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They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-----] [#](/creator/twitter::515419024/interactions)  - [--] Week [------] -28% - [--] Month [-------] +32% - [--] Months [---------] -24% - [--] Year [---------] -11% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::515419024/posts_active)  - [--] Week [---] +40% - [--] Month [---] +40% - [--] Months [-----] +13% - [--] Year [-----] -12% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::515419024/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +0.03% - [--] Month [------] +0.13% - [--] Months [------] +0.57% - [--] Year [------] +3% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::515419024/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) 100% [finance](/list/finance) 24.8% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 5.6% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 1.6% [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands) 1.6% [stocks](/list/stocks) 0.8% [currencies](/list/currencies) 0.8% [exchanges](/list/exchanges) 0.8% **Social topic influence** [namibia](/topic/namibia) #187, [observer](/topic/observer) #70, [investment](/topic/investment) 9.6%, [in the](/topic/in-the) 7.2%, [south africa](/topic/south-africa) #2924, [cape town](/topic/cape-town) #651, [countries](/topic/countries) 4%, [botswana](/topic/botswana) #339, [bank of](/topic/bank-of) #826, [staff](/topic/staff) #2119 **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@rodneycloete](/creator/undefined) [@nochangemyboss](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [BHP Group Limited (BHP)](/topic/$bhp) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Mobile Telecommunications (MTC) in partnership with Letshego Namibia launched the Taamba Maris instant loan service this morning. The service will be offered through MTC Maris a mobile financial services provider which is a subsidiary of MTC Namibia" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/1950847480175677724) 2025-07-31T09:14Z 58.4K followers, 27.9K engagements "BHP Group Limited has lifted its copper production guidance for the [----] financial year after strong operational performance and firm commodity prices during the half year ended [--] December [----]. In its operational review the mining group said copper https://f.mtr.cool/ceheowwzua https://f.mtr.cool/ceheowwzua" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2013997377804238974) 2026-01-21T15:29Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Barloworld Limited has confirmed that its ordinary shares will be delisted from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and A2X following the completion of a compulsory acquisition by Newco. The company said Newco exercised its rights under Section 124(1) https://f.mtr.cool/tvhxuoznda https://f.mtr.cool/tvhxuoznda" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2015794967776547073) 2026-01-26T14:32Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Truworths International Limited has reported steady performance for the 26-week period ended [--] December [----]. Truworths says it remains cautiously optimistic about its outlook for the [----] financial year. https://f.mtr.cool/kffgbqgaky https://f.mtr.cool/kffgbqgaky" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2015795529276412088) 2026-01-26T14:34Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "B2Gold Corp will release its fourth-quarter and full-year [----] financial results together with its [----] production and cost guidance after the close of North American markets on [--] February. The Vancouver-based gold producer said its senior https://f.mtr.cool/vkrbljejmp https://f.mtr.cool/vkrbljejmp" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2016168436343136315) 2026-01-27T15:16Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "20Twenty Financial Solutions has issued its first sustainability-linked note marking a milestone in Namibias debt market and securing funding to expand access to homeownership. The issuance follows the launch of the companys https://f.mtr.cool/qfvwejfqeg https://f.mtr.cool/qfvwejfqeg" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2016453812358115377) 2026-01-28T10:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Employees at the National Youth Council (NYC) are questioning why newly appointed interim executive chairperson Patience Masua ordered a personal selection of snacks worth more than N$4 [---] as office refreshments during her second week in office. https://f.mtr.cool/xqlatuypyg https://f.mtr.cool/xqlatuypyg" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2017133327258444046) 2026-01-30T07:10Z 58.4K followers, 49K engagements "As we move deeper into [----] the identity of the young Namibian professional is undergoing a quiet but radical transformation. We are no longer defined simply by the degrees we hold or the offices we occupy; we are defined by the complexity of the burdens https://f.mtr.cool/xkntxwwlhf https://f.mtr.cool/xkntxwwlhf" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2017210287133249769) 2026-01-30T12:16Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Bank of Namibia (BoN) was scheduled to return to the market on Thursday with a treasury bill auction totalling N$1.51 billion across the 91- 182- 273- and 364-day maturities. According to Simonis Storm system liquidity rose https://f.mtr.cool/mwtzpjpygg https://f.mtr.cool/mwtzpjpygg" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2017244073925444092) 2026-01-30T14:30Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "Stimulus Investments Limited has sold a 7.2% stake in Cymot Investments (Pty) Ltd and renewed a cautionary notice to shareholders. In a voluntary update issued on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE) the Namibia-incorporated https://f.mtr.cool/yzgwvxejon https://f.mtr.cool/yzgwvxejon" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2017938451346129296) 