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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation (MLREC), in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation (ILO), last week launched the National Coordination Mechanism (NCM) on Decent Work in the Namibian Fisheries Sector. The launch which took place in Walvis Bay, was also accompanied by a Business Forum on Advancing Decent Work in the Namibian Fisheries Supply Chain. The Acting Executive Director of the Ministry of Labour Aune Mudjanima, made the announcement, stating that the Namibian fisheries industry, is a cornerstone of the nation's economy, that employs thousands of people and significantly contributes to international trade. However,…

Niël Terblanché Namibia's journey towards becoming a green hydrogen powerhouse is gaining momentum, thanks to its strategic global partnerships, policy support, and technological collaborations. In a significant leap towards establishing itself as a leader in the green hydrogen sector, Namibia has been officially invited to join the prestigious International Hydrogen Trade Forum (IHTF). According to James Mnyupe, Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Commissioner, this membership enables the country to play an influential role in the annual Ministerial Meeting and Ministerial-CEO Roundtable, marking a pivotal step in its efforts to contribute to the global green hydrogen ecosystem. Mnyupe hailed this development as a…

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Siemens Energy's keen interest in exploring opportunities to assemble electrolyzers in Namibia signals a monumental stride towards catapulting the country’s green hydrogen sector into prominence. The Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, recently embarked on a tour of Siemens Energy's gigawatt factory in Berlin, where cutting-edge electrolyzer production technologies were showcased, setting the stage for a partnership. Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe, said the visionary move by Siemens Energy aligns seamlessly with Namibia's burgeoning green hydrogen sector. “Siemens Energy expressed interest in exploring opportunities to assemble electrolysers in Namibia, aligning with the nation's rapidly growing green hydrogen…

Niël Terblanché The Chief Executive Officer of the Swakopmund Municipality, Alfeus Benjamin, announced that it is yet to approve a controversial rezoning request by Namaquanum Investments CC. The company aims to utilize Erf 3954 along Einstein Street in the coastal town's Industrial Area for the storage of radioactive materials. The proposal has sparked a wave of discontent among the residents of Swakopmund. This development came to light following a February advertisement by the property owners, which indicated their intention to store harmful materials on the premises, leaving the Swakopmund community unsettled. Erf 3954, located in Swakopmund Extension 10 (Industrial Area),…

Martin Endjala In an ongoing quest for sustainable energy solutions, Fothermo Photovoltaic (PV) water boilers (also referred to as PV boilers) have emerged as a beacon of innovation and environmental responsibility. This is the opinion of a Mechanical Engineer and a Renewable Energy Consultant at FurnTech Agency, a consumer electronics distribution company based in Windhoek that specialises in photovoltaic systems in Windhoek, Lilongeni Unoovene. He said the PV boilers offer a myriad of benefits that not only address the pressing need for clean energy but also revolutionise the way people think about residential PV solar water heating solutions. From reducing…

Niël Terblanché The Oshakati Town Council took another giant stride towards addressing housing by availing more residential land to people in dire need. This initiative has culminated in the handover of 291 serviced plots to ultra-low-income earners at the Onawa proper residential area, marking a significant milestone in the community's journey towards accessible homeownership and enhanced social stability. The recent allocation event also saw 31 beneficiaries, who had fulfilled their financial obligations to the local authority, receive plots ranging in size from 300 to 400 square meters, each priced at a modest N$14,730. According to the local authority, by recognizing…