Bitcoin miners, whose computer processors run the world’s most popular virtual currency, will soon face the process of “halving” – a quadrennial phenomenon which alters the profitability of the industry.
Year: 2024
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Study launched on value chains for critical raw materials
The EU-funded AfricaMaVal project (AfricaMaVal.eu), implemented by the German Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR), together with the Namibian company Odikwa Geoservices, recently launched a ‘Country Case Study Namibia’ report.
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Economic rebound in line for sub-Saharan Africa
Increased private consumption and declining inflation are supporting an economic rebound in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Alweendo: Government investigates going nuclear
Mines and energy minister Tom Alweendo has confirmed that government is looking at the possibility of introducing nuclear energy as an additional power source for Namibia.
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Opinion – Too many political parties
IT isdisturbing that our country, with a population of three million people has over 20 political parties.
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Opinion – Voting cow label repulsive
A COW is a term used in British slang to describe someone who is lazy or stupid.
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Opinion – Mental health policy advocacy and systemic change
It is observed with deep concern that employees in many organisations in Namibia suffer from health issues – even resulting in loss of life due to the leaders’ neglect of the critical realm of mental wellness.
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Opinion – Pastoral ministry in the 21st century
A friend writes in a book that in his experience, the work of ministers can be best described as ‘hatching’ (baptisms), ‘matching’ (weddings) and ‘dispatching’ (burials).
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Opinion – Voting beyond political favours
Voting holds significance beyond merely fulfilling a duty to politicians.
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Opinion – Transforming Namibia’s economy with effective trade and industrial policies
The political climate in Namibia is among the most tranquil and stable. In order to enhance Namibia's potential growth rate, reforms must be put in place for the country's economy to continue on a sustainable path.