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29 Nov

FNB supports Opuwo youth with building materials

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Stefanus Nashama First National Bank (FNB), in collaboration with the FirstRand Namibian Foundation Trust and Ohorongo Cement, has provided valuable support to over 25 youths in Opuwo, with a social investment valued at more than N$300,000. During the launch of a two-day training workshop over the weekend in Opuwo, Kaarina Matheus, FNB Commercial Relationship Manager, explained that this social investment is aimed at empowering the youth in Opuwo through training in brickmaking and business skills. She also highlighted that FNB, through FirstRand and Ohorongo Cement, is providing a full starter pack equipped with the necessary equipment to kick-start their businesses.…

28 Nov

Baron Brown Makes History with the Inauguration of Walvis Bay’s First Women’s Soccer Team

info_e12wt4csSportsBaron Brown Makes History with the Inauguration of Walvis Bay’s First Women’s Soccer Team

Walvis Bay, Erongo - Former goalkeeper coach for Blue Waters FC and Eleven Arrows, Baron Brown, has etched his name in history by founding the first-ever women’s soccer team in Walvis Bay. This historic initiative, supported by former Namibian international footballer Lazarus Kaimbi, aims to empower young women and challenge societal norms regarding women’s participation in football. Baron Brown, whose soccer journey began as a player for Blue Birds and later transitioned to become a renowned goalkeeper coach, is now taking on a new role as a pioneer for women’s football in Walvis Bay. His latest venture, the Desert Foxes…

28 Nov

Observer Sport Talk with Mr Gordon Pokolo, FNB Manager for Sponsorship and Promotions

info_e12wt4csSportsObserver Sport Talk with Mr Gordon Pokolo

Observer Sports took time out to talk to Mr Gordon Pokolo, FNB Manager for Sponsorship and Promotions, on the company’s involvement in the game of football and their role in supporting the development of women football in the country.Many companies, including financial institutions like FNB, often engage in sports sponsorships as part of their marketing and corporate social responsibility strategies. Sponsoring football or other sports events allows companies to increase brand visibility, connect with their target audience, and contribute to the development of sports at various levels. In recent years, there has been a growing focus on supporting women’s football,…

28 Nov

An Exclusive Interview with Exit

info_e12wt4csFeaturedAn Exclusive Interview with Exit

You are known by your stage name, Exit. What’s your real name?My name is David Shikalepo At what age did you start making music?I started in high school, Grade 8, If I remember correctly. I was quite a young high school music star on the rise already. One of my teachers told me I will be a great mucisian after I wrote my first song and book. I never stopped being artistic from there onwards.I have been in the music game for more than 12 years now, and it just keeps getting better. Take us through your journey as a…

28 Nov

Geingob calls for a re-evaluation of the SACU trading model

info_e12wt4csMainGeingob calls for a re-evaluation of the SACU trading model

Martin Endjala President Hage Geingob has expressed concerns about the current Southern African Customs Union (SACU) trading model and called for a reevaluation of its approach, citing the challenges posed by the existing system. The President made these remarks during an end-of-year briefing at the State House in Windhoek. He emphasized the need to revisit SACU’s model, which he believes is hindering Namibia’s industrialization efforts. Geingob pointed out that Namibia cannot directly import cars and other goods from Europe or other regions; instead, it must go through South Africa. He argued that this current approach should be reconsidered for the…

28 Nov

Female-headed households in Namibia struggle with poverty

info_e12wt4csNational NewsFemale-headed households in Namibia struggle with poverty

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Auditor General Junias Kandjeke has revealed that 44 percent of female-headed households in Namibia are living in poverty. In a recent Performance Audit Report on Gender Equality in Governance, Decision-Making and Economic Empowerment within the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare (MGEPESW), covering the financial years of 2017/18 to 2021/22. The report sheds light on persistent challenges faced by these households, emphasising structural drivers of gender inequality, including unequal distribution of resources like land, capital and education. Further indicating that the limited participation in political and economic institutions further exacerbates the impact on women living…

28 Nov

CNFA raises serious concerns over fishing quota auctions

info_e12wt4csNational NewsCNFA raises serious concerns over fishing quota auctions

Niël Terblanché The Confederation of Namibia Fishing Association (CNFA) has strongly urged the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources to reconsider its decision to auction fishing quotas, expressing concerns about the potential negative impact on the fishing industry and Namibia’s economy. During the recent Annual Fishing Industry event where the Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Derek Klazen addressed role players in Walvis Bay, Matti Amukwa, the Chairperson of the CNFA, stated that auctioning quotas to the highest bidder contradicts the provisions of the Marine Resources Act and may not be in the best interest of the government. He argued…

28 Nov

40 labour unions face de-registration for failing to submit annual returns

info_e12wt4csNational News40 labour unions face de-registration for failing to submit annual returns

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Acting Labour Commissioner, Kyllikki Sihlahla, has strongly warned Labour Unions and Employers’ Organisations that their registration can be cancelled or suspended if they fail to submit their audited annual financial returns by 30 November 2023. She said after several warnings emphasising the imperative for defaulting entities to promptly comply with the statutory provisions outlined in the Labour Act. With only a few days left as well as a specific directive that required the submission of outstanding annual returns as per section 60 of the Labour Act, the majority still have not submitted their annual returns. Sihlahla stated that…

28 Nov

Ministry of Mines supports the establishment of a diamond training institute

info_e12wt4csNational NewsMinistry of Mines supports the establishment of a diamond training institute

Martin Endjala The Ministry of Mines and Energy says that it is willing to extend its support to the vision of establishing a diamond training institution in the country. This comes after the Namib Desert Diamond Company (Namdia) expressed its vision to establish a diamond polishing training institution in Namibia. “The Ministry is aware that Namdia at some point, has expressed its long-term vision at one of the stakeholder’s engagement sessions with the Media. During the Session, Namdia expressed its willingness to establish a polishing institute in the Country. As a Ministry charged with ensuring sustainable development of Namibia’s mineral…

28 Nov

Kauandenge to contest for NUDO’s presidency

info_e12wt4csNational NewsKauandenge to contest for NUDO’s presidency

Stefanus Nashama Josef Kauandenge, the Secretary-General of the National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO), has formally declared his candidacy for the party’s presidency in preparation for next year’s elections. In a recent announcement, Kauandenge expressed his belief that he is the right person to lead the party and aims to rejuvenate it from its past setbacks. Kauandenge noted that NUDO has lost support in the Southern regions and outlined his commitment to reclaiming that lost ground once he assumes leadership. He stated that the party should not settle for merely holding two seats in Parliament and stressed the need for a…