Addis Ababa hosts first influencer summit to fight stereotypes, reclaim narrative from Western media

The One Economy Foundation hosted the third annual Media Summit in Windhoek.

The events brought together media practitioners, journalists, and healthcare professionals from across Namibia.

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) and Bank Windhoek have formalised a new partnership aimed at strengthening communication and expanding outreach for both institutions.

The agreement of N$1.6 million over three years positions NBC as a key platform for the bank to reach wider audiences.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology has urged Public Relations Officers (PROs) from government Offices, Ministries, and Agencies (OMAs) to maintain strong working relationships with the media and to be proactive in providing information.

A SABA delegation met with SADC Executive Secretary Elias Magosi at the SADC Secretariat in Gaborone, Botswana.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology has called on media houses to support government efforts in promoting the ethical use of social media and strengthening Namibia's national brand.

Impalila Island residents will no longer have to climb trees to hoist cables to support their radio antennas.

This development follows the launch and commissioning of radio services at the island by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology.

Residents at Terrace Bay remember the late Founding President Dr. Sam Nujoma as a leader who brought immense change to their community.

Ranging from education, communication, health, and leisure, the residents say Terrace Bay would not be the same without Dr. Nujoma's support.

A lecture that took place at the University of Namibia's (UNAM) main campus recently explored both the positive and negative aspects of media and communication within the Namibian context.

Professor Jairos Kangira is the Coordinator of the Mass Media Professorial Lecture and explained its purpose. 

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) and the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development (MURD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding whereby the nbc will partner with the ministry to ensure professional and reliable communication.