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Martin Enjala Namibia is poised to become a global leader in the production of green iron, a metal manufactured with zero emissions and powered by green hydrogen. This development follows the launch of the HyIron Oshivela Green Iron project in Arandis, on Monday, with operations expected to commence in 2024. Johannes Michels, the Managing Director of the HyIron Oshivela Green Iron Project, discussed the significant potential for Namibia in an exclusive interview with the Windhoek Observer. He stressed that Namibia possesses an abundant supply of iron ore, capable of meeting the entire world’s demand. Currently, global demand for iron stands…

Stefanus Nashama The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has strongly denied allegations made by the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) regarding the consistency of the new integrated election system. ECN’s Chief Electoral and Referenda Officer, Peter Shaama, stressed that the 2024 integrated election system is both valid and transparent, asserting its functionality. In a statement issued by LPM Representative, Ivan Skrywer, concerns were raised about inconsistencies in the new integrated election system, which allegedly involved local high school learners while sidelining ECN officials who played a crucial role in its design. Skrywer also claimed that ECN officials were kept in the…

Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has embarked on a comprehensive reform initiative of the Public Service Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS), resulting in the recovery of N$43 million. According to Wilson Shikoto, the spokesperson of the Finance Ministry, PSEMAS has had unsustainable expenditure patterns over the years, prompting a need for structural changes to ensure its long-term viability. “The unsustainable escalation of expenditures in recent years prompted the government to undertake a holistic reform effort,” Shikoto said in a statement. He indicated that a consortium of consultants with extensive expertise in the industry was engaged to provide…