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27 Oct

Green hydrogen revolution driven by strong partnerships

ObserverEnergy, Observer MoneyGreen Industrialisation Blueprint

Niël Terblanché Namibia’s ambition to lead Africa’s energy transition, aligning with its Green Industrialisation Blueprint has taken another step forward with the visit by Lei Zhang, founder of Envision last week. Collaboration with Envision, a global leader in renewable energy established in China, will boost Namibia on its journey towards becoming a key player in green industrialisation. Zhang met with government officials to explore opportunities to position the country as a major hub for green hydrogen production. During his visit, Zhang engaged with key figures such as Obeth Kandjoze, chair of the Green Hydrogen Council, and Lucia Iipumbu, minister of…

27 Oct

Job Opportunities in Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Sector

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Joseph Mukendwa Namibia's Green Hydrogen sector isn’t just about producing energy—it represents a full value chain that involves producing, handling, storing, and transporting hydrogen. More than that, it has the potential to boost local industries, such as producing Green Hot Briquetted Iron and processing critical raw materials, which can drive the country’s industrial growth. According to the Green Industrialisation Blueprint, fully developing Namibia's synthetic fuel strategy could create up to 250,000 jobs. This includes about 185,000 direct jobs from green hydrogen activities, like building wind and solar farms, operating pipelines, and assembling electrolysers, and around 70,000 jobs related to concrete…

27 Oct

Unpacking Netumbo’s leadership vision for Namibia

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Toini Sam Netumbo Ndemupelila Nandi-Ndaitwah ( NNNN) has served in various leadership positions and demonstrated her dedication to the Namibian nation. Her leadership vision is forward-looking and centered on a social economic developmental model grounded in five key principles: Pragmatism, Integrity, Accountability, Meritocracy, and Inclusivity, abbreviated as (PIAMI), which she relates to Namibia’s context - simple yet effective and efficient. Netumbo aims to build on her predecessors’ legacy with creativity and innovation while promoting these principles. Despite numerous challenges, she has remained resilient and committed to serving her people beyond the call of duty. She is a tried and tested…

27 Oct

Namibia and South Africa – Partners in History, Allies in the Future

ObserverFeatured, OpinionsNamibia and South Africa’s bond, Namibia’s history, Robben Island

Bo Mbindwane As Namibia moves toward elections, it’s a critical moment to recognize not only the nation’s historical legacy but also its potential future. A strikingly important yet often overlooked aspect of Namibia’s past is its experience under apartheid—a story as profound and painful as that of neighboring South Africa. Like Nelson Mandela, Namibian leaders sacrificed their freedom on Robben Island for decades to dismantle an oppressive system, striving for independence and equality for all Namibians. But while South Africa’s apartheid struggle is rightly honored on the world stage, Namibia’s history is frequently marginalized, often omitted from discussions about global…

25 Oct

Dr. Julita-Kitwe Mbangula is shaping the future of women in medicine

ObserverFeaturedDr. Julita-Kitwe Mbangula

Dr. Julita-Kitwe Mbangula, Miss Supranational Namibia 2022, is a trailblazer in women’s empowerment and the founder of The Hermosa Mimosa Affair. Beyond her beauty and grace, she is recognized for her dedication to uplifting young women in the medical field. This weekend, on 27 October, she will host an all-female gathering in Windhoek, aimed at connecting aspiring medical students and interns with experienced female leaders in the profession. Windhoek Observer had the opportunity to engage with Dr. Mbangula to learn more about her inspiring journey and the impact of her work. WO: Can you tell us about the inspiration behind…

24 Oct

What fundamental socio-economic principles underpin political manifestos?

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Kae Matundu YOURS Truly Ideologically has lately been glancing through the election manifestos of some of the political parties and formations taking part in next month’s Presidential and National Assembly elections, thereby staking with them the claim to be the next government after the elections depending on their performance at the polls. The changes they are promising to bring about are equally premised on one cardinal aspect, which may be motivating them to stake their claims to power. The Swapo Party of Namibia, the ruling party for the past 34 years since Namibia's independence, has been accused of perceived inability…

24 Oct

NFA secures land for FIFA standard stadium in Rundu

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Stefanus Nashama The Rundu Town Council has donated land, measuring 93 717 square metres, to the Namibia Football Association (NFA). The donated land will be used for the construction of a sports facility that will serve as the football centre in the Kavango East region. The decision was made in line with council resolution SCM 005/27/06/2024 by way of a private treaty. The council called for public objection to the donation to be done on or before 30 October. NFA spokesperson Isack Hamata welcomed the news. “It is indeed true that NFA engaged the leadership of the Rundu Town Council…

24 Oct

MoHSS spent N$2.7 million to fence off land for Windhoek District Hospital

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Ester Mbathera The Ministry of Health and Social Services has spent N$2.7 million to fence off the land for the construction of Windhoek District Hospital. The ministry’s executive director, Ben Nangombe, said this in a statement on Thursday while outlining the activities that have been carried out thus far. “In February 2024, the Ministry carried out a site clearance, marking the start of the work for the construction of the Windhoek District Hospital. This activity was carried out by the National Youth Service at a cost of N$581 900,” he said. The City of Windhoek in 2017 resolved to allocate…

24 Oct

AR probes N$100 million abandoned crocodile farm in Zambezi

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Martin Endjala The Affirmative Repositioning (AR) Movement has announced its intention to investigate what it calls a waste of infrastructure and taxpayers' money. The planned investigation involves an abandoned crocodile farm near the Kwando River at Kongola in the Zambezi region, valued at N$100 million at the time of its inception. AR’s chairperson in the Kongola Constituency on Thursday told the Windhoek Observer that they stumbled upon the project during an oversight visit in the area of Kongola last weekend. “This project has been standing now for years. Many young people in these areas had high hopes for employment. But…

24 Oct

Ndama Clinic in Rundu without water for two weeks

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Allexer Namundjembo The Ndama Clinic in Rundu has been without water for the past few weeks due to low water pressure. Affirmative Repositioning activist Angelina Immanuel revealed this to the Windhoek Observer on Wednesday. She said she learned from the matron during her visit to the clinic that the facility had been without water for weeks. “It is a big water crisis here. The taps are dry, and the matron informed me that they have been without water for the past two weeks, and it has become a norm every year during this season. What worries me the most is…