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Mayeyi Batsara Batsapi Cultural Festival marks unity
By Staff Reporter In a historic show of unity, the Mayeyi and other tribes gathered at Sangwali, on Sunday August 3, 2025 to celebrate the Batsara Batsapi Annual Cultural Festival an event hosted by the Mayeyi Traditional Authority. The gathering was attended by government officials, community members, and cultural groups, marking a significant milestone in…
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Trump’s tariffs cement new multipolar global economy: deVere CEO
By Staff Reporter Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs are not just reshaping global trade—they are accelerating the rise of a multipolar global economy. The shift away from a US-dominated system is no longer theoretical, it is active and accelerating. “Multipolarity now defines the direction of global trade,” says Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, one of…
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Zambezi Peace Forum aims to eradicate tribalism
By Mary Mashete A grassroot initiative with straight talk debates, aimed at fostering lasting peace and mutual understanding among the diverse ethnic communities of the Zambezi Region, is set to take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Ngweze Community Hall. The Peacebuilding Educational Awareness Forum, is organised by Mr. Collen Kurana, a PhD Candidate,…
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Govt To Engage Business Community in North-Eastern Regions
By Staff Reporter The Ministry of International Relations and Trade (MIRT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME), will host regional business engagements from 6 to 8 August 2025 in the Zambezi, Kavango East, and Kavango West Regions to promote participation in African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) These consultations aim…
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Namibia Declares War on Learning Poverty
By Staff Reporter Namibia has taken a bold step in reshaping its education system with the official launch of the End Learning Poverty for All in Africa campaign on Thursday. Speaking at the launch event in Outjo, Prime Minister, Dr. Elijah Ngurare who delivered the speech on behalf of President Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah declared the…
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Momentum Metropolitan Namibia Celebrates 665 Years of Staff Loyalty
By Staff Reporter Momentum Metropolitan Namibia has recognised 115 employees for their long service to the company, celebrating a combined 665 years of commitment and contribution. The event, held at the company’s Windhoek headquarters on 23 July 2025, honoured staff members who have served for 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years, reflecting a legacy…
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African Women Unite to Drive Intra-Continental Trade Onward
By Staff Reporter In a landmark move to strengthen economic integration and women-led entrepreneurship across the continent, the Continental Network for Women’s Business Associations in Africa (CONWOBAA) , was officially launched during the inaugural Global SME Ministerial Meeting held last week. The network, which brings together over 102 women’s business associations from six African regions,…
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Ngurare recognizes Masubia new Chief, calls for Unity
By Staff Reporter Prime Minister, Dr. Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has recognized the new Chief of the Masubia Tribe, and praised the Masubia community for upholding unity and tradition. Ngurare paid homage to Chief Gilbert Mutwa Moraliswani III on Saturday, during the Masubia Cultural Festival held at Bukalo. Dr. Ngurare revealed that President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officially…
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NPC urges stronger support for Community Media
By Risco Lumamezi The National Planning Commission (NPC) has called for strengthened support for community media as a vital driver of inclusivity, empowerment, and national development. This message was delivered during the opening of the Community Media Policy Framework Alignment Workshop held at the UN House in Windhoek on Monday. Speaking on behalf of NPC…
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DBN launches campaign to boost youth access to finance
By Staff Reporter In a bid to empower young entrepreneurs and combat youth unemployment, the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) has launched a nationwide campaign on 23 July 2025, to raise awareness about financial solutions specifically designed for youth-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The campaign aims to promote the Bank’s Skills-Based Finance facility, a…
