Namibia has formally commenced trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) during a ceremony at the Walvis Bay Salt Warehouse. Hosted by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, the event celebrated the shipment of Namibia’s first consignment—salt—as it joins the continental initiative designed to liberalize trade among 54 nations. Executive Director Penda Naanda underscored the importance of the appointment, stating, “This marks the beginning of Namibia’s active […]

Namibia Qualifications Authority More than 3,000 Grade 9, 11, and 12 learners in the Khomas Region are expected to attend a three-day career guidance fair hosted by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA), Khomas Regional Council, and #BeFree Youth Campus from 16 to 18 July at the Sam Nujoma Stadium. Themed “Future Ready: Charting Paths to Success and Opportunity,” the initiative provides credible, accurate information on further education, TVET, and accredited institutions […]

Professor Anicia Peters The CEO of the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST), Professor Anicia Peters, presented the country’s Artificial Intelligence Readiness Assessment (AI RAM) report at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI held from 24–27 June 2025 in Bangkok. The forum brought together international stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, and civil society, to discuss the implementation of UNESCO’s 2021 Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial […]