NAMIBIA GOVT APPROVED FUND FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF MODERN NEONATAL UNIT

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Gambeta News

Namibia government has approved a fund worth about N$27 million for the construction of a modern neonatal unit and a mothers’ shelter at Swakopmund. According to the Prime minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadh, this facility will go a long way in ensuring the survival of new-born children in the Erongo region, especially those born prematurely and at risk of dying in the absence of such specialised care as a neonatal unit can provide. The neonatal unit is…

CHINESE FIRM SECURE CONTRACT FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION IN NAMIBIA

Posted on November 19, 2020 by Gambeta News

A Chinese state-owned construction company has secure a contract from Namibia government for a road in southern Namibia. The firm China Henan International Cooperation Group won the N$530-million tender for the construction of the road between Tses and Gochas. Meanwhile, the decision has irked some Namibian construction companies which were hoping to get part of the tender to keep jobs. With some saying the economy is struggling and we are still shipping out money. Roads…

LOCAL FIRM THREATENED TO SUE NAMIBIA’S ROAD AUTHORITY

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Gambeta News

A local firm is threatening legal action over Namibia Road Authority after they paid the company co-partner a Chinese firm for a road job. Currently speaking, Onamangongwa Trading Enterprises and the Chinese firm China Railway Seventh Group are disputing over the joint venture for the construction of the Windhoek – Hosea Kutako International Airport dual carriageway Phase 1. The project which is worth US$53.7m (N$800 million) was signed in 2015 by both companies with Onamangongwa…

ANALYSTS SAYS NAMIBIA MARKET NOT TOO SMALL

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Gambeta News

During the Harambee Prosperity Plan II held at the nation state capital, analysis says the nation market is not too small. The events was attended by presidential advisers, economists, representatives from development institutions, banking executives, academics and several government ministries. The statement that the Namibian market is too small for local production to thrive is not true – especially not for the agricultural sector in which most of what is consumed is imported. It was…

FUNDS SERIOUSLY NEEDED TO IMPROVE RURAL SCHOOLS IN NAMIBIA

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Gambeta News

Like the saying goes, Education is the key to unlock the potential of the future generations. However when rural area in a particular nation are suffering, you start to think about the potential of such said generations/ future leaders. With that in mind, Namibia has partnered with MTC to set up the MTC rural schools project, but before such project can been seen or actualize then funds are seriously needed. According to the Nation’s Education…

COVID-19 PANDEMIC SHOWCASING NAMIBIA’s POOR HOUSING SYSTEM

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Gambeta News

As the pandemic keeps spreading with new cases recorded on a daily basis, so many aspect of a country failing system has been put on spotlight. In Namibia, the country housing sector has taken a rapid decline since the covid-19 pandemic began as resident in some region is having serious challenges especially Walvis Bay residents. Speaking to the media, Mike Kavekotora said Walvis Bay residents needs urgent attention, suggesting rescue measures should be implemented to…

NECKARTAL DAM IS RECEIVING SIGNIFICANT INFLOWS IN NAMIBIA

Posted on June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 by Gambeta News

The newly built Neckartal Dam near Keetmanshoop is receiving significant inflows following an increase in rainfall activity in its catchment area. Neckartal Dam is currently the largest dam in Namibia and the eight largest dam by storage volume in the Southern African region. Neckartal Dam is a curved gravity dam on the Fish River, a tributary of the Orange River. Project Client: Namibian Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry Contractor: Salini Impregilo S.p.A Consultant: Knight Piesold…

NAMIBIAN MINE WORKERS OFFERED VOLUNTARY RETRENCHMENT PACKAGE

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Gambeta News

Trevali Rosh Pinah Mine at Rosh Pinah mining settlement in the //Kharas region has offered its 429 workers voluntary retrenchment packages. In a letter dated 25 June 2020, the company’s management informed workers it has launched a series of consultations and negotiations with the employee leadership to look at ways to cut high operational costs. “It has always been our commitment to our employees that retrenchments would be the very last resort, which is why…

NAMIBIA RELAXES LOCKDOWN TO SAFEGUARD ECONOMY

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Gambeta News

Over the past several weeks, there has been an increase in the number of COVID19 cases in Namibia. The total number of confirmed cases in the country is 63, with 28 new cases reported during the past 7-day period (24th June 2020). The Index Case in the country was on 14 March 2020. Namibia will migrate from STAGE 3 to STAGE 4 with Relaxed Precautions on 30 June to 17 September 2020 for an extended…

CORONAVIRUS: NAMIBIA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY NEEDS IMMEDIATE START AFTER PANDEMIC

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Gambeta News

The construction industry has been heavy affected due to the corona virus, but things are about to get worst if projects don’t kick-off immediately after the pandemic is over. This can be witnessed in Namibia as the nation’s construction industry has been suffering huge losses already over the last four years. Now with the novel virus on showcase, the industry is set for more problem if construction activities fails to return immediately after the virus…

