Namibia’s ocean: Lifeline for food and jobs

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Namibia's ocean is more than waves and water. Rather, it is a lifeline for food, jobs, and the broader economy.

The country's marine research community is celebrating a decade of scientific progress. 

UNAM reviews maritime programmes to meet industry demands

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The University of Namibia (UNAM) has identified the need to align its curriculum with the demands of current and future trends, as well as emerging industries in the age of rapid technological advancements, artificial intelligence, and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Cruise tourism boosts Namibia’s economy

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The tourism officer for the Erongo and Kunene regions, Suama Nambala, has highlighted the immense contribution cruise lines make to Namibia's growing tourism sector, emphasising their vital role in providing a much-needed economic boost to the country.

Erongo Governor calls for unity behind President Nandi-Ndaitwah

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Erongo Governor Neville Andre has urged all Namibians to unite in support of the newly sworn-in first female president, Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Andre emphasised the importance of national unity as the country enters this historic new chapter under female leadership.

Royal ǀUiǀoǀoo calls for indigenous responsive policies

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The Deputy Minister of Marginalised Communities, Royal ǀUiǀoǀoo has called on government agencies and stakeholders to adopt Indigenous Responsive policies and institutional strategies to integrate marginalised communities into the mainstream economy.

Namibia plans new desalination plant

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If all goes according to plan, fresh desalinated water will be available from the desalination plant in the Erongo Region by 2027.

This announcement was made by Carl Schlettwein, the Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, during his address at a Land Development Conference in Henties Bay.

Informal vendors struggle amid rapid population growth

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Namibia's port of Walvis Bay is a town experiencing rapid population growth from individuals in search of greener pastures.

However, the hopes of many to find employment here are, more often than not, dashed.