The Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM) has joined forces with the Global Cybersecurity Centre to train local civil servants in cybersecurity. The two organisations signed a landmark three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to boost the public sector’s digital safety. The new agreement comes at a crucial time as global cyber threats continue to rise. Under the three-year pact, NIPAM and the Global Cybersecurity Center will work side-by-side to roll out specialized training programs and launch awareness campaigns designed specifically for government employees. NIPAM Executive Director, Dr Heroldt Murangi, in a statement, emphasized that no individual or institution is immune to cyber-attacks, which can occur at any time and from multiple sources. He noted that the partnership comes at an opportune time, as NIPAM continues to fulfil its mandate of building capacity within the public sector. “There must be cybersecurity seminars, training programmes, finalized learning materials,...

The President H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has shared a warm vision for the country’s economic future: one where financial literacy moves beyond corporate boardrooms and finds a home in rural communities, local schools, and civic organizations. Speaking at the 30th anniversary of Namibia Asset Management (NAM) held this week, Nandi-Ndaitwah said the growth of institutions such as NAM forms part of the broader national effort to broaden participation, deepen inclusion, and ensure that more Namibians can share in the opportunities created by the economy. While Namibia boasts a developed non-banking financial sector, she noted that for too long Namibians have been excluded from meaningful participation in the formal economy and from the benefits of wealth creation. As we widen access to investment opportunities, Namibia must equally widen access to financial knowledge, she said, noting that financial literacy is not a luxury, but an essential life skill. Nandi-Ndaitwah said that every...

The Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC) on Thursday announced a 23-athlete squad for the Commonwealth Games to be held from 23 July to 2 August in Glasgow, Scotland. Team Namibia 2026 comprises 23 athletes, 15 men and 8 women, supported by a full delegation of approximately 39 members, including coaches, medical personnel, technical officials, and administrators. The full team is as follows: ATHLETICS – Namibia Athletics Federation Athletes: Chenoul Lionel Coetzee, Elvis Khikhoe Gaseb, Charley Matundu, Ryan Williams Coach: Mr. Gawaseb Zidane | Team Manager: Ms. Madeleine Kotze PARA-ATHLETICS – Namibia Athletics Federation Athlete: Ananias Shikongo | Competition Guide: Mr. Even Tjiviju Coach: Mr. Letu Hamhola BOXING – Namibia Boxing Federation Athletes: Mischa Monique Araes, Philip Pumulo Mutalela Hoaseb, Gebhard Tonateni Ipinge, Petrus Jacobus Kotze, Tryagain Morning Ndevelo Coaches: Mr. Ipundaka Lungameni Lazarus, Mr. Albertus Tamaseb | Team Manager: Ms. Magreth Mengo GYMNASTICS – Gymnastics Namibia Athletes: Sureshni Andrew, Anne-Leen...

Old Mutual, on 5 June, launched their Staff Wellness Centre, a space designed to support the holistic wellbeing of their employees. Old Mutual in a statement said this reflects their commitment to creating a work place where wellness is not treated as an add on, but as an essential part of how people work, support one another and deliver on their purpose. “The Centre has a wide range of services focused on physical, mental and emotional well being. At its core, it provides primary health care services, with a qualified nurse on site to assist employees. It also serves as a hub for broader wellness initiatives, including basic wellness screenings and access to relaxation spaces such as massage chairs.” Group Human Capital Executive at Old Mutual, Ramona Itembu said the Centre represents a deliberate and long term investment in the wellbeing of employees. “Our people are at the heart of...

The Legal Assistance Centre (LAC) have applauded the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations for passing the Dissolution of Marriages Act of 2024 to law, recently. The Centre stated that they are relieved that the Act has been passed into law. “We have tirelessly worked to ensure that there is a more responsible and responsive law on divorce that guarantees the dignity of divorcing spouses and their families, especially the children, since Independence.” LAC Director, Toni Hancox said they have advocated for reforms to ensure that divorce proceedings are more accessible, affordable and respectful of the dignity of all involved. “This new law will not only reduce the litigation costs, but also ensure that litigating parties are not put through what is often a protracted, brutal and undignified trial.” The Centre said they are pleased that most, if not all, their proposals, were adopted in the new divorce law. “This...

