MTC Namibia, Development Workshop Namibia (DWN) and Oshakati Town Council have announced the official opening of the MTC Onawa Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centre, at Onawa location in Oshakati. Inaugurated on Friday (27 September 2024), the centre was constructed at the cost of N$800 000 funding support from MTC, andContinue Reading
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) has announced the appointment of Ndapewoshali Shapwanale as a Member of its Advisory Board. With her extensive experience in communication and stakeholder relations, Shapwanale will play a crucial role in advancing the Forum’s mission to empower and engage the youth in Namibia’s energy sector.Continue Reading
O&L Leisure, a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, has announced its rebranding as part of a strategic move to position itself as a premium provider of authentic, luxury travel experiences. This transformation aligns with O&L Leisure’s evolving vision and growth strategy, reflecting its commitment to offering world-classContinue Reading
By Erastus Ngaruka A rangeland refers to land inhabited by native plants (grass, forbs, shrubs & trees) and utilized by domestic and wild animals. Rangelands offer direct or indirect support to all forms of life and are the cheapest source of food for livestock. Humans also derive food, medicine, andContinue Reading
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) has announced the appointment of Mutindi Lydia Jacobs to the Advisory Board of the Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF). With over 12 years of experience in law reform and policy development, Mutindi is a dedicated legal researcher currently working with the Directorate Law ReformContinue Reading
The Federation of Namibian Tourism Associations (FENATA) as private sector umbrella organization representing the interests of the registered commercial travel and tourism sector, recently elected a new Executive team with Ally Karaerua appointed as the new Chairperson. In his first address, Karaerua emphasized that, as reflected in the compilation ofContinue Reading
Alpha Petroleum, a Nigerian-based company, has secured a landmark USD$200 million (about N$3.4 billion) diamond mining contract in Namibia. The contract, awarded by NAMDEB—a joint venture between the Namibian government and De Beers Group—marks Alpha Petroleum’s first major contract in the country. Operations are set to begin on October 1,Continue Reading
TotalEnergies is interested in partnering with Petrobras on projects outside of Brazil as the French supermajor expands in Latin America’s most populous nation, Chief Executive Officer Patrick Pouyanne said Monday. Namibia, Suriname and Angola were among the areas Pouyanne mentioned as potential cooperation zones. In Brazil, the offshore Mero projectContinue Reading
Brazil’s Petrobras is expected to seek the entire 40% stake of Namibia’s Mopane oil and gas exploration block put up for sale by Portugal’s Galp, a director at the state-run oil firm said on Monday. To operate the oil field, Petrobras would need the full 40% stake, said Exploration andContinue Reading
Last week, Bank Windhoek’s Chief Treasurer, Claire Hobbs announced the release of the Bank’s third annual Sustainability Bond Impact Report, highlighting ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship for the 2023-2024 Financial Year. The Bank Windhoek Sustainability Bond was issued based on the Sustainable Bond Framework. The bond’sContinue Reading
