Namibia set to launch first AfCFTA shipment

Namibia is ready to send the first consignment under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework at Walvis Bay on Monday. Namibia will turn trade under the AfCFTA framework from theory to practice. Under the agreement, the Ministry...

Nangolo champions local food production in northern Namibia

MURD Deputy Minister calls for green energy partnerships

The Deputy Minister of Urban and Rural Development wants Namibia to shift its focus to strengthening partnerships as it goes from planning to executing its green energy sector. Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele said this is to ensure investment readiness...

Agriculture Ministry receives five EU-funded trucks to support livestock sector

Staff Reporter THE 11th European Development Fund (EDF-11) has procured five 30-tonne trucks for the Ministry of Agriculture to strengthen the Livestock Support Programme (LSP). “This important handover marks a significant milestone in the...

Hydrogen Energy

Hylron, a Namibian start-up, is investing in the creation of a new hydrogen energy production plant intended for use as a green fuel for heavy industry as well as for export. The facility, which is targeting a production of 10 to 12 million tonnes...

American Poultry Producers, Expands Market Access to Namibia

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced American poultry producers will have greater market access to Namibia, which will now accept fresh, frozen, and chilled poultry exports from the United States. The Trump Administration...

PM Modi pays tribute to General San Martin; discusses energy and security with Argentina’s Milei

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lay a wreath at the memorial to General Jose de San Martin, Argentina’s national hero. Jose Francisco de San Martin y Matorras is also recognised as the liberator of the South American countries Argentina,...

Government to engage business community nationwide on AfCFTA opportunities

Staff Reporter THE Ministry of International Relations and Trade, in partnership with the Ministry of Industrialisation, Mines and Energy, will be visiting all regions across the country to raise awareness about the African Continental Free Trade...

Modi`s Argentina visit set to strengthen defence, energy, trade cooperation

PM Modi will also hold delegation-level talks with Argentine President Javier Milei, and thereafter, he will visit the famous Boca Juniors Stadium to have a look at Argentine football Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets as he arrives at the Ezeiza...

Vedanta posts decline in production of saleable steel, oil and gas, refined metal in Q1

New Delhi Vedanta registered a decline in production of saleable steel, oil and gas, and refined metal in the first quarter of the current fiscal year. However, aluminium production rose marginally by 1 per cent to 6,05,000 tonnes during the first...

5-nation visit: PM Modi makes third stop at Argentina; set to discuss ties in defence, agriculture, energy sectors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, on a two-day visit during which he will hold talks with the country's top leadership to review ongoing cooperation and discuss ways to enhance bilateral...

EU Mining Investment in Africa 2025 Surges as Europe Commits €1.3 Billion to Critical Minerals

Key Takeaways The European Union significantly expanded funding and technical assistance for African mining projects in early 2025. Initiatives target critical minerals like cobalt, lithium, and rare earths, aligning with Europe’s clean energy...

New Zurich-Windhoek direct flight set to boost domestic tourism 

Air Connect Namibia has welcomed a twice-weekly non-stop Edelweiss service between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH). The new service commenced on Tuesday, 1 June 2026. The introduction of the...

B2gold Namibia To Spotlight Expansion Strategy At African Mining Week

(MENAFN- APO Group) John Roos, Country Manager of B2Gold Namibia, has confirmed his participation as a speaker at African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 – Africa's premier event for the mining sector. Roos will join a high-level panel during AMW's Gold...

Parents demand transfer of teacher Precious Mabakeng

Parents at Mafuta Combined School in the Zambezi Region are calling for the transfer of teacher Precious Mabakeng, citing poor performance and misconduct. Richard Kangumu, a concerned parent, said: "We have observed and endured the following...

Modi’s visit to cement Namibia mining ties

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to arrive in Namibia on 9 July. This will be the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country in 27 years. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening cooperation...

Africa must help steer the world away from deep-sea mining

Africa must help steer the world away from deep-sea mining Unilateral deep-sea mining, such as that planned by the Trump administration, could have grave impacts on Africa. Under President Donald Trump, the United States’ (US) rush for critical...

PM Modi’s Strategic Push For Energy And Resources: Key Deals In Ghana, Trinidad, And Namibia

Last Updated:July 04, 2025, 10:51 IST With MoUs inked in Ghana and strategic talks lined up in Trinidad and Namibia, India is pursuing long-term energy and resource partnerships PM Modi meets Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama (Photo: X/...

Anirep plans to grow energy portfolio to over 190 MWp

Chamwe Kaira Alpha Namibia Industries Renewable Power Limited (Anirep) says its renewable energy portfolio is on track to grow to over 190 MWp of clean, diversified energy capacity. The company made the announcement in its latest financial results...

What President Nandi‑Ndaitwah's First 100 Days Meant for Namibia

Namibia's new president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has swiftly restructured her government, reducing ministries to 14 and appointing a majority-women Cabinet for results-focused leadership. However, experts warn that her initial 100 days have been...