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  In a recent discussion, digital marketing and brand specialist Scharlarco Visagie unpacked the dynamics shaping influencer marketing today. According to Visagie, many brands continue to work with familiar influencers because “if it’s not broken, why fix it?” He explained that the recycling of influencers happens because companies want to leverage proven engagement and audiences. Visagie pointed out that the cycle is also driven by influencers themselves, who tend to […]

Health Minister, Dr.  Esperance Luvindao The Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr.  Esperance Luvindao, has announced that 11 private-sector doctors have volunteered to provide pro bono evening care at Katutura Health Centre. Starting this week, the doctors will work from 17:00 to 23:00 to help reduce long patient wait times and alleviate strain on public health staff. Katutura Health Centre, one of Windhoek’s busiest facilities, has faced continuous overcrowding due to […]

  The National Cricket Stadium, a state-of-the-art N$85 million project launched in March 2023, is rapidly approaching completion, with finishing touches scheduled to wrap up by the end of August, according to Cricket Namibia CEO Johan Muller. The facility, located next to the Hage Geingob Rugby Stadium, will host both the 2026 ICC Under‑19 Men’s World Cup and the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, which Namibia will co‑host with […]

  Following Namibia having launched its first export consignment under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) from Walvis Bay, the nation is now officially open for intra-African trade—granting access to a market of over 1.3 billion consumers. Minister Selma Ashipala‑Musavyi handed over the trading certificate during the ceremony, marking Namibia’s readiness to engage in one of Africa’s largest trade pacts. Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence, Salomo Hei, welcomed the development […]

FNB Namibia has launched its 2025 annual pricing structure, introducing measures to make banking more affordable and accessible. Effective today, the bank has eliminated all fees on local card swipes—a first in the Namibian market. According to FNB Group Communication Manager Kirsty Watermeyer, the zero-fee swipe policy is part of a broader strategy to foster financial inclusion and promote digital banking. “Banking should be simple, fair, and aligned with the […]

Photo: Standard Bank Facebook   Standard Bank Namibia has committed N$10 million to community development projects this year, focusing on health, education, housing, and socio-economic growth. The bank has invested over N$35 million in Corporate Social Investment (CSI) over the past five years. At a ceremony attended by government and community representatives, CEO Erwin Tjipuka handed over N$3.5 million to Deputy Minister of Urban and Rural Development Evelyn !Nowases‑Taeyele. The funds support the Buy‑a‑Brick […]

Economic growth slowed to 2.7% in the first quarter of 2025, compared to 4.8% a year ago, the central bank’s Quarterly Bulletin shows. Sandra Garises, Principal Communications Team Leader, says softer growth was due to weaker farming output and uneven performance in mining and manufacturing. Despite this, the services sector held firm, inflation edged up to 3.7%, and foreign reserves declined amid rising outflows for oil exploration in the Orange […]

Human Resources expert Tuuda Haitula is urging students to choose their courses wisely and not just rush for free tertiary education slots. Haitula says career choices should match students’ strengths and the needs of the local workforce, highlighting critical areas like STEM, healthcare, and education.    play_arrow Expert Urges Students to Pick Courses Wisely Leonard Witbeen The post Expert Urges Students to Pick Courses Wisely first appeared on Future Media […]

The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) today urged all salaried individuals and pensioners to submit their tax returns by the end of the day, warning that no deadline extension will be granted. According to NamRA’s Manager for Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagements, Tonateni Shidhudhu, taxpayers can use the online portal or visit local offices for assistance. Filings submitted after the deadline may incur penalties and interest charges. NamRA has been running a […]