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Contributed by: NMT The NMT Media Foundation has marked the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, reaffirming that “Journalism is Not a Crime.” The Foundation honoured journalists killed or silenced in places like Gaza, Sudan, and the DRC, calling their deaths deliberate attacks on truth and accountability. It also warned of the rise in AI-driven gender-based violence targeting women journalists and urged stronger protection measures. A public webinar titled “Silencing […]

play_arrow Fuel Prices Remain Unchanged for November Angie Scholtz The Ministry of Industrialisation, Mines, and Energy has announced that fuel prices will remain unchanged for November. Petrol will stay at N$20.37 per litre, while Diesel 50ppm and Diesel 10ppm will remain at N$19.92 and N$20.02 per litre, respectively. The ministry added that the National Energy Fund will continue to support the adjustment in the industry margin. Here is Simonis Storm economist, Almandro Jansen.

By: Hertha Ekandjo Bank Windhoek and the Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) on Friday, formalised a strategic partnership that focuses on expanding Bank Windhoek’s signature financial wellness-led workplace banking initiative, which is designed to bring banking services directly to the workplace. This initiative aims to make financial services more accessible, personal, and impactful for CPBN employees. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing financial wellness-led workplace banking solutions […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has called on the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to speak up against what it terms as ‘systematic repression’ of political opposition in Tanzania. In a media statement issued by the party’s national spokesperson, Imms Nashinge urged the SADC organ on politics,defence, and security to break their silence, and publicly condemn the actions of the Tanzania government, and dispatch a high-level delegation […]

Photo contributed: By NBC Namibia has launched the Employment Impact Assessment, a new tool to measure how national policies affect job creation, job quality, and social inclusion. The initiative forms part of the UN’s Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection, providing government and partners with technical support to build stronger systems for policy implementation and evaluation. This event brought together policymakers and experts and discussed how EmpIA can drive […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Police in Oranjemund are investigating a suspected murder and suicide incident involving a couple who were reportedly known to have a history of domestic violence. The incident occurred around 02h10 on Wednesday, at Bagdad location in Oranjemund. According to the police, the bodies of a 31-year-old woman, Lizetha Kinda, and a 54-year-old man, Willem Jan Johannes Januarie, were discovered lying in a pool of blood with a […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Namibian police recorded eight cases of murder and attempted murder across the country over the weekend. Police say most of the crimes were fuelled by alcohol, domestic disputes, and arguments that turned violent. In Osire, a 32-year-old man was arrested after allegedly stabbing another man three times during a fight over charcoal work. The victim is in a serious condition at Okakarara State Hospital. In Oshakati, a […]

Contributed by Parliament’s website. Health Minister Dr. Experance Luvindao has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upgrade the Katima Mulilo District Hospital to an intermediate hospital. Speaking at the inauguration of the new Intensive Care Unit, Luvindao said the facility marks a key step toward improving specialised healthcare in the Zambezi Region, where patients often travel over 500 kilometres for treatment. She urged all stakeholders to maintain high standards and ensure […]

  Contributed By: Parliament’s website Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah has announced that Namibia has fully paid off its N$13-billion eurobond. She said the repayment comes amid challenging global capital flows and trade shifts. Shafudah noted that clearing the debt creates fiscal space for the government to invest more in critical sectors and improve the lives of Namibians. Here is local economist Chiinga Syabaswi. play_arrow Namibia fully pays off 2015 Eurobond Angie […]