Namibia Statistics Agency – Windhoek Observer

10 Oct

Basic commodity prices remain high in Khomas

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CHAMWE KAIRA The year-on-year inflation rate stood at 2.8% in Zone 1 (Kavango East, Kavango West, Kunene, Ohangwena, Omusati, Oshana, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, and Zambezi) during September, compared to 6.1% registered during September 2023. The Namibia Statistics Agency said the slowdown in the annual inflation rate emanated mainly from the slow increases observed in the price levels of ‘alcoholic beverages’ (from 10.9% to 4.6%); ‘food and nonalcoholic beverages’ (from 9.6% to 4.5%); and ‘education’ (from 4.5% to 0.6%). On a monthly basis, the inflation rate declined by 0.2% compared to a 0.3% increase recorded during the preceding month. In Zone 2…

SWAPO’s youth promises: analysing the gap between commitments and results

ObserverOpinionsNamibia Statistics Agency, Swapo Party

Sakaria Johannes As Namibia approaches its elections on 27 November, political parties are unveiling their manifestos, each promising a brighter future for the nation. Among them, the SWAPO Party of Namibia, which has held power for 34 years, stands out with its persistent focus on youth empowerment. However, a closer look at their track record reveals a troubling discrepancy between their promises and actual results, raising critical questions about their ability to deliver on key issues affecting the youth. Youth Empowerment: Promises vs. Results High Unemployment Rates SWAPO’s manifestos have consistently championed youth empowerment, with substantial funding directed towards youth…

Namibia to borrow 11 500 tablets from Kenya for census

ObserverObserver MoneyN$1.1 billion is needed for the population censusChief Statistician Alex Shimuafeni, Namibia Statistics Agency

Eba Kandovazu THE Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) Chief Statistician, Alex Shimuafeni, says although N$1.1 billion is needed for the population census in August, 11 500 tablets will be borrowed from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. Shimuafeni says negotiations between the two organisations are ongoing, and that the NSA will cover for the tablets' transportation, storage and insurance. He stresses that the N$1.1 billion will cover the training of 11 500 enumerators, their salaries, vehicles and accommodation, among others. Shimuafeni adds he is confident that the remaining money will be received on time before August. However, he cannot say whether…