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Geingob’s dedication to the environment paved the way for international recognition

Geingob’s dedication to the environment paved the way for international recognition

Martin Endjala The Environmental Investment Fund’s (EIF), Chief Executive Officer, Benedict Libanda, said the late President Hage Geingob’s dedication to environmental sustainability garnered international recognition and it was exemplified by him leading the first cohort of countries to develop Sustainable Ocean Plans by 2025. Libanda said this yesterday while paying tribute to President Geingob in Windhoek. “On behalf of the EIF, it is with profound sorrow and deep reflection that I pay tribute to our late President of the Republic of Namibia, His Excellency Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob, who recently departed from our midst. His passing leaves an immense void…
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Africa and the world pay tribute to President Hage Geingob

Africa and the world pay tribute to President Hage Geingob

Niël Terblanché In an outpouring of grief and respect, leaders from around the world have paid homage to the late President Hage Geingob of Namibia, who passed away, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, freedom struggle, and a vision for Africa’s unity and prosperity. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, reflecting the sentiments of a continent in mourning, hailed President Geingob as an “outstanding leader, patriot, and friend of South Africa,” lauding his pivotal role in Namibia’s liberation and the solidarity extended to South Africa’s own struggle for freedom. Ramaphosa’s recent visit to Namibia, where both leaders pledged closer ties between…
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SADC training aimed at enhancing knowledge of programs

SADC training aimed at enhancing knowledge of programs

Niël Terblanché In a decisive move to amplify the Southern African Development Community’s (SADC) presence on a global scale, officials tasked with Information, Communication, and Public Relations across Member States received focused training during a workshop in Swakopmund. The initiative, spearheaded by the SADC Secretariat, aims to elevate the communication, awareness, and visibility of the organization’s programmes, activities and impacts both within the region and internationally. Ambassador António Nascimento, the Director of Institutional Communications and Press at the Ministry of External Relations of Angola (MIREX), during his welcoming address, stressed the necessity for member states to work together and share…
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Tragic vehicle accident claims three lives

Tragic vehicle accident claims three lives

Niël Terblanché Three young men tragically lost their lives, and another was severely injured when the vehicle they were travelling in, veered off the road and overturned between Karibib and Usakos. Inspector Ileni Shapumba, head of the Community Affairs Division of the Namibian Police in the Erongo Region, provided an incident report in which it is stated that the tragic accident occurred around 04:00 this morning. The report indicates that the 21-year-old driver, who tragically died at the crash scene, was driving from Karibib in a white Chevrolet sedan when he lost control of the vehicle. Along with the driver,…
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EU Launch N$15 million project to empower community

EU Launch N$15 million project to empower community

Martin Endjala The European Union (EU), in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), has launched the Empowering Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Women, Youth, and Marginalized Communities as Equal Partners in Democracy (ECSO) project. The initiative, with a budget of N$15 million, is co-funded by the EU and KAS. The EU’s Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Martins said that the project aligns with the joint commitment of the EU and Namibia to enhance the participation of Civil Society Organizations in governance and development. The initiative will span three years, from July 2023 to June 2026, focusing on the //Karas, Kunene, and Erongo regions.…
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Airlink to re-start Durban, Bloemfontein flights

Airlink to re-start Durban, Bloemfontein flights

Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will reinstate direct flights between Durban and Bloemforntein from 26 February this year. The service is part of Airlink’s strategy to expand its network of flights from Durban as a third hub with Bloemfontein joining Johannesburg, Gqeberha, Mbombela (Nelspruit) and Harare as directly-served destinations. Airlink’s morning flights on the route will operate Monday to Friday and its late afternoon flights every day except Saturdays. Tickets for flights on the route are available already. “Airlink’s direct service between the two cities is in response to increased calls for convenient and efficient connections that boost productivity for…
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The AI era is upon us

The AI era is upon us

Kristalina Georgieva We are on the brink of a technological revolution that could jumpstart productivity, boost global growth and raise incomes around the world. Yet it could also replace jobs and deepen inequality. The rapid advance of artificial intelligence has captivated the world, causing both excitement and alarm, and raising important questions about its potential impact on the global economy. The net effect is difficult to foresee, as AI will ripple through economies in complex ways. What we can say with some confidence is that we will need to come up with a set of policies to safely leverage the…
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Relocation and long-distance challenges leave more than 39,000 IDs uncollected

Relocation and long-distance challenges leave more than 39,000 IDs uncollected

Martin Endjala The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security has identified relocation and long distances as significant hurdles preventing citizens from collecting their National Identity Cards (IDs). The ministry recently announced that a staggering 39,168 ID cards remain uncollected nationwide. Margaret Kalo, the Ministry’s spokesperson, addressed the issue by revealing that during the current financial year, the ministry successfully printed a total of 116,354 ID cards. Out of this number, 77,186 have been handed over to their rightful owners, leaving a concerning 39,168 IDs still awaiting collection. Kalo highlighted the ministry’s plea to citizens to visit their nearest…
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Company registrations decline in Q3

In the third quarter of 2023, there was a notable decline in company registrations, indicating a potential slowdown in future economic activity. The year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter registration of new businesses both decreased. The overall number of new business registrations, a key gauge of business confidence, saw a substantial 17.6 percent year-on-year decrease. The decline was more pronounced in the close corporation category, which fell by 19.1 percent, while private companies (Pty) Ltd experienced a marginal 4.2 percent decrease over the same period. Quarter-on-quarter, the total registrations of new businesses dropped by 15.7 percent in the third quarter. During the same…
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Just Saying with Matts Haikali

Just Saying with Matts Haikali

Namibia, as a country stands at a cross road as far as sports is concerned. In a world where sports have transcended boundaries and become a global spectacle, the need for countries to invest in sports facilities and their maintenance has never been more critical. The recent hosting of an international rated Four Nation Squash tournament by Wanderers Sports Club, says a lot about what potential the country has, if we put our money in ensuring that our sports facilities are of international standard. Am just saying, we must start thing not only about nurturing local talent and promoting a…
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