2026-02-01T12:29Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board has identified the Namibia Berries Blueberry Project as a driver of agricultural diversification rural development and job creation in the Kavango East Region. The project is located in Divundu and https://f.mtr.cool/ascmgjmwsd https://f.mtr.cool/ascmgjmwsd" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2018602762917773379) 2026-02-03T08:29Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Simonis Storm says credit and liquidity data for December [----] show that monetary easing is continuing to filter through to the real economy although at a measured and uneven pace as once-off liquidity effects linked to the Eurobond redemption fade. https://f.mtr.cool/xuypfptxou https://f.mtr.cool/xuypfptxou" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2018658717038788995) 2026-02-03T12:11Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Pepkor Holdings Limited reported a 12.9% increase in group revenue from continuing operations to N$29.9 billion for the three months ended [--] December 2025.The growth was supported by acquisitions strong credit growth and improved trading across https://f.mtr.cool/taktdrdnws https://f.mtr.cool/taktdrdnws" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2018675703755972901) 2026-02-03T13:19Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The National Youth Council of Namibia (NYC) has appointed former school principal Mzingisi Gqwede (second from left - front row) as its new acting director. Gqwede was officially introduced to staff by interim executive chairperson Patience Masua on Tuesday. The council welcomed" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2018781592626606311) 2026-02-03T20:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The winds of change are not coming; they are here. Across our nation from the bustling streets of Windhoek to the tranquil vistas of the Zambezi a digital revolution is reshaping how we live connect and do business. For the insurance industry this https://f.mtr.cool/agrfemznce https://f.mtr.cool/agrfemznce" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019064622234382608) 2026-02-04T15:04Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Shoprite Group reported higher sales for the six months ended [--] December [----] with merchandise sales from continuing operations rising 7.2% to about N$136.8 billion. This compares with restated sales of N$127.6 https://f.mtr.cool/wkxjcgzcnv https://f.mtr.cool/wkxjcgzcnv" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019081227932676205) 2026-02-04T16:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "International relations and trade minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says senior diplomats will mentor younger officers as part of internal reforms to professionalise Namibias foreign service. The minister made the remarks during her ministrys https://f.mtr.cool/jkjevmrrti https://f.mtr.cool/jkjevmrrti" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019327774234759624) 2026-02-05T08:30Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has endorsed Angolas main opposition party the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA) for the countrys [----] national elections. The endorsement was delivered by IPC national general https://f.mtr.cool/kiiqthednm https://f.mtr.cool/kiiqthednm" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019328292721934638) 2026-02-05T08:32Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Kenyas high commissioner to Namibia Florence Chepngetich Koske-Bore has handed over copies of her letters of credence. The documents were received by the minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi on Wednesday. Photo: MIRT #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019341093221917076) 2026-02-05T09:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Community members traditional authorities educators youth civil society groups small and medium enterprises and regional leaders from Kavango East and West and the Zambezi regions met in Rundu on Wednesday to discuss the draft Cybercrime Bill. The Ministry of Information" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019344786692727241) 2026-02-05T09:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "and Communication Technology is finalising the bill. The Cybercrime Bill seeks to protect Namibians online by criminalising offences such as online fraud identity theft cyberbullying hacking online exploitation and other digital crimes. Source: MICT #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019344792023650780) 2026-02-05T09:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibia imported corrugated iron worth N$6 million in December [----]. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) most of the corrugated iron imports were sourced from South Africa and China. On the other hand the value of corrugated iron exports during the period under" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019347672059248951) 2026-02-05T09:49Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "OBSERVER COASTAL Namibia could position itself as Africas leading hub for the engineering and servicing of floating production storage and offloading vessels (FPSO) with China identified as a key strategic partner to drive the plan according to a new https://f.mtr.cool/xcssdytokd https://f.mtr.cool/xcssdytokd" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019398231977804272) 2026-02-05T13:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Petroleum Amendment Bill is back before the National Assembly retabled on Wednesday by the Minister of Industries Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse. On paper it is presented as a technical adjustment to Namibias petroleum governance framework. https://f.mtr.cool/cnfnuduinq https://f.mtr.cool/cnfnuduinq" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019408023572168932) 