Nikki Comninos' documentary ' Unspoken War': unearthing South Africa' s hidden conflicts

After working on several hit documentaries, including “Tracking Thabo Bester” and “Devilsdorp”, South African film-maker Nikki Comninos is thrilled for the nation to delve into her latest project, “Unspoken War”. The local documentary, which will...

List of 10 African countries with lowest IMF debt in 2025

Several African countries, including Kenya, rely on the International Monetary Fund for loans amid high budget deficits However, some nations are less reliant on the Bretton Woods institution, since its loans come with conditions Among the nations...

SADC PF MP warns of economic shock as AGOA non-renewal threatens jobs and exports

Hon Ruth Mendes Chairperson of the SADC Parliamentary Forum’s Trade, Industry, Finance and Investment (TIFI) Committee, Ruth Mendes, has warned that the non-renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) by the United States represents...

Erongo RED launches Mobile App for easier access to services

The Erongo Regional Electricity Distributor, Erongo RED, has launched a mobile application that allows customers to buy electricity, pay their accounts, report faults, and access key services anytime. A Namibian software designer developed the...

Rare bi-coloured diamond unearthed in Botswana

Experts say that a bi-coloured diamond unearthed in Botswana this month is one of the most exciting finds in gem-mining history — a welcome piece of good news for a struggling sector of Africa’s economy. The 37-carat stone, pink on one side and...

Regenerative agriculture to increase yields, diversify incomes

A multi-national consortium of researchers and policymakers in Ghana is positioning regenerative agriculture as a new frontier for investment, farmer revenue growth and data-driven innovation within the agricultural economy. As food demand rises,...

Nvidia hits $5tn market cap to cement its status as the hottest stock

US chipmaker Nvidia has hit a market capitalisation of $5 trillion, confirming its status as the hottest stock of the artificial intelligence boom. The California company's share price rose as much as 5.3 per cent to $211.63 in early trading on...

The Hague Group: Global South states mobilise to end genocide in Gaza

On 26 September in New York, amid the high-stakes atmosphere of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, the Hague Group — consisting of Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, Malaysia, Namibia, Senegal and South Africa — convened a high-level...

BoN warns growth alone won’t deliver jobs

Staff Writer The creation of 500 000 jobs remains one of Namibia’s biggest challenges as the country struggles to turn economic growth into meaningful employment. Speaking at the inaugural Namibia Public-Private Forum (NAMPPF) recently held in...

Meatco to invest more in two Kavango regions …farmers set to benefit

The Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco), led by interim CEO Albertus Aochamub, recently paid courtesy visits to the governors of both the Kavango East and Kavango West regions, where he reaffirmed the company’s commitment to empower the...

10 deadliest apex predators in the wild: which ruthless mammals are the best – and most brutal – killing machines?

Being an apex predator at the top of the food chain is tough. Predators need to kill and eat other animals to survive, but for many species most pursuits end in failure, while smaller hunters risk losing their hard-won meals to bigger beasts....

A Simulated Client Study on Non-Prescription Antibiotic Sales and Counselling Practices in Iraqi Nurse-Led Clinics: Implications for Antimicrobial Resistance

Introduction Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health challenge, projected to cause up to 10 million deaths annually by 2050 if left unaddressed.1 Its impact is particularly severe in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs),...

TIME FOR INDEPENDENT STATE-OWNED HOLDING ENTERPRISE

JOSEF KEFAS SHEEHAMA It is time for Namibia to establish an Independent State Holding Enterprise rather of passing down duties to the Prime Minister, which could threaten the separation of powers due to a lack of check and balances. As a result,...

Old Mutual announces new chief investment officer

Staff Writer The Old Mutual Investment Group Namibia (OMIGNAM) has appointed Sara Mezui Engo as chief investment officer of unlisted investments, effective immediately. Mezui Engo brings over 16 years of experience in investment management across...

Nujoma Stadium Refurbishment Valued At N$13 Mil Officially Commences

Sam Nujoma Stadium in Katutura, held an official handover of the refurbishment site has just taken place. With an investment of 13 million, this project marks the beginning of long-awaited upgrades to one of Namibia's most iconic sporting venues....

Africa’s lessons for a changing world: Innovation through resilience

IN an era of global uncertainty — marked by conflict, inequality and climate disruption — Africa stands as one of the few regions offering fresh models for inclusive growth and resilience. IN an era of global uncertainty — marked by conflict,...

Outages on Microsoft platforms as AWS denies issues

Thousands of users are reporting problems with Microsoft and Amazon Web Services on Wednesday, days after a widespread outage disrupted platforms across the internet. Monitoring site Downdetector showed a surge of about 20,000 users reporting...

Nbc Lauded For Professionalism By Partners During Under-17 Afcon Qualifiers

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) recently made history by successfully broadcasting outside Namibia for the first time, covering the Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2026 COSAFA Qualifiers in Zimbabwe. Following their successful...

Lindiwe Sanitary Pads Founder Crowned Jacaranda FM’s Her Perfect Pitch 2025 Champion

Jacaranda FM’s Her Perfect Pitch 2025 has officially crowned its winner, and she’s a true game-changer in the fight against menstrual poverty. Tinny Nkuna, the visionary founder of Lindiwe Sanitary Pads, took home the top spot in the station’s...

GH¢19m lost to cybercrime in nine months – CSA

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has reported a significant increase in cybercrime cases, with financial losses exceeding GH¢19 million between January and September 2025. Speaking at the International Conference on Information Systems and...