Namibia’s Tim Ekandjo is among the 100 Most Influential African and Diaspora CMOs (Chief Marketing Officers) recognised at the inaugural Africa CMO 100 (ACMO100) celebration that recently took place in Ethiopia, Addis Ababa. The event was hosted by Brand Africa in partnership with the African Union Commission and Opportunity Africa, marking the first formal recognition of the Africa CMO 100 that were revealed in March. According to Brand Africa, the honourees hail from 21 African countries that together generate more than US$2.3 trillion, over 80% of Africa’s gross domestic product. The brands and companies they lead generate a combined revenue of approximately US$750 to 800 billion globally. Meanwhile, the brands on the list that are headquartered on the continent account for revenue of about US$140 billion on their own. Thebe Ikalafeng, Founder and Chairman of Brand Africa addressing the attendees at the event said “Tonight is more than a celebration...

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) formally engaged with Telecom Namibia on Wednesday 03 June, where Telecom had to furnish an update on the causes of recent service disruptions and measures already implemented. CRAN Chief Executive, Ms Emilia Nghikembua, noted, “Between January and May 2026, Telecom Namibia recorded several service outages, pointing to persistent network instability. These were not minor, localised glitches, but repeated nationwide disruptions affecting mobile data, voice calls and text messaging across the country.” The outages were attributed to failures in access systems, power supply, fibre connections, hardware, transport infrastructure, as well as incidents of copper theft. More than 80 cases were reported during four months. “This sharp rise in cases directly undermines last-mile connectivity, especially in Windhoek. While urgent countermeasures are needed to curb this criminal activity, it also presents an opportunity to modernise the network by moving away from vulnerable legacy copper infrastructure and...

OL, the freshly rebranded Ohlthaver & List group of companies, on Friday 05 June launched its OL Legends Alumni programme to honour former employees who helped grow the group to the diversified giant it is today. Addressing the company’s Legends, OL Group Executive Chairman, Sven Thieme said “For more than 106 years, generations of people have given a part of their lives to the OL Group. I see people. I see relationships. I see stories. I see sacrifices. And I see lessons passed from one generation to the next. People brought us here — Authentic people, Caring people, Passionate people. And that is how OL Legends was born. You helped build our businesses. You helped shape our Persona. And you remain part of our future. Welcome home.” OL Chief Experience Officer, Franziska Rüeck said honouring its earlier employees is a way to honour the group’s history adding that strategy needs...

DStv and GOtv have launched a promotion, ‘Open Time’, this June that gives subscribers access to more content at no extra cost. MultiChoice Namibia in a statement explained that from 1 to 30 June, subscribers who pay for their current subscription automatically get access to a higher package at no extra cost. “There is no opt-in required and no change to the bill, just access to more content for the same price.” “How the upgrade works, DStv Compact+ upgrades to DStv Premium, DStv Family upgrades to DStv Compact, DStv Access upgrades to DStv Family while DStv Lite is not eligible for the complimentary upgrade. GOtv, SUPA and Max also moves on notch up the gradings ladder but GOtv Value and Lite not. MultiChoice said this is a simply way to enjoy a wider viewing experience for the month, more drama, more action, more sport, more kids’ content and more of...

On World Hunger Day, 28 May, beetroot, carrots, chillies, herbs and other vegetables grown in a Namibian community garden were showcased and sold at Shoprite Lafrenz in Windhoek, by members of the Groot Aub Fresh Producers organisation. The Shoprite Group stated that the project which annually provides local community gardeners with available retail platform, coincided with World Hunger Day this year, a global awareness day focused on food insecurity and sustainable solutions. “Groot Aub Fresh Producers is among over 300 community gardens supported by the Shoprite Group across southern Africa, helping to strengthen food security in the region.” Shoprite Chief Sustainability Officer, Sanjeev Raghubir said this year Market Day provided almost 60 local gardeners and co-operatives across the region with the opportunity to sell their fresh produce directly to the public, gain retail experience and strengthen the roots of small businesses that feed their communities. “Customers stocked up on local...