2026-02-05T13:49Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Every system of governance that is born without clarity about the role of each actor creates a silent war within the state. That war makes no noise but it paralyses the country. As Namibia formally opens the three arms of the state namely the executive https://f.mtr.cool/fadyvttzyo https://f.mtr.cool/fadyvttzyo" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019408336148394425) 2026-02-05T13:50Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Andrada Mining Limited has cleared the main conditions required to unlock the first US dollar investment under its earn-in agreement with BWCAM Limited for the development of the Brandberg West project in Namibia. The company said the conditions were https://f.mtr.cool/lihmkabxuo https://f.mtr.cool/lihmkabxuo" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019408839024504863) 2026-02-05T13:52Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Celsius Resources Limited was required this week to request a halt in the trading of its securities on the Australian Securities Exchange after discovering errors in certain cleansing notices issued by the company. The company said the notices incorrectly https://f.mtr.cool/wqznaogbpb https://f.mtr.cool/wqznaogbpb" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019412804852220166) 2026-02-05T14:08Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "South Africa has formally acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank marking its official entry into the Banks membership. The move follows the South African Parliaments approval https://f.mtr.cool/hitttipege https://f.mtr.cool/hitttipege" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019413331518411236) 2026-02-05T14:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "BUILT FOR ONE Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani has questioned why the Ministry of Industries Mines and Energy should no longer oversee the oil and gas sector. Speaking yesterday in the National Assembly Venaani warned against changing laws to suit individual" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019418647975117020) 2026-02-05T14:31Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "leaders. He made the remarks during a debate on the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill which was tabled by minister of industries mines and energy Modestus Amutse. The proposed amendment would give Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah the authority to grant renew or" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019418652551131265) 2026-02-05T14:31Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namcor in partnership with SBM Offshore and the Namibia Youth Energy Forum hosted an FPSO masterclass at the Namcor Auditorium on Tuesday. The session was facilitated by Thomas Lorin FPSO Framing Manager at SBM Offshore. It focused on Floating https://f.mtr.cool/nntgovesvk https://f.mtr.cool/nntgovesvk" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019424762099831007) 2026-02-05T14:55Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Glencore plc has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the US-backed Orion Critical Mineral Consortium for the possible sale of a 40% stake in its Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) mining assets. The agreement covers Mutanda Mining https://f.mtr.cool/vxgshuknhw https://f.mtr.cool/vxgshuknhw" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019425140866507166) 2026-02-05T14:57Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Foschini Group Limited has reported modest sales growth for the third quarter of its [----] financial year as tough consumer conditions in South Africa continued to limit discretionary spending. In a trading update covering the nine months https://f.mtr.cool/mybvazortl https://f.mtr.cool/mybvazortl" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019425386908577805) 2026-02-05T14:58Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Former interim board chairperson of the National Youth Council (NYC) Kennedy Kariseb has been promoted to associate dean of the School of Law at the University of Namibia (Unam). His appointment will run from February [----] to December [----]. #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019462948024918082) 2026-02-05T17:27Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested two people in connection with alleged corrupt practices linked to the Association of Local Authorities in Namibia (ALAN) congress held in Katima Mulilo in November [----]. The suspects Mathilde Elizabeth Isaaks and Anton Willem" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019659368959209541) 2026-02-06T06:28Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "GLITCH The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has detected a problem with duplicated tax returns affecting some taxpayers on its Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS). NamRA said the problem which involves the duplication of submitted tax returns was identified on Monday" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019673369499906310) 2026-02-06T07:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "NamRAs chief for strategic communications and support engagements Yarukeekuro Ndorokazesaid on Thursday its technical team is working to resolve it. He advised taxpayers not to submit any outstanding duplicated tax returns while the issue is being addressed" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019673375178912146) 2026-02-06T07:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The High Court has ruled that the Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust was properly served with procurement review papers by email and failed to prove that it did not receive them. The court this week dismissed a procurement review https://f.mtr.cool/cqcnindutx https://f.mtr.cool/cqcnindutx" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019748259464454221) 