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16 Aug

Destination Namibia sees record number of tourist arrivals

ObserverNational NewsAnnual Tourist Statistical Report for 2022, Destination Namibia sees record number of tourist arrivals

Niël Terblanché Namibia recorded a record increase in the number of international and inbound tourists last year. Pohamba Shifeta, the Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism during the launch of the Annual Tourist Statistical Report for 2022 said the country experienced a record 98.1 percent increase in tourist arrivals from 232 756 in 2021) to 461 027 in 2022. He added that the figure indicates a 28.9 percent recovery level from the annual tourist arrivals of 2019. “The report highlights and summarizes tourist arrivals in the country and also includes variables such as age group, gender, point of entry, purpose…

16 Aug

Heroes Day celebration change of venue disappoints Omuthiya residents

ObserverNational NewsDebby Shipanga, Heroes Day celebration change of venue disappoints Omuthiya residents, Ottilie Shingenge

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The relocation of Heroes Day commemoration venue from Omuthiya to Windhoek, has left some residents disappointed, citing financial losses already spent in preparation for the day. One of the residents, Debby Shipanga, said she spent N$ 1200on Namibian flags and t-shirts to sell at the venue and hoped to generate at least N$ 2300, but her hopes are now dashed. “Since it is a national day, I was looking forward to people buying t-shirts with the Namibian flag on, but the chance is no longer there. What am I going to do with the stock? Hopefully people will…

15 Aug

Namibian Toastmaster to Compete for World Championship Title

ObserverFeatured, National NewsNamibian Toastmaster to Competefor World Championship Title

Nikhita Winkler The annual Toastmasters event, renowned as the pinnacle of public speaking competitions, draws participants from across the globe, spanning over 100 countries. In the illustrious 85-year history of this prestigious competition, Africa has achieved victory on only two occasions, highlighting the extraordinary accomplishment of Verity Price from South Africa in 2021 and Cyril Junior Dim from Zimbabwe in 2022. Now, it is with great honor that I follow in their footsteps, proudly representing Namibia as the first semifinalist from our nation, taking my place among the distinguished top 28 contenders at this year’s World Championship, scheduled to be…

15 Aug

Hyphen partners ILF for ground-breaking green hydrogen project… project to create up to 15 000 new jobs during the construction phase … another 3 000 permanent jobs once operational

ObserverNational NewsDr. Michel Kneller, Hyphen partners ILF for ground-breaking green hydrogen project, roughly the equivalent of Namibia’s annual GDP., US$10 billion

Staff Reporter HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy (Hyphen) has partnered with ILF Consulting Engineers for their project in Tsau // Khaeb National Park which will act as a blueprint for future green hydrogen projects globally. The partnership, will see ILF, a leading independent international engineering and consulting firm, support the delivery of Hyphen’s ground-breaking green hydrogen project. The project is one of the largest green hydrogen projects globally, which is expected to supply decarbonise green hydrogen to local and international markets. The project is being developed as the first step in the implementation of government’s strategy to develop a large-scale green hydrogen…

15 Aug

I’m not a position seeker – Mupetami

ObserverNational NewsConstituency Councillor Joseph Mupetami, I’m not a position seeker - Mupetami

Stefanus Nashama OKATYALI Constituency Councillor Joseph Mupetami says he is content with his position as a councillor and would not pursue higher office by serving his constituents. Mupetami, who represents the Swapo Party, ignored public debate, claiming that he is the best councilman in Namibia. “I cannot be like a barking dog who goes hungry at night.” I’m content with where I am. “I will continue to serve the Okatyali residents who voted for me,” he stated emphatically. However, Mupetami who is well known as a servant of the people told Windhoek Observer that if he was the best, he…

15 Aug

National symbols, powerful reminders of values and aspirations: Theofilus

ObserverNational NewsNational symbols, powerful reminders of values and aspirations: Theofilus

Stefanus Nashama DEPUTY Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofilus has urged the nation to embrace national symbols, which she said play an important role in any nation’s identity. National symbols, according to Theofilus, are more than just images or emblems, they serve as potent reminders of the country’s common beliefs and goals. “Our national flag, coat of arms, national anthem, and other symbols represent the unity, pride, and diversity that define our great nation,” she stated. She said this while speaking at the official regional launch of the national symbols campaign in the Kavango Region last week. Theofilus…

15 Aug

Usakos-Karibib road rehabilitation work to commence next month

ObserverNational NewsRoads Authority (RA), Usakos-Karibib road rehabilitation work to commence next month

Martin Endjala CONSTRUCTION works on the Usakos and Karibib road will start next month and the expected completion of the project is March 2025. A media statement issued last Friday by the Roads Authority (RA), said during the construction period, the RA will ensure that works are carried out diligently to minimise any inconvenience to motorists and residents in the vicinity. The road bid which is worth over N$ 343 million will be carried out by a Chinese company Zhong Mei Engineering Group, after the firm successfully won the bid to rehabilitate the 30.04 kilometer road between the two towns…

15 Aug

Brazilian N$2.2M donation to help Namibians becomes self-sufficient

ObserverNational NewsBrazilian N$2.2M donation to help Namibians becomes self-sufficient, THE World Food Programme (WFP)

Niël Terblanché THE World Food Programme (WFP) in Namibia has for the past three years gradually moved its focus from food assistance through procurement and distribution to piloting livelihood projects that are aimed at contributing to improved food and nutrition security and sustainable food systems. In this regard, the WFP works closely with various ministries and government agencies to promote livelihood projects. To assist with these programmes, Brazil has donated more than N$2.2 million to the Namibian government through the WFP to continue developing more livelihood projects. During the handover of the generous donation Ericah Shafudah, the WFP Namibia Deputy…

15 Aug

Capricorn Group, Sanlam teams up to support financial reporting skills

ObserverNational NewsCapricorn Group, CAPRICORN Group and Sanlam Namibia, Sanlam teams up to support financial reporting skills

Staff Writer CAPRICORN Group and Sanlam Namibia hosted a Financial Journalism Workshop themed ‘Mastering key concepts in financial journalism. The well-attended workshop was aimed at capacitating media practitioners in reporting on the financial services industry, including banks and the insurance industry. Media practitioners from the broadcast, print, and digital spheres and final-year media students from the University of Namibia (Unam) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) attended the workshop to network and sharpen their financial reporting skills. Capricorn Group and Sanlam Namibia’s individual efforts in the past to upskill media practitioners have proven to be highly enlightening…

15 Aug

Ashihaya Primary School in dire need of classrooms

ObserverNational NewsAshihaya Primary School in dire need of classrooms

Hertta-Maria Amutenja ASHIHAYA Primary School, situated in Okankolo circuit in the Oshikoto region, is facing a shortage of classroom needed to accommodate its growing number of pupils. The school, which currently serves approximately 174 learners from grade 0 to grade 7, is appealing for donations of building materials, particularly corrugated zinc sheets and bags of cement to construct three more classrooms. Established in 2014, the school currently operates with only one classroom per grade and efforts are being made to create an improved teaching and learning environment for the learners and teachers. However, the situation is dire for learners in…