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NAMIBIA’S CAPITAL BATTLES WITH FLOODING AS HEAVY RAIN PERSISTS

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Gambeta News

WINDHOEK residents have been warned of possible flooding as heavy rain persists in the capital.The City of Windhoek issued the warning as the city continues to experience heavy rain, flash flooding and overflowing rivers. “While we are thankful for the abundant rain, there is a concern that flash floods may cause damage to private and public property, for example electricity poles and roads, which could present further risks of power outages and unsafe roads and…

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…

CONSTRUCTION OF BAYNES POWER PLANT SLATED FOR 2023

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Gambeta News

The project has been slated for construction in 2023 after both nations involves in the project agreed on it. Baynes power plant will be expected to generate 600 MW of power, which would be sold to Namibia and Angola in equal allocations of 300 MW each, while regional off-take is being considered. According to the energy ministries of both governments through the Permanent Joint Technical Commission on the Cunene River Basin (PJTC) said the commissioning…

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…

NATIONAL HOUSING ENTERPRISE TO SPEND US$696K ON INFORMAL HOUSING

Posted on April 24, 2019April 25, 2019 by Gambeta News

Namibia plans to spend over USD 696,000 on housing needs for low and middle income citizens. National Housing Enterprise (NHE) is a state-owned company providing housing solutions that alleviates Nambia’s housing needs. The company recently announces its plan to spend over USD 696,000 in constructing and upgrading houses in an informal settlement in Windhoek – the nation’s capital. The construction will kick-off at Windhoek’s Katutura and Otjomuise townships before moving to other towns. Beneficiaries of the project are low…

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…

New Year Message from Africa’s Leaders

Posted on January 7, 2019January 7, 2019 by Gambeta News

A Happy New Year message from the GambetaNews Team! We have compiled some videos of Africa’s leaders wishing you well in the new year. Obviously, we cannot have all 54 videos of Africa’s leaders. It would be too cumbersome. So, we have made a selection that will inspire you. Enjoy! Thank you for being part of our community. Image: GettyImages

FISH RIVER CANYON: AFRICA’S BIGGEST CANYON

Posted on November 1, 2018 by Gambeta News

In our adventure corner for this week, we will be exploring one of Africa’s greatness place to visit. Maybe you don’t know, Africa has some hidden gems that most individuals both living in and out of the continent don’t know about. In this article, we would be exploring the FISH RIVER CANYON. Fish River Canyon, is the second largest canyon worldwide after the Grand Canyon in the USA. It is located in Namibia and form part of…

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…

NAMWATER STAFF THREATENS STRIKE ACTION OVER DELAYED NEGOTIATION

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Gambeta News

NamWater staff is planning to close off taps countrywide if their demand are not met. The lack of quality water in the country is a major problem. This has made workers of Namibia Water Corporation (Namwater) making demand to go on strike if it is not fix. The worker are also unhappy with how the negotiation of their delayed salaries and lack of human resources policies. Meanwhile, the employees on 31 August of this year held a peaceful demonstration…

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