Namibia taps renewable energy, green hydrogen to decarbonise aviation

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The Executive Director in the Ministry of Works and Transport, Jonas Sheelongo, said Namibia is leveraging its renewable energy and green hydrogen potential to support aviation decarbonisation efforts.

He made the remark during the SADC Annex 16 Environment Workshop underway at Swakopmund.

Zambezi man seeks compensation for lost cattle

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A resident of Muyako in the Zambezi Region, Patrick Matengu, is appealing to the government to consider some sort of compensation for cattle lost to a natural disaster.

Matengu this week woke up to five of his cattle struck by lightning in Maalo Village in the Muyako Area. 

Zeraeua Chief hopeful legal training will aid conflict resolution

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Zeraeua Traditional Authority Chief Christian Manasse Zeraua has expressed hope that the legal framework training undertaken by his counsels and staff will equip them to address conflicts.

Zeraeua voiced this on the sidelines of a one-week workshop underway at Otjiwarongo.

Namibia urges compassion for Angolan street children

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Namibia's Ambassador to Angola has called for compassion towards Angolan children roaming the streets in Namibia.

Leonard Iipumbu says both governments are working to find a lasting solution.

The children can be observed at street corners and shopping areas in some towns.

Kapofi tables Petroleum Bill to strengthen oversight

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The Minister of Industries, Mines, and Energy, Frans Kapofi, has proposed tabling the Petroleum Amendment Bill, aimed at establishing an upstream petroleum unit as well as introducing measures to strengthen fiscal transparency and accountability.

Namibia to send 2nd AfCFTA shipment to Kenya

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Namibia will make its second shipment to Kenya on Monday through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA). 

The second consignment will come from MeatCo.

Sensitive election materials arrive in Keetmanshoop

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Sensitive election materials for ||Kharas Region have arrived in Keetmanshoop as preparations continue for the Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections set for 26 November.