Transparent, responsible, and efficient institutions are critical for nations seeking progress and development, and the significance of solid foundations cannot be overemphasized in today’s ever-changing world. Acknowledging the relevance of this, Namibia’s National Assembly (NA) recently sought inspiration from Zambia’s Office of the Auditor General.
National Assembly learns from Zambia’s Auditor General’s Office
Old Mutual Namibia launches state-of-the-art fund administration system
Old Mutual Namibia this week launched its cutting-edge state-of-the-art fund administration system called Compass. At the unveiling of the revolutionary platform, Patricia Olivier, The Managing Director of Old Mutual Namibia Corporate Segment, emphasized the crucial role of innovation in driving progress and evolution.
Ashburton Kwata Mini-Cricket Programme bags international award for growing sport
The Ashburton Kwata Mini-Cricket Programme recently won a global award for the 2022 International Cricket Council (ICC) Development Initiative of the Year. Namibia on Tuesday was named the winner due to the continued success of its Ashburton Kwata Mini-Cricket Programme.
Trustco rebalances Meya exposure, ramps up underground production
After investing approximately US$116 million in its Meya diamond mine in Sierra Leone, Trustco Group announced this week that is has found an investor for 70% of the mine’s equity, but at a firesale price of US$25 million.
Aqua Services & Engineering inaugurates new Walvis Bay warehouse
By Adolf Kaure. Namibian company Aqua Services & Engineering (ASE) recently opened its new and improved warehouse at Walvis Bay. ASE is a local supplier and service partner for reagents, chemicals and equipment.
Customer experience is crucial at WiSion Media and Drafting
Launch Namibia introduced their entrepreneurs of the week, Vaughan Weiss and Veronica Frederico, co-founders of WiSion Media and Drafting. Launch said WiSion and Drafting expresses ideas and innovation in 3D, which means that they remove the frustration of clients trying to express their ideas by recreating them in 3D and then generating something that everyone […]
Telecom to inject N$25 million into onboarding trainee programme
By Clifton Movirongo. Telecom Namibia recently disclosed at its onboarding of interns, graduates, and apprentices event that it plans to invest roughly N$25 million into its onboarding of trainees, a two-fold process intended to reduce unemployment by creating job opportunities for up to 83 young Namibians.
Plight against malnutrition requires urgent attention – Nganate
Bags of maize, cooking oil and dry fish were donated to the Omaheke Region by Deepsea Consolidated Investment, a fully Namibian-owned integrated business that operates in fishing, agronomy and the frozen food industry through their own dry fish processing operations.
Rule amendments opens Namibia Building Workers Pension Fund for wider membership
Pension benefits for workers and professionals in the construction industry are now available on a much broader scale, following changes to the rules of the Namibia Building Workes Pension Fund (NBWPF). At a breakfast meeting on Wednesday 26 July, the fund announced that certain critical rule amendments have been introduced to make the fund more […]
Uutoni warns sloppy contractors of blacklisting at Mass Housing handover
By Adolf Kaure. The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Hon Erastus Uutoni cautioned contractors that they would be blacklisted if they do not stick to their contractual obligations to finalise the construction of houses and erven.
Swakopmund Career Fair offers learners unique opportunity to explore various professions
The Swakopmund Career Fair kicked off on Tuesday at the Germina Shitaleni MultiPurpose Centre in Mondesa. The hosts, the Swakopmund Municipality said in this fast-paced world where industries are constantly evolving, career fairs offer learners a unique chance to explore a plethora of professions and gain valuable insights directly from professionals in their desired fields.
NAMDIA profits explode, increasing by almost 300% in 22/23 financial year
By Clifton Movirongo. Namib Desert Diamonds (NAMDIA) has surpassed the N$400 million profit after tax mark for the first time since its inception, owing to revenue growth of over N$3 billion, an increase of N$1.2 billion from N$1.9 billion in the previous financial year.
City of Windhoek engages with stakeholders to enrich the professional development of students
The City of Windhoek (CoW) received a visit from the Namibia Institute of Technology (NIT), as part of their vocational training student exposure programme for the School of Applied Engineering, Innovation, and Technology this week.