FACTORY CONSTRUCTION IN NAMIBIA KICK-OFF

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

Namibia to construct a factory that will produce a variety of nutritious animal feed and charcoal. Construction has kickoff for a factory that will produce a variety of nutritious animal feed and charcoal. These were announced by the Minister of industrialization, trade, and SME development Tjekero Tweya. Speaking during a groundbreaking ceremony, Tweya said the project will be built by the government’s National Industrial Development Agency (Nida). These will be in partnership with private investors…

DEVELOPMENT BANKS JOIN FUNDS FOR NAMIBIA INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRESS

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Gambeta News

Will the new partnership help Namibia resolve its infrastructural problem or will lack of private capital unavailability stop them. Infrastructure development is a key driver for progress across any developing nation. This is why the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) and Development Bank of South Africa (DBSA) is combing to make that possible. The plan is to pledged N$8 billion in finances for infrastructure requirements in Namibia. According to the announcement, the funds will be…

NAMIBIA’s PRESIDENT DISCUSS E-GOVERNANCE WITH ESTONIA PRESIDENT

Posted on February 11, 2019February 11, 2019 by Gambeta News

Namibia plans to move into e-governance after meeting with Estonia delegates. Namibia President Hage G. Geingob has held a bilateral meeting with Estonia President Kersti Kaljulaid in the state capital Windhoek. The focus of the meeting was on e-governance and digital transformation in Africa. Namibia is planning to introduce e-governance so as to transform its economy and also digitize the nation. They plan to use it for delivering government services, exchange of information etc. E-governance is important because…

OPERATION HORNKRANZ GUARANTEES A SAFER NAMIBIA

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Gambeta News

President of the Republic of Namibia, Hage G. Geingob recently launched Operation Hornkranz. A crime fighting initiative led by the Namibian Police NAMPOL, and supported by the Army. The operation is geared towards rooting out crime, to show potential tourist and investors that the country is governed by law and order. This operation further reinforces the president’s vision to position Namibia as the gateway to Southern Africa. The president signified the importance of this operation by…

PRESIDENT HAGE LAUNCHES PEUGEOT OPEL ASSEMBLY NAMIBIA

Posted on December 20, 2018December 20, 2018 by Gambeta News

President Hage G. Geingob launches Peugeot Opel Assembly Namibia. The assembly plant is sited in Walvis Bay, and operates as a joint-venture between Groupe PSA and Namibia Development Corporation. It is another bold step in President Hage’s industrialisation drive. This investment of over N$ 190 million, will have an annual production of 5000 cars and create 50 jobs. Thereby, ensuring that Namibia attains its ambitious plan of becoming a gateway to Southern Africa.

NAMIBIA MINISTER FOR FINANCE ASK AFDB TO STOP PROJECT TENDER

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Gambeta News

Namibia Minister ask AFDB to hold tender process for major projects in the nation. Minister for Finance, Calle Schlettwein has ask African Development Bank to stop the tender process for the rail and road project. This is as a result of dispute that the project will only favour foreign firm. The minister has request for the process to be on hold as it will not favour local contractors. He also stress that the bank has procurement regulations, but…

KEETMANS FISH PROJECT STILL INCOMPLETE AFTER FOUR YEARS IN NAMIBIA

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Gambeta News

Contractors set to meet with the ministry to resolve payment issues holding the completion of keetmans fish project after four years. Construction of the N$21 million Fonteintjie community aquaculture fish project facility is still not complete after four years. The project which was originally due to be complete within 14 -16 months four years ago. According to report, the project is experiencing a delay due to an outstanding payment of N$500 000. The payment is for contractors and…

OVER HUNDREDS OF HOMES IN NAMIBIA TO GET ELECTRICITY

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Gambeta News

Hundreds of homes in Namibia are going to get electricity connection. The long wait by prospective applicants on council’s waiting to secure electricity is slowly being shortened as the electrification of about 322 even, which was the stumbling block to award plots to the people in Omuthiya, is envisaged to commence soon. Hence, by August the town council will appoint a contractor to start electrifying the area. The area already has road infrastructure, water and…

CONSTRUCTION OF VOCATION TRAINING CENTRE KICK-OFF IN NAMIBIA

Posted on July 6, 2018July 6, 2018 by Gambeta News

New vocation training set to be build in Khorixas which will help develop the youth with various skills. Construction of a vocation training centre (VTC) in Khorixas is set to kick-off. The centre which is worth N$700 million will also be to help grow more skill youth in the area. The construction is a welcome development as youth in the area are already involved in the process. Some youth also took part in the Earthworks at the site with…

NAMIBIA’s MINISTER FOR WORKS APPOINT NEW RCC BOARD

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Gambeta News

Namibia minister of works and transport appoint new RCC board members after old members sign self-funding agreement without authorization from the Government. Namibia Minister of works and transport John Mutorwa appoint new temporary board of directors of RCC. Meanwhile Road Contractor company (RCC) has been going through problem which result in the minister decision. The decision follows the State-Owned Enterprises Governance Act as the company is in crisis. A five board-member was also approve to oversee the…

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