The Mo Ibrahim Foundation has highlighted the importance of enhancing mobility and connectivity across Africa to accelerate continental integration and swiftly implement the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The foundation also called for strategies to facilitate regular migration within the continent. This is highlighted in a report titled ‘Africa on the Move: Boosting mobility and connectivity’ published by the Foundation. The launch coincided with the opening of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya last week. This report provides a comprehensive overview of current challenges such as the ‘soft’ mobility of persons, goods and services and the ‘hard’ physical connectivity infrastructure within a continent. It also highlights the important commitments already taken at an African level, though not all fully implemented, to address these challenges. The report points to the full implementation of the AfCFTA as a solution to boost intra-continental trade to 53% from around 18% of Africa’s...

A blank space or an ‘NR’ indicates no readings received.An ‘e’ indicates that the water level has been estimated.A ‘w’ indicates that conditions were very windy, resulting in an inaccurate reading.Omatjenne Dam does not have abstraction facilities.The dam contents are according to the latest dam basin surveys.The inflow that is reflected in the bulletin does […] Source link

The Cabinet has directed the Ministry of Health and Social Services to prepare for the possible reactivation of door-to-door polio vaccinations following reports that current coverage remains significantly below the national safety threshold. Official data from the 12th and 13th meetings released this week reveals that the third round of the National Polio Vaccination Campaign […] Source link

The National Youth Service (NYS) has officially invited eligible young Namibians to apply for its specialized training programme in Automotive Mechatronics. The call for admission is specifically for the National Vocational Certificate in Automotive Mechatronics (Level 2). This programme is designed to equip the youth with technical skills that combine mechanical engineering, electronics, and computer controls, a field increasingly vital as the automotive industry evolves toward more advanced technology. The closing date for applications is 29 May, and successful applicants will be based at the Reitfontein Training Centre in the Otjozondjupa Region. “This call is strictly for youth who are between the ages of 16 and 35, who have twenty points in six subjects at Grade 11, NSSCO Revised Curriculum, with at least grade E in English, grade F in Mathematics, and Science. They must also have 20 points in six subjects at Grade 10 and 12 old curriculum.” They...

The Minister of Finance, Hon.Ericah Shafudah, officially launched the Financial Institutions Markets Act of 2021 (FIMA) on Wednesday, signalling a shift in how the country’s non-banking sector is governed. FIMA replaces outdated legislation, such as the Public Accountants and Auditors Act of 1951, with a single, robust framework designed to strengthen consumer protection, promote financial stability, and ensure fair markets. According to the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA), Chief Executive Kenneth Matomola, the decision to transition to FIMA was made in 2008 following concerns raised by various stakeholders, including the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and the local Parliament, about the ineffectiveness of regulation and supervision in the country’s financial sector. The first draft Bill was followed by years of engagement with the Cabinet Committee on Legislation, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Finance. The Bill was passed in the national assembly in 2020 and promulgated in...

The Africa Forward Summit came to a close in Nairobi Kenya on 12 May with over 30 African Heads of State and Government setting out an actionable framework to advance a renewed Africa–France partnership anchored on parity, mutual respect, co-investment, and delivery. Co-chaired by H.E. William Samoei Ruto, President of Kenya, and H.E. Emmanuel Macron, President of France, the summit received business leaders, development finance institutions, innovators, youth leaders, and civil society representatives from Africa, France, and across the globe. Hosted for the first time in a non-Francophone African country, the Summit marked a deliberate shift to a future-oriented partnership focused on shared prosperity, industrial transformation, innovation, and sustainable development. Through the Nairobi Declaration the leaders committed to accelerating investments across priority sectors critical to Africa’s development trajectory while reaffirming Africa’s position not as a recipient of development support, but as a strategic global partner and co-architect of solutions to...

Erongo RED, in partnership with Green Enterprise Solutions, has officially relaunched its corporate website, marking a significant step forward in the utility’s digital transformation journey. The new website builds on the foundation of the company’s previous platform, developed in 2015, which served as an important digital channel over the past decade. In response to evolving technology and changing user expectations, Erongo RED undertook the development of a refreshed, secure, and user-focused platform designed to better meet the needs of its customers, stakeholders, and the broader public. The platform was developed by Green Enterprise Solutions,r of innovative ICT solutions, forming part of Erongo RED’s broader digital transformation journey. The scope of the project includes design, development, and a three-year agreement covering hosting, maintenance, and ongoing support. This strategic partnership ensures that Erongo RED remains agile and adaptable to future technological advancements and evolving customer requirements. Speaking at the launch, Erongo RED...

The City of Windhoek’s Council last week announced the approval of the Disaster Risk Reduction Strategy 2026-2030, designed to strengthen preparedness and resilience against disasters and climate-related risks. The Council identified flash floods, informal dwelling fires, veld fires, chemical spills, cold waves, and motor vehicle accidents. The strategy is expected to respond to these risks as well as rising threats posed by rapid urbanisation and socio-economic vulnerabilities, particularly in informal settlements. The comprehensive framework was developed through an extensive consultative process led by the Department of Economic Development and Community Services since August 2023, guided by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction Sendai Framework and national policy instruments. The approved strategy will also guide proactive disaster prevention, risk mitigation, community awareness, and coordinated emergency response efforts over the next five years.   Source link

By Freeman Ya Ngulu. The Ministry of Finance in its 2026/27 budget speech, announced a new timeline for the country’s e-invoice initiative, which first appeared in the 24/25 budget statement. Namibia continues to advance its e-invoicing reform as part of broader efforts to modernize VAT administration and strengthen tax compliance. The e-invoicing initiative was first […] Source link