Kahunikwa learners receive four classrooms under the MTC Rural School Project
Learners of Kahunikwa Primary School in the Zambezi Region said goodbye to learning in mud-built structures as 4 classrooms and one storeroom constructed by the MTC and MVA Fund valued at N$1.2 million were handed over last week.
Biosafety awareness under scrutiny at biotech workshop
By Freeman ya Ngulu. The first day of the Oshikoto Region Biosafety Stakeholder Awareness Workshop was successfully concluded on Friday at the Oxford Hotel in Tsumeb. The workshop garnered significant attendance with over 33 individuals representing a diverse range of stakeholders.
Doek Literary Awards announces judges and commissioned artists
The 2023 Bank Windhoek Doek Literary Awards has announced Dr Nelson Mlambo, Natasha Uys, and Namafu Amutse as this year’s judging panel, while Clara Mupopiwa and Erik Schnack, are the commissioned artists.
Namibia has managed its environmental matters very well, and the trend will continue says Environmental Commissioner
After reviewing and approving ReconAfrica’s application, the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) through the office of the Environmental Commissioner recently issued an Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) to the company for drilling exploration and appraisal wells in the Kavango Basin to begin the next phase of their oil and gas exploration work programme.
Business leaders called to join the Oshana Investors Conference
Given the facilities and infrastructure available to businesses, the Oshana region is suitable for trade and investment. The region boasts good road infrastructure, an airport with daily flights during business hours, and a railway station.
FlyNamibia to promote its routes through Airlink on the Global Distributions System
FlyNamibia is joining Airlink to promote its flights and services to travel agents worldwide on the Global Distribution System (GDS), a statement released this week revealed. Through the GDS, Airlink has a global reach and the ability to display and sell its inventory in many markets.
Welwitschias conclude training camp in Swakopmund
By Adolf Kaure. The Namibian rugby team commonly known as the “Welwitschias” concluded a one-week training camp this week in Swakopmund. The camp included 45 players chosen by coach Alister Coetzee, vying for a place to represent the country at the 2023 RWC Rugby World Cup (RWC) in France.
Changemakers ensure vulnerable children in the communities stay warm
Step out of Poverty through Education, Encouragement, and Support (S.P.E.S.) Charity, one of Capricorn Foundations’ partners, Capricorn Group employees, in their role as Changemakers, donated blankets and children’s clothes (0-6 years) as part of their winter drive to hand over to kindergartens supported by S.P.E.S Charity.
NamRA says total tax refund amount under scrutiny now at N$833 million
The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) this week said that significant progress has been recorded in the investigation of the fraudulent income tax refund scam that began in March 2022. “As of 18 July 2023, our investigations have implicated a total of 1,168 taxpayers, employed at 84 institutions, encompassing private companies, Government Offices, Ministries and Agencies […]
Updated guidelines to manage and combat STIs launched
The Third Edition of the National Guideline for the Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), which was last updated 15 years ago in 2008 was launched this week in Windhoek. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Kalumbi Shangula said the event marked a culmination of many months of intense […]
Namibian patients with foot and ankle deformities treated in groundbreaking surgery
The restorative medicine practised by a local and a South African surgeon, Dr Jacques Jonck and Dr Mark Myerson, has entered a new dimension when the formidable duo started working with the Ministry of Health and Social Services, to identify government patients with clubfoot affliction for remedial surgery.
Airports Company currently operating at about 78% of pre-COVID-19 level
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has made significant progress in stabilising the company operations, currently operating at about 78% of the pre-COVID-19 level an executive said on Thursday. NAC Board of Directors Chairperson Dr Leake Hangala highlighted this on Thursday as the company held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the preceding three financial years, […]
Riding the wave of change: The top 3 trends revolutionizing CSR in finance and insurance
By Mignon du Preez OM Group Marketing, Public Affairs, and Sustainability Executive. The financial services and insurance industry is no exception to the evolution of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability in recent years.
Pedestrian safety at schools key for road safety awareness
With Namibian schools back in operational mode, the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund reminded teachers, learners and parents about the importance of basic road safety. The Fund said it continues to promote road safety at schools through traffic patrols and school activations at various schools around the country.