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28 Sep

Horse shoe Market struggles with a myriad of severe challenges

info_e12wt4csNational NewsHorse shoe Market struggles with a myriad of severe challenges

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Horseshoe Market, colloquially known as Uutala Wa Libertina, located at Katutura Single Quarters, serves as a central hub for vendors including barbers, hairdressers, and tailors. The market has recently attracted attention due to allegations surrounding unauthorized subletting of stalls and unclear ownership regulations. One vendor, who preferred to remain anonymous, expressed that they feel like they are paying rent twice. The vendor detailed that both she and her stall mate, a barber, are required to contribute N$600 each per month directly to the market’s bank account. Moreover, they must each pay an additional N$300 to the previous stallholders…

27 Sep

Artist in the spotlight: Ismael Shivute

info_e12wt4csFeaturedArtist in the spotlight: Ismael Shivute

I studied Sculpture in Department of Visual Arts, participated in many group exhibitions locally and internationally, and had a solo exhibition at the National Art Gallery of Namibia in 2006 and 2022 at Utopia Restaurant in Windhoek. After my studies I began creating mixedmedia artworks from my environment, often working with found or recycled materials drawn from the area in which I lives. Inspired by my environment, recycled or used materials and the feel of things made by hands… I feel that my art reflect a unique Namibian identity, as well as my own identity as an artist struggling to…

27 Sep

Green Charcoal Namibia promises 850 jobs and a sustainable future

info_e12wt4csEnergy, National NewsGreen Charcoal Namibia promises 850 jobs and a sustainable future

Niël Terblanché The Green Charcoal Namibia (GCN) factory, an N$60 million investment officially inaugurated in Arandis on Monday, is a forerunner of over 850 indirect jobs and the promise of a sustainable future. These jobs will span various fields including production, transport, machinery manufacturing, engineering, and export, bolstering the nation’s employment rate significantly. The factory currently employs over 50 individuals, with plans to create an additional 30 permanent jobs by 2025. Christine //Hoebes, Minister in the Presidency, declared the project “a giant step” towards ecological conservation, clean energy, and community well-being. “The production of green charcoal is not just an…

27 Sep

Government urged to exercise caution with public funds…oppositions advise prudence in oil deals

info_e12wt4csMainGovernment urged to exercise caution with public funds…oppositions advise prudence in oil deals

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Member of Parliament, Joseph Kauandenge, has cautioned the government against engaging with individuals possessing dubious backgrounds, especially when dealing with taxpayers’ money. The Secretary General of the National Unity Democratic Organisation, voiced these concerns this week in an interview with this publication, responding to media reports. Reports suggest that the Ministry of Mines and Energy has procured oil advice from Cameroonian lawyer Njock Ayuk Eyong, allegedly convicted of fraud in the United States of America. Acting Executive Director of the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Bryan Eiseb, reportedly confirmed correspondence with Ayuk for legal advice and support in…

27 Sep

Fierce Competition and Rising Stars Shine”

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Windhoek, Namibia -The Khomas School Volleyball League lit up the courts this past weekend at the Martti Ahtisaari Primary School sports field. With a display of exceptional talent and sportsmanship across all age categories, the event was a testament to the dedication and passion of young athletes in the region. In the under 17 girls category, CJ Brandt emerged as the undefeated champions, showcasing their dominance on the court. In the under 17 boys' division A Shipena maintained their unbeaten streak, narrowly defeating Repies Remix in a thrilling tie-breaker match. The Rehoboth boys put up an impressive competition, making it…

27 Sep

Brave Gladiators on Qualifying for the 2nd Round of the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations

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Despite playing home away from home, the Brave Gladiators continued where they left off, when they continued to inflict defeat on Gambia, following their 2-0 win in their second leg for the WAFCON Qualification match in Morocco, which qualified them for the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations The team’s triumph exemplifies their skills, resilience and determination, that they have displayed throughout the campaign. As women football continues to take center stage, the performance of the national team will continue to keep the Namibian flag flying high. The team will now face Ghana or Rwanda in the second round of…

27 Sep

Namibia is among five countries toproduce GH2 at competitive rates: Uandja

info_e12wt4csEnergy, National NewsGreen Hydrogen (GH2), Namibia is among five countries toproduce GH2 at competitive rates: Uandja

Martin Endjala Nangula Uaandja, the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) has announced that due to Namibia’s unparalleled wind and solar resources, the country is among five globally that have the potential to produce Green Hydrogen (GH2) at competitive rates. Uaandja made this remark at the recently concluded United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, USA, while showcasing Namibia’s unique opportunities and comparative advantages as an investment destination. She mentioned that the cost of green hydrogen produced in Namibia is projected to be between $1.73 and $2.30 per kilogram, with exports expected to…

27 Sep

Namibia shines bright in global limelight

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Niël Terblanché Namibia garnered significant attention at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York over the past week, with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) hosting influential investment promotion activities. According to Catherine Shipushu, Senior Manager of Marketing, Branding and Communications at the NIPDB the mission was aimed at bolstering foreign and domestic investments as viable levers to facilitate sustainable economic growth and quality employment creation in Namibia. Namibia has showcased a resilient economy, registering a 4.2 percent growth rate in 2022. The nation’s meticulous investment promotion strategies are bearing fruit, attaining the number one rank…

27 Sep

Gender ministry in need of social workers

info_e12wt4csNational Newsand Social Welfare (MGEPESW), Gender Equality, Gender ministry in need of social workers, poverty eradication

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Given the rising number of orphans and vulnerable children in Namibia, the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare (MGEPESW) is in urgent need of additional social workers, according to a report by Auditor General Junias Kandjeke. Kandjeke’s follow-up performance audit report, covering the financial years 2019/20 to 2021/22, highlighted the critical requirement for more social workers within the ministry. The initial audit revealed that an alarming 57 percent of social worker positions were vacant. However, a subsequent audit showed substantial improvement, with only 16 percent of these positions still unoccupied. Considering these findings, Kandjeke recommends…

27 Sep

Dundee Precious Metals commissions first-of-its-kind waste management facility

info_e12wt4csNational NewsDundee Precious Metals commissions first-of-its-kind waste management facility, Zebra Kasete

Martin Endjala Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb smelter has announced the commissioning of its unique general waste management facility in the Oshikoto region that was acquired at a cost of N$15 million. This project, the first of its kind in the region, will focus on segregating and sorting waste at the source to minimize waste to landfill. This was confirmed yesterday by Dundee’s Vice President and Managing Director, Zebra Kasete, in Tsumeb. Kasete stated that the investment demonstrates Dundee’s commitment to being a responsible corporate citizen and steward of the environment. The Integrated Waste Management Facility comprises several key components, including…