Namibia imports most of its electricity

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Namibia produces only about 40 percent of its own electricity, while the remaining percentage is being imported.  

This was announced by the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse, at the official launch of the Namibia Impact Mission 300.  

Inflation drops sharply in September

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The annual inflation rate in September increased by zero- comma one percent compared to three-comma-four percent rcorded at the same time last year.

The Namibia Financial Instituations Supervisory Authority indicated the inflation now stands at three-comma-five percent.

Ebson Uanguta appointed new Governor of Bank of Namibia

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Ebson Uanguta as the new Governor of the Bank of Namibia, effective 1 January 2026, for a five-year term.

Uanguta has served as Deputy Governor since 2012, where he contributed to the bank’s policy formulation, governance and oversight functions.

Allegations of unfair labour practices raised in fishing sector

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Allegations of unfair labour practices have been raised in the fishing sector. Former temporary employees of Hangana Seafood accuse the company of unfair labour practices, including failing to remit deducted tax contributions to the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA).

Bribery reports in driver and learner licences appear to decline

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Reports of bribery linked to the issuing of driver and learner licences appear to be on the decline. The Roads Authority said it has not recorded any such cases this year. Speaking to NBC News, Corporate Communications Manager Hileni Fillemon said incidents related to bribery have dropped over the years.

CRAN renews CEO Emilia Nghikembua’s contract for second term

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The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has renewed the contract of its Chief Executive Officer, Emilia Nghikembua. She will serve a second five-year term, starting on the first of January next year.

NIPDB honours outgoing CEO Nangula Uaandja

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The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) has formally recognised its outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Nangula Uaandja, for her role in setting up and shaping the institution. As the Board's first CEO, Dr.

Nekundi launches Phase Four of Eenhana–Ondobe Road

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Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has officially launched the groundbreaking ceremony for Phase Four of the continuation and rehabilitation of the Eenhana–Ondobe tarred road in the Ohangwena Region.