The Namibia University of Science and Technology – NUST has appointed Dr Andreas Elombo as the Director of the Namibia Energy Institute (NEI). Elombo is an engineering scientist with a background in electrical engineering. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford, aContinue Reading
In a quest to transform the operation modalities of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Namibia to become profitable, government has sent a delegation to Ghana to understudy the blueprint used in the transformation of the SOE sector. The delegation of 16 officials, drawn from different sectors of the Namibian economy, wantsContinue Reading
The Bank of Namibia has re-emphasised that on 30 September 2024, the determination on the conduct of Electronic Fund Transfers within the National Payment System also known as PSD-9 will become effective. In addition, the Directive on the Speed and User Fees and Charges of Common Monetary Area (CMA) TransactionsContinue Reading
Tom Alweendo, Minister of Mines and Energy of Namibia, has been selected to participate in a ministerial panel discussion during the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference, taking place October 2-3 in Luanda. He will be joined by Diamantino Azevedo, Minister of Mineral Resources and Petroleum of Angola; Bruno Jean-RichardContinue Reading
Specialists in AV technology integration and supply, Stage Audio Works Namibia recently integrated a complex array of tech to provide a major auditorium upgrade for Bank of Namibia, the nation’s most important financial institution. Crestron tech installed at the HQ in Windhoek included an AirMedia receiver, PTZ cameras and aContinue Reading
In recent years, Namibia has emerged as a beacon of innovation in the African fintech landscape. With a blend of supportive policies, a burgeoning startup culture, and increasing access to technology, the country is positioning itself as a key player in the digital finance sector. One of the cornerstones ofContinue Reading
The University of Namibia (UNAM) has announced that Prof. Dr. Kenneth Matengu, Vice-Chancellor of UNAM, has been re-elected as President of the Pan-African University (PAU) Council by the African Union (AU) Executive Council. Prof. Dr. Matengu will serve another 3-year term, continuing his leadership until October 2027. His re-election reflectsContinue Reading
At the 14th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) in London, Lucia Iipumbu, the Minister of Industrialization and Trade, received the prestigious Africa Trade and Investment Minister of the Year 2024 award. This prestigious award is a testament to her unwavering commitment to fostering trade, enhancing investment opportunities, and driving economicContinue Reading
On Monday, July 15, the Namibia Professional Communicators Forum was officially launched in Windhoek. The forum, a new platform open to all, is designed to bring together industry leaders, seasoned professionals, and enthusiastic newcomers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development in the field of communications. The forum aims to beContinue Reading
In a triumphant moment for the University of Namibia, two doctoral candidates from the Department of Environmental Science in the School of Science, Faith Chambara and Ndamonenghenda Hamunyela, clinched the first and third positions respectively, for Best Research Paper Presentations, during the 12th Oppenheimer Research Conference (ORC) 2023. Their captivatingContinue Reading
