Windhoek allocated N$32m in the fight against hepatitis E menace in the country. These findings were confirmed by the city’s mayor, Muesee Kazapua. The mayor announced during a first breakfast meeting of the municipality with Windhoek media. An outbreak alert of the Hepatitis E virus was declared by Namibia’s Ministry of Health late last year. Ever since two deaths have been reported with more than...

The Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN) reported that Namibia maintains a global reputation for hosting tourists at pocket-friendly costs. According to Bloomberg listing, they ranked Namibia in position as a global destination for international tourists. Gitta Paetzold, the CEO of HAN expressed his delight saying that Namibia has set affordable rates for tourists. Recently, HAN organized a meeting...

On January 30, 2018, African Development Bank issued a statement to encourage African states to invest sufficient capital in infrastructure. When trying to compare other regions and Africa, one will conquer that that have better access to water and facilities. African economy continues to face challenges such as unemployment due to limitations in structural changes. Moreover, the report indicated that...

Are you an expat in Namibia who stays in Windhoek? Well, you might have heard of the rich cultural heritage in Namibia. The fascinating scenes are here for expats and locals. But then, you need to learn the basics. In case you are an expat in Windhoek and you have children, beware that primary education is compulsory. The government of Namibia state that all children between age six and sixteen MUST...

Are you are a lover of the great outdoors? If so Namibia a nation rich in natural wonder and located in southern Africa is worth your while. Bloomberg has listed Namibia as one of the top notch tourist destinations of 2018. Some of the other glamorous locations listed include; Singapore, Chile (Pentagonia), the artistic paradise Abu Dhabi, Borneo and southern Tanzania. The art of timing your...

To many people around the world, Sub- Sahara Africa is a no-go region especially when one thinks in investment and entrepreneurship lines of thought. However to informed business minded people this region has endless great investment opportunities. Efforts have started to play off in African countries to diversify the economy in order to maintain a steady economic growth.  These calls are aimed at...

John /Awaseb, the Erongo regional education director, pleaded with parents who wanted slots for their children in other classes other than grades 1, 8 and 11 to come back from January 15th. /Awaseb told parents who were waiting at his office to allow his office handle the placement matters step by step. Some parents had visited his office to follow up the placement issues for their children. /Awaseb...

On January 9th, 2018, it was unanimously agreed that Windhoek and Kingston be twinned. This was after a joint vote and agreement in support of the bid by THE Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC). The diplomatic channels from Windhoek were on the forefront to witness the twinning. Therefore, the experts expect to see historical and cultural ties between the two cities soon enhanced. The...

The Third edition of Bauma ConExpo Africa will take place between March 13th and 16th 2018.  The event will take place in Johannesburg, and more than 600 exhibitors are expected to attend. The area of Johannesburg Expo center is 68,000 square meters, and it will be used for the event. The expo entails trade fair for construction vehicles, building materials, construction, and mining machinery. Both...

Windhoek is vastly known for its impressive and conspicuous cleanliness making it one of the cleanest cities in Africa. The capital city of Namibia has more remarkable facts apart from just being clean that makes is one of the good towns in Africa. Here are the eight points that make the town to be liked by many. Katutura According to the locals, the name Katutura means not wanting to associate with...