2026-02-06T12:21Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "YOUNG OBSERVER In the quiet symmetry of history February has once again become a month of memory for Namibia. Within days of one another the nation marked the passing of two towering figures whose lives shaped the moral political and https://f.mtr.cool/vkneamrpff https://f.mtr.cool/vkneamrpff" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019758789830832304) 2026-02-06T13:03Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi urged members of the Namibia Association of Former Ambassadors (NAFA) to closely analyse global developments and advise the ministry on issues of strategic importance. https://f.mtr.cool/wgstkqkstc https://f.mtr.cool/wgstkqkstc" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019778842127139134) 2026-02-06T14:22Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "OPINION As engineers we are trained to think in systems. We analyse problems design solutions test assumptions and measure outcomes. We value clarity evidence and continuous improvement. From this professional lens one conclusion becomes https://f.mtr.cool/hzwffhxpjc https://f.mtr.cool/hzwffhxpjc" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019794078200721645) 2026-02-06T15:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibia says it has not issued a no objection for Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.It says it will only do so once downstream concerns are addressed and South Africa makes firm commitments. The Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries https://f.mtr.cool/utzcyajrnk https://f.mtr.cool/utzcyajrnk" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019794079106658537) 2026-02-06T15:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "OPINION Does anybody actually live here asked our most recent friends from Germany who were absolutely stunned by the very majestic and mesmerising landscapes our Country gets to subtly boast about. A desert stretched out by 2000km https://f.mtr.cool/kzhenxymam https://f.mtr.cool/kzhenxymam" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020045265340657664) 2026-02-07T08:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "TotalEnergies says offshore oil production in Namibia could begin around [----] or [----] subject to regulatory approvals and the timing of a final investment decision. The timeline was outlined by Gabin Poizat press officer for exploration and https://f.mtr.cool/lvfeuilpjh https://f.mtr.cool/lvfeuilpjh" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020060479624769610) 2026-02-07T09:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwahs warning about the rising incidents of crime targeting tourists should be taken with the seriousness it deserves. Speaking at the opening of the Legal Year at the Supreme Court the President correctly noted that such https://f.mtr.cool/jisndnqttv https://f.mtr.cool/jisndnqttv" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020060541830459679) 2026-02-07T09:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "BREAKING Ondangwa regional prosecutor Justine Shiweda has died. Shiweda was shot and attacked with a corrosive substance in October last year and has been in hospital since. Oshana police chief inspector Fredrick Ndjadila could not immediately confirm the death. He said he" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020068793754546429) 2026-02-07T09:35Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "was on his way to the hospital. I am just entering the hospital now Ndjadila said when contacted by the Windhoek Observer on Saturday. This is a developing story. Source: Namibia Law #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020068799215501414) 2026-02-07T09:35Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibia recorded a trade deficit of N$393 million in December [----] a sharp improvement from the N$4.4 billion deficit recorded in November [----]. On a year-on-year basis the country posted a trade surplus of N$297 million according to data released https://f.mtr.cool/hwkeruhlgc https://f.mtr.cool/hwkeruhlgc" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020075486714446031) 2026-02-07T10:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "CONFIRMED Oshana police commander Commissioner Naftal Lungameni has confirmed the death of Ondangwa regional prosecutor Justine Shiweda. Lungameni said Shiweda died on Saturday morning at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek. He added that a charge of murder will be added" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020078599601287272) 2026-02-07T10:14Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibias residential property market showed mixed results in the final quarter of [----] according to the latest FNB House Price Index report. House price growth remained modest due to weak economic https://f.mtr.cool/ojpdpkmxzm https://f.mtr.cool/ojpdpkmxzm" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020090806153982192) 2026-02-07T11:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibia will present a range of investment-ready mining opportunities at the [----] Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) announced on Thursday. The mining sector is supported by a https://f.mtr.cool/ulbmbxkjqx https://f.mtr.cool/ulbmbxkjqx" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020129702531260497) 2026-02-07T13:37Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "YOUNG OBSERVER If you walk through the streets of Windhoek today you are not merely navigating a city; you are moving through the physical expression of an intellectual miracle. The independence we inhabit did not https://f.mtr.cool/zmxtaeunkq https://f.mtr.cool/zmxtaeunkq" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020407654426759629) 2026-02-08T08:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Letshego Holdings Namibia Limited has appointed Christoffer Chipeio as an independent non-executive director effective [--] February [----]. The company said the appointment was made in line with Rule [----] of the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX) listing https://f.mtr.cool/yffmvujleb https://f.mtr.cool/yffmvujleb" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020476924091384215) 2026-02-08T12:36Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "OPINION We are too few to be poor is and has been one of the famous catchphrases of the president of the eighth administration of the Republic of Namibia. Yours Truly Ideologically indeed this catchphrase has been given serious reflection https://f.mtr.cool/qkpfddqnzf https://f.mtr.cool/qkpfddqnzf" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020507377468919963) 2026-02-08T14:37Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Tunisian ambassador to Namibia Karima Bardaoui handed over her copies of letters of credence to minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi on Friday. Photo: MIRT #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020769425688088635) 2026-02-09T07:59Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "US ambassador to Namibia John Giordano says US investment in Namibia can support responsible mining and create jobs. Giordano said US companies and investors can bring technical expertise innovation and experience in responsible resource management that can support economic" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020770205472039059) 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "growth in Namibia and the region. Giordano said critical minerals have taken on new importance in an era shaped by artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. In the AI era critical minerals can no longer be considered simply as commodities. They are strategic inputs" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020770211960602704) 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [--] engagements "for energy supply advanced manufacturing digital technologies and national security for the United States Namibia and the world he said on the sidelines of the [----] Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town over the weekend. The Investing in African Mining Indaba" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020770217002180859) 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "runs from [--] to [--] February [----] in Cape Town South Africa and brings together governments investors and mining companies to discuss mining investment and development across the continent. Reporter: Justicia Shipena Photo: US Embassy in Namibia #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020770222165409993) 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [--] engagements "The chief executive officer of Nigerian energy investment company Gas Invest Ltd David Ige met with Namibias ambassador to Nigeria Walde Natangwe Ndevashiya last week to discuss potential investment opportunities in Namibias energy sector. The meeting focused on" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020774669679513962) 2026-02-09T08:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibias plans to expand and commercialise its energy value chain with specific attention paid to the development of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The discussions explored how LNG could become a key growth area for Namibia. Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020774676180685095) 2026-02-09T08:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has urged the public and farming communities not to panic as neighbouring countries experience foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks. She said the government is preparing measures to prevent the disease from entering Namibia. Last week" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020779406449422541) 2026-02-09T08:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "veterinary authorities in Botswana confirmed an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease at a village in the northeastern part of the country. Zaamwani said the government will issue a statement detailing the steps put in place to protect the country from FMD. She made these remarks" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020779414301392930) 2026-02-09T08:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "CONSTITUTION DAY Namibia today marks [--] years since the adoption of its Constitution. This years Constitution Day is commemorated under the theme Honouring our constitutional legacy: unity liberty and justice. The Constitution was drafted by a 72-member Constituent Assembly" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020783834753581186) 2026-02-09T08:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "led by the late president Hage Geingob. Geingob served as chairperson of the assembly. Parliament said in a statement this morning that Constitution Day reminds citizens to reflect on the values of the Constitution. The day also encourages people to uphold democracy good" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020783839505764463) 2026-02-09T08:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "governance and the rule of law as Namibia moves forward. Reporter: Renthia Kaimbi Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020783845621084310) 2026-02-09T08:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi on Sunday toured the Trans-Kalahari/Mamuno One-Stop Border Post. He stressed the importance of smooth and efficient cross-border trade. Masisi's visit precedes his scheduled public lecture at the University of Namibia's main campus" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020789960765280367) 2026-02-09T09:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "tonight. The lecture will focus on Namibia-Botswana relations with attention paid to the historical political and socioeconomic ties between the two neighbouring countries. Reporter: Justicia Shipena Photos: NamRA #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020789965576126574) 2026-02-09T09:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The death of Ondangwa regional control prosecutor Justine Shiweda has left Namibians shaken and many within the justice system fear for their safety. Shiweda died on Saturday at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek where she had been hospitalised since https://www.observer24.com.na/namibia-weeps-for-prosecutor-shiweda/ https://www.observer24.com.na/namibia-weeps-for-prosecutor-shiweda/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020792399409144082) 2026-02-09T09:30Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "Japan has launched a new grant-funded project to strengthen the resilience of farming communities affected by drought in Namibia with a focus on long-term food security and climate-smart agriculture. The project titled Enhancing resilience of farming https://www.observer24.com.na/japan-funds-new-project-to-support-drought-affected-farmers/ https://www.observer24.com.na/japan-funds-new-project-to-support-drought-affected-farmers/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020840501520519565) 2026-02-09T12:41Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibia is mourning but mourning alone is not enough. The death of Justine Shiweda a public prosecutor who died from injuries sustained in a brutal targeted attack should leave this nation shaken to its moral core. She did not die of illness. https://www.observer24.com.na/justine-shiweda-did-not-have-to-die-not-like-this/ https://www.observer24.com.na/justine-shiweda-did-not-have-to-die-not-like-this/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020840993378197629) 2026-02-09T12:43Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "OPINIONIf Namibias challenges could be solved by replacing older leaders with younger ones the country would already be on a dramatically different trajectory. Youth unemployment would be falling institutions would be stronger and https://www.observer24.com.na/turning-point-namibias-youth-debate-is-asking-the-wrong-question/ https://www.observer24.com.na/turning-point-namibias-youth-debate-is-asking-the-wrong-question/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020850611013423547) 2026-02-09T13:21Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The continued occurrence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Southern Africa is a major concern the Namibia Agricultural Union (NAU) has said. The union says FMD poses a serious risk to livestock livelihoods and the wider economy. Namibias cattle https://www.observer24.com.na/nau-warns-of-fmd-risk-as-regional-cases-rise/ https://www.observer24.com.na/nau-warns-of-fmd-risk-as-regional-cases-rise/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020856358770278849) 2026-02-09T13:44Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "TotalEnergies has signed agreements to acquire a 42.5% operated interest in the PEL104 exploration licence offshore Namibia from Eight Offshore Investments Holdings and Maravilla Oil & Gas. https://www.observer24.com.na/totalenergies-takes-operatorship-of-pel104/ https://www.observer24.com.na/totalenergies-takes-operatorship-of-pel104/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020876712129572923) 2026-02-09T15:05Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Bank of Namibia has on Monday awarded bursaries to seven students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in economics data science mathematics and statistics and Education. The beneficiaries are Christie Hanse Lusina Shipopyeni Benjamin Mabuku Jeremiah Links" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2020904605463245175) 2026-02-09T16:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Standard Bank Namibia has appointed Helena Mboti as its new group economist. Mboti brings ten years of experience in central banking and commercial banking. Her background spans macroeconomic policy financial markets and balance-sheet risk. https://www.observer24.com.na/standard-bank-appoints-helena-mboti-as-group-economist/ https://www.observer24.com.na/standard-bank-appoints-helena-mboti-as-group-economist/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021130557367673003) 2026-02-10T07:54Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Anglo American has reaffirmed its plan to separate De Beers through a dual-track process according to the groups production report for the fourth quarter ended [--] December [----]. De Beers is a 50-50 partner with the Namibian government in Debmarine https://www.observer24.com.na/anglo-american-presses-ahead-with-de-beers-sale/ https://www.observer24.com.na/anglo-american-presses-ahead-with-de-beers-sale/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021142885920342386) 2026-02-10T08:43Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Retired lieutenant general Martin Shalli says the late former cabinet minister and veteran Erkki Nghimtina was a great fighter and leader. Nghimtina died on Sunday at the age of [--]. Shalli said his path was closely linked with Nghimtinas for https://f.mtr.cool/rtnvawwmxr https://f.mtr.cool/rtnvawwmxr" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021205151940231593) 2026-02-10T12:50Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "OPINION February has emerged as a month of reckoning for Namibia a time heavy with memory loss and moral reflection. Within its short span the nation finds itself repeatedly called to pause to mourn and to ask difficult questions about https://f.mtr.cool/srpucquyqt https://f.mtr.cool/srpucquyqt" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021205654543663570) 2026-02-10T12:52Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "An urgent oral question to the Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare in parliament this