NANDI-NDAITWAH STRESSES IMPORTANCE OF SKILLS

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has stressed the importance of skills development and technical and vocational education and training in driving Namibia's economic transformation and creating sustainable opportunities for its citizens.

ERONGO LAUNCHES N$2.6M FISH PROJECT

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A new initiative aimed at increasing fish consumption while creating jobs and business opportunities has been launched in Swakopmund.

The N$2.6 million Erongo Governor’s Fish Consumption Promotion Project will see fish shops established across all seven constituencies in the region.

OTJIWARONGO LINKS YOUTH TO JOBS

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In response to the Otjozondjupa Governor's plea to companies to start absorbing unemployed youth, the Otjiwarongo Constituency office has created a database to make it easy to trace potential employees within its jurisdiction.
 

NAMIBIA ADVANCES JOBS, SOCIAL PROTECTION

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The implementation of the UN Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions is advancing efforts to create jobs, expand social protection and formalise the informal economy.

FISHING INDUSTRY BACKS 200-METRE ZONE DECISION

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The Wet Landed Small Pelagic Association has defended a Cabinet decision to relax restrictions in parts of the 200-metre fishing zone, saying the move protects jobs and grows onshore fish processing.

200 NAMIBIAN YOUTH TARGETED FOR MSC CRUISE JOBS

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A recruitment drive for 200 Namibian youth for jobs on MSC cruise ships is underway in Walvis Bay.

Namibian youth are being offered a gateway to global careers at sea through an initiative by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, in partnership with MSC Cruises.

|Khomas region census shows rapid urban growth

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The 2023 Population and Housing Census for the |Khomas Region revealed rapid urban growth, a predominantly youthful population, and rising pressure on jobs and basic services.

This was revealed by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). 

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. 

CNFA warns of job losses over new bycatch limits

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The Confederation of Namibian Fishing Associations (CNFA) fears job losses in the industry because of the newly introduced bycatch limits.

The Chairperson, Matti Amukwa, highlighted the concern at a recent event at Walvis Bay.