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The Namibia International Cybersecurity Conference & Exhibition 2025 officially opened today at the Arebbusch Travel Lodge, marking the country’s most expansive cybersecurity event to date. Running through 18 July, the three-day summit has drawn more than 2,000 participants, including government officials, industry innovators, academics, and global experts. Director of ITC and Development at the Ministry of Information, Linda Aipinge, spoke on behalf of the ICT Minister. She also urged attendees […]

Erongo Governor Nathalia //Goagoses has challenged companies and policymakers to look beyond superficial corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Speaking at a stakeholder workshop in Swakopmund, she urged industry leaders to commit to long-term, community-building investments rather than symbolic gestures. play_arrow Erongo Governor says it’s time to rethink Corporate Social Responsibility Tonata Kadhila   Despite Erongo’s significant contribution to Namibia’s GDP through mining and fishing, Governor //Goagoses highlighted that many residents […]

Namibia could one day become a member of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), according to Secretary General Haitham al-Ghais. Speaking during a media briefing, al-Ghais revealed that the organisation is currently in discussions with several African nations regarding potential membership, naming Namibia as one of the countries with significant potential. This comes as Namibia gears up for its first offshore oil production, expected to begin by 2030, […]

The Northern Electricity Distributor (NORED) has cleared its N$341 million debt with NamPower, the national power utility, in June 2025. The repayment marks a critical financial milestone, given NORED’s role in supplying electricity across northern regions of the country. The move is expected to ease some pressure on the national grid and potentially help streamline regional energy distribution. Future Media’s Maria Namupala reports. play_arrow NORED clears N$341 million debt with […]

Namibia’s under-19 boys’ and girls’ volleyball teams delivered standout performances at the AUSC Region 5 Youth Games, which wrapped up in Windhoek from 4 to 14 July. Competing against top youth squads across Southern Africa, both national teams ranked strongly and impressed organisers and fans alike. Veteran coach Aloisius Ishitile, who leads both indoor and beach volleyball development, praised the young athletes for their energy and focus. While detailed rankings have […]

Kehad Snydewel Because of my profession, not a day goes by when people don’t ask me about Artificial Intelligence (AI); the buzz and excitement are inescapable. However, I temper clients’ expectations. AI is not a magic wand, especially for Africa. In Africa, we should be focusing on African Artificial Intelligence (AAI). A truly tailored version of AI for the African continent. The first thing to remember is that we cannot […]

Air Connect Namibia has announced the launch of Airlink’s second daily flight connecting Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB) and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), effective 4 July 2025. Namibia Airports Company’s Spokesperson, Dan Kamati, speaks about the development:  play_arrow Air Connect Namibia welcomes expansion of Airlink’s Walvis Bay–Johannesburg service Tonata Kadhila   From Johannesburg (JNB): Flight 4Z141 departs at 10:20; Flight 4Z143 departs at 14:05.              […]

Namibia’s ability to monitor progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is under serious strain following the withdrawal of key international funding. The 2025 Sustainable Development Goals Report, compiled by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) and the United Nations, highlights that the termination of critical donor support — including USAID’s long-standing backing of the Demographic and Health Survey — has left significant data gaps in health, gender, poverty, and education. […]