Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Nangolo Mbumba has urged Namibians to prioritise road safety this Easter weekend by driving responsibly and showing respect towards law enforcement officers. “Steer clear of any conduct that is hurtful towards the interests of other Namibians, drive safely, and show respect towards law enforcement officers. I also encourage law enforcement to redouble...
By Surihe Gaomas-Guchu Whether you’re out socializing, enjoying yourself at a party, spending quality time with loved ones this coming Easter long weekend, Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) encourages the public to consume alcohol in moderation and in a responsible manner. As part of NBL’s ongoing Take a Second responsible consumption campaign, let’s take a minute...
The leader of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters’ (NEEF), Kalimbo Iipumbu, who is also the headman of Epyenene village, urged those in positions of power to use them for the prosperity of the country and its people. Iipumbu made these remarks during the country’s 34th Independence anniversary celebration at Epyenene village. Celebrating Independence Day at...
One thing is for sure, in Namibia, corporates are finding their rhythm in the proverbial dance with ESG. It is all we hear about at tables of influence and has become an increasingly key part of business strategy, as entities continue to lean towards responsible business. Yes, sure, we could say that the global buzz...
Amandelbult and Mototolo achieve IRMA 50 and IRMA 75, respectively SEATTLE, Feb. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today the Initiative for Responsible Mining (IRMA) released the audits of Anglo American’s Amandelbult and Mototolo PGM operations against the IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining. Independent audit firm ERM-CVS assessed Amandelbult at IRMA 50 and Mototolo at IRMA...
Researchers at KFSH&RC & KAUST Discover Gene Responsible for Reproduction of the Most Dangerous Malaria Strain King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center – Riyadh RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a major scientific breakthrough, a research team from King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC), in collaboration with King...
Brewing company, Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL), has initiated a compelling campaign titled “Take a Second,” aimed at urging the public to conscientiously reconsider their alcohol consumption habits. This campaign strives to cultivate a more responsible approach to drinking and instigate positive societal shifts concerning alcohol consumption across local communities. This campaign, spearheaded by NBL Corporate...
Business Reporter THE Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, has stated that his ministry is hard at work to ensure that sustainability is restored to malfunctioning Public Enterprises (PE’s), such as TransNamib and the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor). The Public Enterprises Minister emphasized that board members and management have to be...
Health minister Kalumbi Shangula has blamed the Public Procurement Act for the egregious lack of medicines and clinical supplies in public health facilities. Shangula was questioned on the matter by Popular Democratic Movement parliamentarian Elma Dienda in early November. Shangula on Thursday in the National Assembly said that the Public Procurement Act requires the ministry...