Mbumba Inaugurates Anixas 2 Power Station, urges affordable commodities

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President Nangolo Mbumba inaugurated Nampower's 54-megawatt Anixas 2 Power Station at Walvis Bay with a call for affordable basic commodities.

Mbumba said supply models for basic commodities should incorporate innovative solutions that make such goods affordable for communities.

Japan plans improvements to "Voucher Programme"

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The Japanese Ambassador to Namibia, Shinichi Asazuma, has said his government means to introduce improvements to the Japan-funded commodity voucher programme. 

This follows a recent visit to communities in the Kunene Region to assess the drought effects and related challenges.

Postal operators are embracing an electronic future

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As Africa embraces digital transformation, postal operators have been urged to focus on strengthening the postal industry through e-commerce and digital trade.

They, too, need to address challenges such as logistical issues, payment systems and ensuring the right regulatory frameworks are in place.

Online Visa system draws tourists

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The online visa application system, launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security on Tuesday, has already attracted hundreds of tourists.

About 200 visa applications have been approved through the online process so far.

Keetmanshoop communities voice service concerns

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Community members of Keetmanshoop, as well as from the Berseba and Vaalgras villages, raised concern over inadequate service delivery during the Office of the National Council Chairperson's outreach visit to the ||Kharas Region.

Five borders between Botswana and South Africa to close due to flooding

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The Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat (TKCS) has announced the temporary closure of five border posts between Botswana and South Africa due to flooding.

The affected border posts are Stockpoort/Parr's Halt, Makgobistad/Phitshane Molopo, Bray, Groblersbridge/Martins Drift, and Pontdrift.