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08 Dec

Payment delays are a major concern

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Stefanus Nashama Alex Shimuafeni, the Statistician-General of the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA), said that addressing payment delays, primarily due to verification processes, was a significant concern during the enumeration and post-enumeration survey periods. Apart from other challenges faced during these two critical phases, Shimuafeni shared these insights at a media conference held yesterday in Windhoek, providing an update on the 2023 population and housing census and the post-enumeration survey. “Fieldworkers faced compensation issues, and advocates, along with key stakeholders, worked tirelessly to resolve them,” Shimuafeni stated. To expedite the verification process and maintain accuracy, the NSA recruited additional temporary staff.…

08 Dec

Namibia urged to prioritise environmental sustainability

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources, Melania Ndjago has stressed the need for Namibia to bolster its commitment to environmental sustainability. Drawing inspiration from discussions at the Nevsky International Ecological Congress held in Saint Petersburg, Russia, earlier this year, Ndjago outlined several key recommendations in a report aimed at fostering a green and sustainable future for Namibia. The first recommendation advocates for the government, specifically through the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, to construct or reinforce legal corridors that encourage and support organisations, individuals and businesses to operate in an environmentally…

08 Dec

NamPower pioneers innovative electricity storage solution

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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

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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,…

07 Dec

RP warns the government against secret negotiations with the WHO

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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

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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

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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

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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

NWR supports Khorixas to maintain a clean environment

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Stefanus Nashama Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), has taken steps to support the Khorixas Town Council with cleaning materials worth N$10 000 to enhance a hygienic environment for tourism. Nelson Ashipala, the Spokesperson of the NWR, confirmed the support yesterday. Providing details about the nature of the donation, Ashipala said, it includes gloves, refuse bags, and masks to support the town in maintaining a pristine environment. He said that the donation aims to empower Khorixas in its mission to keep the town and its surroundings clean and welcoming. Ashipala said Khorixas is stationed along one of the most scenic routes in…

07 Dec

NAOGSP set to host inaugural board meeting

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Niël Terblanché The Namibian Association for Offshore Oil and Gas Service Providers (NAOGSP) is poised to hold its inaugural board meeting in Walvis Bay on Saturday. NAOGSP, a newly formed industry association representing Namibian offshore oil and gas service providers, is dedicated to fostering collaboration, facilitating knowledge exchange, and promoting business development among its members, thereby optimizing its contribution to the country’s offshore oil and gas sector. According to Knowledge Ipinge, the founder of NAOGSP, the inaugural board meeting will also mark the official inception of the recently established association. The existence of NAOGSP first came to light when the…