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Niël Terblanché A total of 4,682 officers of the Namibian Police, spanning ranks from constables to inspectors, were promoted to higher offices during a special parade held at the Israel Patrick Iyambo Police College in Windhoek. The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, stressed that these promotions should not be perceived as mere decorations or rewards, but rather as a call to shoulder significant responsibilities. According to General Shikongo, these responsibilities include a high level of accountability, unwavering commitment, and unwavering honesty in upholding the rule of law. He added that the promotion is a testament…

Martin Endjala The Namibian and Japanese governments signed a memorandum of understanding with the Japanese Bank on International Cooperation in the area of economic, environmental and social sustainability at the Conference of Parties (COP28). The signing aligns with Namibia’s climate goals, with the collaborative agreement focusing on financing the carbon-capturing project. The MoU was signed at the ongoing COP28 to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), scheduled from 30 November to 12 December 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Minister of Finance and Enterprises Iipumbu Shiimi, indicated that the MoU is a demonstration of the relationship that…

Martin Endjala Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA) Chief Executive Officer, Rosalia Martins-Hausiku, says that the Fund is committed to innovations to ensure that it remains modern, efficient and in tune with technological advancement. She said this following the launch of the Funds Mobile Application in Windhoek last week. The App will give smartphone users a user-friendly and client-centric platform for easy access to the Funds services. “In an increasingly digital world mobile applications are changing the way we communicate and share information, the introduction of the App will enable the Fund to widen its services, allowing us to better serve…

Martin Endjala Retired businessman Banda Shilimela offered valuable advice to entrepreneurs during the recent Good Business Awards event in Windhoek, emphasizing the importance of consistency and perseverance in building a successful business. Shilimela discouraged entrepreneurs from pursuing the dubious get-rich-quick schemes often promoted by social media influencers. Instead, he stressed the need for a strong work ethic and a commitment to consistency. He shared his journey, which included failures and mistakes, but his unwavering determination and consistency eventually led to success. The Good Business Awards event, hosted by the Development Bank of Namibia to celebrate and honour local businesspeople, provided…