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31 May

Rural areas not benefiting from financial inclusion

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Despite significant strides in financial inclusion, with an estimated 78 percent of the Namibian population now covered, the benefits of these efforts have yet to reach many, particularly in rural areas.The Governor of the Bank of Namibia (BoN), Johannes !Gawaxab, highlighted this disparity at a recent symposium held at Namibia University of Science and Technology in Eenhana.!Gawaxab pointed out that approximately 62 percent of Namibians, especially those in rural regions, still rely predominantly on cash for their income and payments.“This reliance often necessitates long and costly journeys to the nearest financial institution or ATM, further discouraging the use of formal…

31 May

Tsumeb residents protest against bail for drought aid theft suspect

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Residents of Tsumeb on Thursday protested against the possibility of bail being granted to Ricardo "Anne" Denise, a constituency council official during his appearance in the town’s magistrate court.Denise was arrested after handing himself to the police in connection with the theft of drought relief aid food worth an estimated N$100 000.According to Johannes Johannes, a social justice activist of the Affirmative Repositioning movement in Tsumeb, the angry residents marched to the court to demand that no bail be granted to the accused person. They also handed a petition with their grievances to the public prosecutor.Their anger stems from the…

31 May

Marigold Hotel to pay CoW N$299 000 in debt

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The Marigold Hotel in Windhoek is expected to pay off its remaining debt of N$299,000 to the City of Windhoek (CoW) by 7 June 2024, following a recent disconnection of municipal services.When the capital city’s municipality cut services, the hotel’s outstanding debts were approximately N$500 000 of which N$256 000 have already been repaid.The partial repayment of outstanding debt ensured the reconnection of municipal services.The CoW announced that the reconnection of the services to the hotel was done with the same protocols available to all customers in a similar situation.

31 May

NEW BROOM:

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The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has announced the appointment of a new board of directors for the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR), effective from 1 July 2024.Iipumbu Shiimi made the announcement on friday.In his announcement Shiimi stated that the new board is expected to bring stability and strategic direction to the company, which has recently been embroiled in multiple controversies and financial investigations.The minister said that the new board is tasked with navigating these complexities and restoring confidence in NAMCOR.The newly appointed board members are Florentia Amuenje, Board Chairperson, Tersia Gowases, Deputy Board Chairperson, Godfrey Ngaisiue, Oscar…

31 May

Just Saying

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Am just saying sports have the potential to significantly contribute to the Namibian economy and improve the quality of life for many of our citizens. However, am just saying that to transform sports into a professional industry that not only benefits athletes but also creates substantial employment opportunities, club owners and sports leaders must play a proactive and dynamic role. Am saying, club owners should prioritize investing in and maintaining sports facilities. The current state of many facilities in Namibia is dire, with some courts having trees growing in them and fields being abandoned once they deteriorate. Am just saying,…

31 May

APP congress set for August

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Martin Endjala The Central Coordinating Committee (CCC) of the All People’s Party (APP), has announced that the party’s fourth National Congress is set for 2 to 4 August at a venue yet to be confirmed. Daniel Djami, the APP’s secretary for information and media relations, said 300 delegates are expected to attend. “This includes the CCC, youth, and women’s wings. Nominations for the top 8 positions will be made at the congress, and regional restructuring in the remaining four regions, namely, Hardap, Ohangwena, Oshana, and Oshikoto, will be completed before Congress,” he said. The CCC also resolved to amend some…

31 May

Namibia’s men’s national team announced for AFCON qualifiers and COSAFA competition

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Namibia’s Men’s National Team coach, Collin Benjamin, has officially announced the squad for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers against Liberia and Tunisia, scheduled to take place on June 5 and June 9 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The team will subsequently travel to Durban to compete in the COSAFA competition. Coach Benjamin has strategically selected a roster that balances seasoned veterans with promising young talent. This blend is aimed at leveraging the experience of the older players while providing the younger ones with crucial exposure on the international stage. The inclusion of seasoned professionals such as goalkeeper Loydt Kazapua and forward Peter…

30 May

Small Stock Farming: The Imperatives

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Nichlas Mbingeneeko The previous article focused on mitigating the effects of the drought. This article will focus on preparing small stock for showcasing or participation in agricultural shows. The showcasing of livestock or participation of livestock in agricultural shows is a strategic marketing imperative. The presentability of livestock during agricultural shows and their phenotypic appearance are sine qua nons for effective marketing. In the end, the best animal must win the agricultural show competition. Therefore, in this article tips will be shared with small stock exhibitors on how best to prepare livestock for agricultural shows. The same preparation applies equally…

30 May

It is no longer about liberation credentials

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The Swapo Party of Namibia would very much like to be judged on its pre-liberation credentials especially on its abrogation of having delivered independence to the Namibian people. Let it be for those who may be still nostalgic about the liberation era. The sole and authentic era. Only a fool would deny the pivotal role of the Swapo Party especially its armed wing in causing if not speeding up freedom ushered in in 1990. Parallel to its armed struggle was its political and diplomatic engagements which saw the likes of Hidipo Hamutenya (HH) and company crisscrossing many a capital of…

30 May

Change is ineludible

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Erasmus Nekundi Some moons ago you were a toddler, but today you are an adult. We were in summer not long ago, but today we are freezing because winter has just arrived. So the jerseys are out of the wardrobes, so we adopt to survive the new season. In the 90s, our parents had feature phones, but today smartphones are dominant. They used to paddle oars in canoes, but now it’s about cruising in yachts. All these, however distinct they are, are evidence that change is a guaranteed and inevitable reality; and timely evolution is central to survive in a…