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Cybersecurity student reimagining African pop
Musician Precious Andre (19), known to her fanbase as Precchie, is balancing two different worlds: the technical precision of a cybersecurity degree and the rhythmic world of African pop music. While many young artists stick to a single lane, the Walvis Bay native says she is building a “global sound”. “My music isn’t just a […] The post Cybersecurity student reimagining African pop appeared first on The Namibian .
Walvis Bay faces water outages amid infrastructure upgrades
Residents in several parts of Walvis Bay will face temporary water supply interruptions this week as the municipality carries out infrastructure upgrades. In a public notice issued ahead of the work, the municipality says water supply will be cut on Tuesday and Wednesday between 08h00 and 17h00. The interruption will allow for the replacement of […] The post Walvis Bay faces water outages amid infrastructure upgrades appeared first on The Namibian .
Africa open for business at Swakopmund
THE Africa Economic Leadership Council will hold a three-day Invest in Africa Trade Expo and business summit at Swakopmund from 28 to 30 May. Co-founder and president Heinrich Hafeni, whose company Hafeni Tourism Group is organising the event, says the purpose of the expo and summit is to connect and nurture partnerships among African entrepreneurs […] The post Africa open for business at Swakopmund appeared first on The Namibian .
President assesses maritime monitoring efforts
Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to protecting marine resources and strengthening maritime security following a strategic visit to the fisheries monitoring centre in Walvis Bay, where she was briefed on the country’s vessel tracking system, its successes and ongoing challenges. The President, accompanied by Vice President Lucia Witbooi, Fisheries Minister Inge ... The post President assesses maritime monitoring efforts appeared first on Informan
Telecom Namibia and Angola Telecom ink pact to fortify regional connectivity
Telecom Namibia Limited and Angola Telecom this week signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Commercial Terms Agreement (CTA) in Swakopmund to strengthen regional and international digital connectivity. The agreement formalizes a strategic partnership between the national telecommunications operators of Namibia and Angola, enabling Angola Telecom to access international capacity via Telecom Namibia’s Equiano Subsea […]
Govt to end fishing jobs programme
Justicia Shipena The government’s redress programme in the fishing sector will come to an end in April 2027. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced this at the close of a fishing industry engagement in Walvis Bay, where she said the sector is undergoing a transition. “Come April 2027, the redress programme will have to come to an […]
Global nuclear expansion drives uranium demand
Global demand for uranium is rising as countries expand nuclear power to meet growing energy needs, according to data presented by Paladin Energy, which owns the Langer Heinrich Mine in the Erongo region.
President pushes reforms in fishing sector talks
Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed the need to protect and sustainably utilise Namibia’s marine resources, calling for collective action and practical solutions as she opened the second day of consultations with the fishing industry in Walvis Bay. Addressing stakeholders, the President stressed that the engagement process is aimed at resolving systemic challenges within ... The post President pushes reforms in fishing sector talks appeared first on Informanté .
President calls for dialogue amid fishing crisis
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for open dialogue in Namibia’s fishing industry as unions warn the sector is in crisis, with workers facing job insecurity, poor conditions and limited benefits. The president said this during the opening of a three-day consultation with fishing companies at Walvis Bay on Tuesday. “We are here to listen, to […] The post President calls for dialogue amid fishing crisis appeared first on The Namibian .
Oshikondo sheeshi neyambulepo loshilongo otayi endele pamwe – NNN
Omupresidente Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah okwa ti oshikondo sheeshi osha etela Ovanamibia eemhito doilonga osho yo okuyambula po eliko loshilongo. Edi Omupresidente okwe di popya onghela komutumba u li kodoolopa Walvis Bay, tau kundafana kombinga yoipambele yeeshi. Omutumba ou wa tameka onghela notau xulu mongula. Komutumba ou oku na ovanambelewa va yooloka va dja komahangano eeshi tava...
Germany pledges N$1.5m into GBV fight in Namibia
Renthia Kaimbi Germany has committed €84 432.35 (about N$1.59 million) to support efforts to fight gender-based violence in Namibia. The funding will support the “Speak Up” campaign led by the Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO). The project will run from 1 April to 31 December 2026 and target the Hardap, Erongo and Omusati regions. The agreement […]
OBSERVER COASTAL | Seafarer shortage threatens stability of crab sector
Renthia Kaimbi Fishing industry stakeholders say a shortage of Namibian seafarers in the crab sector is putting operations at risk. The issue was raised during a meeting with Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Wednesday at the Atlantic Hotel in Walvis Bay. Industry representatives said there is a growing gap in qualified local officers and engineers on crab […]
OBSERVER COASTAL | Fishing industry urges Govt not to limit freezer vessels
Renthia Kaimbi Fishing industry stakeholders have urged the government not to restrict freezer vessel operations, warning that such a move could affect exports, jobs and competitiveness. The concerns were raised during an engagement with Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Walvis Bay on Wednesday, where industry players met with the government to discuss the future of the sector […]
OBSERVER COASTAL | Businesses taught how to handle trade disputes
Renthia Kaimbi A three-day workshop on the dispute settlement mechanism under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) ended in Swakopmund, with organisers saying it will help Namibian businesses handle trade disputes and take part in continental trade. The workshop was hosted by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade with the AfCFTA Secretariat. It […]
Relaunched Erongo Water Forum highlights water security as key to development
Following its recent relaunch, the Erongo Water Forum has emphasized that water security is the backbone of national progress. To kick off their renewed mandate, forum delegates recently conducted a familiarization tour of the Erongo Desalination Plant, hosted by Orano Mining Namibia. Chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council and Karibib Constituency Councillor, Lazarus Kanelombe, said […]
German Embassy grants N$1.5 million to OYO’s fight against gender violence
The German Embassy in Namibia has announced a significant financial boost to local social justice efforts, committing over N$1.5 million to the Ombetja Yehinga Organisation’s (OYO “Speak up” initiative. The initiative addresses gender violence in the Hardap, Erongo, and Omusati regions. The agreement was signed in March by German Ambassador to Namibia, Dr Thorsten Hutter, […]
Airports company passes global green test
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has been recognised for its efforts to manage and reduce carbon emissions. The company received the ACA Level 1 certificates from Airports Council International (ACI) Africa in March. The two major airports, Hosea Kutako International Airport and Walvis Bay International Airport, attained the accreditation. Airport Carbon Accreditation is a globally […]
Gondwana Collection expands portfolio offering with new hotel
Gondwana Collection Namibia, last week, officially broke ground for the construction of its new luxury hotel development, The Admiral, set along the Esplanade in Walvis Bay. Scheduled to open its doors in December 2027, Gondwana said the development forms part of its portfolio, strengthening its presence along the coast. According to Gondwana, the development is […]