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27 Apr

Rosh Pinah Solar Park will generate 5,4 MW

Observer Money

The proposed Rosh Pinah Solar Park (RPSP) will generate 5,4 MW for the operational energy requirements of Rosh Pinah Zinc Corporation (RPZC). RPZC is in the process of expanding its operations and will require additional supplies of electricity. The establishment of Rosh Pinah Solar Park is expected to reduce the cost of energy to run the mine, diversify its sources of energy and improve its sustainability. RPSP is owned and will be managed by two Namibian entities, Otesa Energy Projects, the majority shareholder, and Emesco Energy (Namibia). Otesa Energy Projects will construct the plant and Emesco developed the plant. Director…

27 Apr

Financial allocation for Standing Committees increased

National NewsFinancial allocation for Standing Committees increased

Stefanus Nashama The Chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Sinimbo Muha yesterday stated that the National Council financial allocation for Standing Committees has been increased by about 133 percent He said the increase from N$300 000 to N$400 000 in the 2022/2023 financial year to N$700 000 to N$900 000 in the 2023/2024 financial year, amounts to more than 130 percent. The increment is with the exception of the Standing Committee on Implementation and Coordination, which has been, appropriated an amount of N$300 000 for this financial year. The N$700 000 to N$900 000 financial allocation aims at improving key…

27 Apr

Hyphen Hydrogen Energy announces ammonia offtake MoUs

Observer Money

One of Namibia’s green energy prospects, Hyphen Hydrogen Energy has signed non-binding Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with two major industrial companies with the aim of Hyphen providing them with up to 750 000 tonnes of green ammonia annually. The agreements with a major chemical company and Approtium, a South Korean hydrogen producer, are targeting offtake of up to 500,000 tonnes and 250 000 tonnes a year respectively. The agreements follow Hyphen’s recently signed MoU with RWE Supply and Trading (RWEST), the German multinational utility company for supply of up to 300 000 tonnes annually of green ammonia from 2027. Hyphen…

27 Apr

Okongo Constituency makes strides in the fight against drought

National NewsOkongo Constituency makes strides in the fight against drought

Martin Endjala The Okongo Constituency in the Ohangwena Region is making strides in the fight against drought, following its fully-fledged Omauni project that is progressing well with ensuring food security. “Food security is our first priority in the Okongo constituency as well as ensuring that the region shy away from buying vegetables and fruit from other towns such as Etunda and Tsumeb,” said the Okongo Constituency Councillor, Efiaim Lebbius. During an interview with this publication, the councillor stated that since his election in 2020, his main priority was to ensure food security for the region, and to date, he has…

27 Apr

NamPower aims to increase renewable energy by 100 MW

Observer Money

Nampower says since the commencement of the Green Hydrogen Project, the focus and impact of the combined magnitude of between 5 000 to 7 000 MW of renewable power to be generated for the project, as well as what may be available for off-take, have become critical considerations for its business. The company says collaboration with the government and ensuring representation for NamPower’s future sustainability is therefore essential. As part of its Integrated Strategy and Business Plan (ISBP) 2020-2025, NamPower intends to move towards a cleaner fuel mix for electricity generation by increasing generation from renewable energy sources by 100…

27 Apr

Lungameni fired by his board

National NewsLungameni fired by his board

Niël Terblanché The Agro-marketing and Trade Agency (Amta) managing director Lucas Lungameni has been fired by the agency’s Board of Directors today after he was found guilty on eight counts of misconduct, which includes the disappearance of around N$6,2 million. Lungameni was suspended last year after irregularities and rampant corruption were reported to the board. In a statement, Lorna Shikongo-Kuvare, Chairperson of the Amta Board of Directors, confirmed the sacking of Lungameni and said he breached several contractual obligations to the agency. “Despite the unfortunate outcome of the disciplinary hearing, the board of Amta assures the public and its stakeholders…

27 Apr

Constitution authors omitted recognition of the genocide

National NewsConstitution authors omitted recognition of the genocide

Stefanus Nashama Member of Parliament, Vipuakuje Muharukua, says the authors of the Namibian Constitution have omitted to recognize the Herero and Nama Genocide that occurred in Namibia between 1904 and 1908. “This makes someone wonder if the genocide has a specific recognition in the history of Namibia,” Muharukua argued during his contribution to the motion tabled in Parliament on Tuesday, titled ‘Building a Memorial Genocide Museum. He stated that the Namibian Constitution does not recognize the genocide as a dark event and as part of Namibian History. “We are still calling for it to be recognized as part of Namibian…

27 Apr

Sustainable Development Council faces various challenges

Observer Money

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Sustainable Development Advisory Council during the 2021/ 2023 financial year has faced numerous operational challenges amongst them finances and a lack of limited awareness of the council. The council which was inaugurated in 2015 by the Minister of Environment and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, is a body of eight members appointed by the minister to advise him and to promote cooperation and coordination on environmental issues relating to sustainable development amongst organs of state. According to the council’s annual report, while specific challenges were also faced during the reporting period, the situational analysis carried out as part of…

27 Apr

Musheko refutes allegations of neglect

National News

Martin Endjala The Ministry of Agriculture Water Land and Reform has refuted allegations that no budget was allocated to the Mashare Agriculture Development Institute (MADI). The allegations were described as a blatant lie and that budget allocation has indeed been made available, except for the fact that it is decentralised in Windhoek. The ministry’s Spokesperson, Jona Musheko, during an interview with this publication yesterday, explained that due to high inflation, which has heavily impacted the economy, the budget allocated to the Agriculture Ministry was reduced, which then led to the Ministry only allocating certain budget to MADI. This comes after…

27 Apr

Small steps are needed to reach a giant goal

MainSmall steps are needed to reach a giant goal

Niël Terblanché If Namibia wants to grow its economy the country should realise that the demand for affordable, available, and access to energy will increase accordingly. Tom Alweendo, Namibia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, upon welcoming participants in the fifth edition of the Namibia International Energy Conference on Wednesday and said the availability and access to energy sources are not evenly distributed, leading to geopolitical tensions among nations. “It is essential therefore to handle the country’s energy issue with caution and care to prevent conflicts and ensure sustainable development. The current geopolitical tensions are a clear indication of the importance…