The agricultural sector is fundamental to the sustenance of livelihoods in Namibia. However, it faces several challenges associated with climate change. The effects of climate change are evident, as Namibian farmers have endured recurring unfavourable rainfall seasons that present distinct conditions or events such as floods, droughts, pests, and disease outbreaks, amongst others. Drought conditions...
Welcome to another exciting and informative edition of your favourite weekly column Talk to the Vet, where we discuss, share and dissect all issues related to animal healthcare. It is again that time of the year, and seasons have changed and cases of pulpy kidney and pneumonia in small stock (sheep and goats) are expected...
OMUTHIYA/ONDANGWA – The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) is spending N$91 million for the Ondangwa-Omutsegwonime pipeline replacement project phase one, which stretches about 17 kilometres from Ondangwa to Oshali. It is expected to take 12 months to complete. According to a press statement issued by NamWater’s head of public relations and corporate communications Lot Ndamanomhata on...
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) approved and allocated N$4.5 million towards the repair and maintenance of the Veterinary Cordon Fence, which is infamously known as the red line. The sum of N$4.5 million was approved at the LLPBN’s recent meeting, where it was resolved that the funds be transferred to the...
Kehad Snydewel Artificial Intelligence (AI) has permeated every aspect of our lives, at least if you take the media’s word for it. By leveraging AI, every facet of our lives and work becomes more efficient and manageable. However, when you ask questions and look for explanations from people who live and breathe AI, they often...
Many consumers are not aware of the comprehensive suite of services and resources their bank can provide. This is according to Brian Katjaerua, chief executive officer at the Bankers Association of Namibia, who said banks are committed to assisting customers on their journey to financial wellness, offering educational resources and personalised guidance at every turn. ...
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) Conference took place in Windhoek, Namibia from 25 to 27 June. Stakeholders in the hospitality and tourism industry, including investors and industry executives, gathered under the theme “Inspiring Growth, Powering Investment.” The main topics discussed included the potential for future developments, and investment in the domestic hospitality and tourism industry...
After factoring in recent international oil price adjustments, the energy ministry yesterday announced a decrease in local fuel prices. Tomorrow, petrol will decrease by 80 cents per litre, diesel 50 ppm will go down by 60 cents per litre, and diesel 10 ppm will decrease by 70 cents per litre. This means that in Walvis...
Sakeus Iikela The Russian government has expressed openness to increasing the scholarship quota for Namibian students, particularly in the field of medicine, to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries. This announcement was made by Senator Yelena Perminova, the chairperson of the committee on social policy and head of the friendship group for cooperation...
Rudolf Gaiseb The first publication of the three-part series of a report launched by the Institute for Public Policy Research last week says mandatory SIM card registration threatens the constitutional right to privacy. “Since April 2024, mass state surveillance has become a reality in Namibia, as the country implemented the mandatory SIM card registration and...