Namibia's unemployment rate rises to 36.9%

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More than half of Namibia’s working-age population is either unemployed or part of the potential labour force, according to the 2023 Population and Housing Census Labour Force Report released by the Namibia Statistics Agency on Wednesday.

Liberation veteran Themus Nkandi buried

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Liberation struggle veteran Themus Cosmos "Mangango" Nkandi was buried on Tuesday at Omugulugwombashe Memorial Shrine, Uukwaluudhi, in the Tsandi Constituency in the Omusati Region.

The late Nkandi, who died at the age of 77, was conferred an official funeral by President Nangolo Mbumba.

Samora Machel councillor urges engagement with Farm 508 residents

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The Samora Machel Constituency councillor says there is a need for ongoing engagements with the relocated residents of Farm 508.

Nestor Kalola says the area's new residents can contribute to the setting up of some of the utilities identified.

Film Association eager for more local content

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There is a need for more Namibian stories in the film industry.

These were the sentiments of the chairperson of the Film Association of Namibia (FAN), Byron Joseph, during an interview with the nbc.

NAMCOR to continue safeguarding interests in petroleum exploration

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The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) reports increasing interest from potential upstream oil and gas investors following recent light oil discoveries offshore the Orange Basin.

NAMCOR pledged to safeguard its interests in petroleum exploration on behalf of the government.

Erongo Regional Council reflects on vision and strategies for success

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Erongo regional councillors and management have partnered with the Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM) to reflect, realign, and generate fresh ideas for the development and service of the region.

The team is currently in Windhoek for a two-day retreat.

|Khomas councillors assess progress on Samora Machel Constituency Projects

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|Khomas Regional Councillors visited the Samora Machel Constituency to assess service delivery progress at Farm 508.

Councillors of the |Khomas Regional Council, along with Chief Regional Officer Clement Mafwila, visited the area to evaluate progress following the awarding of the tender two weeks ago.