MICT warns of AI risks without 4IR preparedness

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The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology's (MICT) Director for Print Media Affairs has warned that if nations are not well prepared for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) could become a danger.

Victory Youth Group hosts Mega Help event

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Suicide has recently become a major concern in Namibia, with rising rates causing alarm among the government and communities.

The Victory Youth Group (VYG) held a Mega Help event aimed at empowering young people to overcome challenges and become visionary leaders.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for UN reflection

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised the need for the international community to undertake a deeper reflection on the developments and challenges of the past 80 years of the United Nations General Assembly and assess its current role in addressing global issues.

Namibia launches National Map of Ecosystems

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The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has launched the Namibia Map of Ecosystems as part of the Southern Africa SBAPP Regional Project. 

Road Fund to write off vehicle licence debts over three years

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The Chief Executive Officer of the Road Fund Administration, Ali Ipinge, has announced that debts for vehicle licences older than three years will be written off by the Fund. 

The prescribed debt totals over N$371 million.

EFN calls for accountability across all media entities

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The Editors Forum of Namibia's Chairperson, Toivo Ndjebela, has emphasised the importance of accountability and inclusive engagement within the media sector. 

He highlighted the long-standing challenge of handling complaints involving media entities that are not part of the EFN. 

Rising emissions threaten sustainable development

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Over the past five decades, rising greenhouse gas levels have contributed to global warming and worsening climate change, which present major obstacles to sustainable socio-economic development.

VP Witbooi urges Africa to put creativity at heart of development

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Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on African governments to mainstream the creative industry in their national development plans, emphasising the growing value of African creativity and culture as key drivers of economic transformation.