by-night political establishments” but felt compelled to set the record straight on Itula’s comments. This comes after Itula in a recent interview repeated a claim of being the only presidential candidate in Namibia. Itula also repeated claims about…