The Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA) says despite the high rate of unemployment in the country, the 2024–2025 budget failed to make provision for employment creation. Secretary General of TUCNA Mahongora Kavihuha says the government needs to play an active role in both the economy and employment creation. “In this whole book, there is...
EPUKIRO RC: The Epukiro RC Metsweding community has called on Namibbeton Road Contractors to employ 70 per cent of the youth in the area in exchange for using their water and gravel resources. In a letter addressed to Okarukambe constituency councillor Rocco Nguvauva on Thursday, the community asked the company to fulfil its social responsibility...
The labour ministry announced on Friday that the National Integrated Employment Information System (NIEIS) is currently down for repairs. “In response to the current technical challenges faced by NIEIS, the ministry is diligently engaged in enhancing the system’s operational capabilities,” noted the ministry. The ministry said it would not penalise any employers who miss system...
Maria David THE Namibian Police Force (NamPol) is expected to recruit 70 police reservists during their current recruitment process, where they plan to employ 1 700 cadets. NamPol Inspector-General Joseph Shikongo mentioned during the community meeting held in Oshakati on Wednesday that each region will witness the recruitment of five reservists. Shikongo explained that out...
Lack of job opportunities and economic hardships motivate Namibians to use their creativity and start businesses on the streets of Windhoek. Luwien Basson, 37, makes living room table sets from recycled tyres to make ends meet. From old tyres to comfortable sofas, furniture sets for your home. Luwien Basson got tired of sitting at home...
Vice President Nangolo Mbumba is actively calling on both the public and private sectors to open up employment avenues for 2,989 graduates from the National Youth Service (NYS). This appeal was emphasised in a statement delivered by the Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service, Agnes Tjongarero, on his behalf at the pass-out parade of...
THE Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security says recent media reports that short-term employment permits are now available at various border posts are incorrect. This comes after a local publication reported that various points of entry into Namibia have received authorisation to issue short-term employment permits without applicants having to travel to the...
The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation has launched the Youth Employment Tax Incentive and National Internship. The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has allocated N$126 million to the programme. Through this, the government is set to create 5,071 jobs. Launching the programme, the Minister of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Itah...