afternoon. Yesterday ambassadors from various countries presented their letters of credence to the President. Reporter: Justicia Shipena Video: NBC #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021221507658084487) 2026-02-10T13:55Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi has apologised to Namibia over the deaths of the Nchindo brothers. He said both countries must ensure that such an incident never happens again. Masisi made the remarks while speaking at a public lecture on NamibiaBotswana relations" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021236250686935196) 2026-02-10T14:54Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "at the University of Namibia yesterday. Tommy Martin and Wamunyima Nchindo along with their cousin Sinvula Munyeme were shot and killed by the Botswana Defence Force along the Chobe River on [--] November [----]. Photo: Namibia Review #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021236253954396493) 2026-02-10T14:54Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Global asset manager Ninety One expects to complete the South African leg of its acquisition of Sanlam Investment Management Proprietary Limited this week. This marks the start of a long-term strategic relationship with the Sanlam Group. https://f.mtr.cool/ozcqobdmfq https://f.mtr.cool/ozcqobdmfq" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2018338223760515278) 2026-02-02T14:58Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Chamber of Mines of Namibia says gold prices are expected to remain supportive with levels forecast to stay high by historical standards. This should sustain strong margins at operating mines and encourage further investment in mine-life extensions https://f.mtr.cool/aragtyjioq https://f.mtr.cool/aragtyjioq" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2019066060738019558) 2026-02-04T15:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Beifang Mining Technical Services says there is no labour dispute at the Husab Mine and that operations have returned to normality. Beifang said employees have returned to work after complying with a revised shift roster and that operations are https://f.mtr.cool/pcvbjyrfco https://f.mtr.cool/pcvbjyrfco" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021194988877394289) 2026-02-10T12:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Standard Bank Namibia has launched the Sustainability Academy a free online learning platform aimed at helping Namibian businesses build resilience and adopt climate-smart practices. The bank said the academy is designed to close sustainability knowledge https://f.mtr.cool/palpfstdvg https://f.mtr.cool/palpfstdvg" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021206879796433258) 2026-02-10T12:57Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "DRINKING ON THE JOB Affirmative Repositioning (AR) leader Job Amupanda has questioned the serving of alcohol to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during official working hours saying it is not fair for the head of state to be seen drinking on duty. Amupanda asked an" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021221504483021230) 2026-02-10T13:55Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "Bidvest Group Limited has terminated its proposed sale of Bidvest Bank Holdings Limited to Access Bank plc after conditions precedent were not met by the agreed long stop date. Access Bank is seeking a banking licence in Namibia. https://www.observer24.com.na/access-bank-bid-to-buy-bidvest-bank-collapses/ https://www.observer24.com.na/access-bank-bid-to-buy-bidvest-bank-collapses/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021242987888435586) 2026-02-10T15:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Nedbank Group Limited has expanded its Domestic Medium-Term Note programme to R75 billion up from R40 billion following amendments aimed at meeting updated regulatory and disclosure requirements. The bank said the changes are set out in the amended https://www.observer24.com.na/nedbank-group-expands-bond-programme-to-r75-billion/ https://www.observer24.com.na/nedbank-group-expands-bond-programme-to-r75-billion/" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021259508903813311) 2026-02-10T16:26Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will join African leaders in Addis Ababa Ethiopia to discuss key continental issues at the 39th African Union Summit from [--] to [--] February. Leaders will deliberate on peace and security the outcomes of the [----] G20 Summit progress on Agenda" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021853314644599050) 2026-02-12T07:46Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Commission the executive director of the Green Climate Fund and the prime minister of Eswatini. She is expected to return to Namibia on [--] February. Photo: Namibian Presidency #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021853477001949333) 2026-02-12T07:46Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has won the Best New Banknote Series [----] award at the High Security Printing EMEA Regional Awards held in Rabat Morocco this week. The award was presented by Reconnaissance International and recognises currency design innovation and security" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021863248711086507) 2026-02-12T08:25Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "YOUNG OBSERVER February has a way of drawing attention toward love placing it gently at the centre of conversation through symbols that feel both familiar and comforting. Yet beneath the surface of celebration lies a quieter reality shaping the lives https://f.mtr.cool/smfurqkhdj https://f.mtr.cool/smfurqkhdj" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2022255026157011043) 2026-02-13T10:22Z 58.4K followers, [--] engagements "The Namibian middle class is often described as an aspirational group defined by car loans suburban rentals and the quiet prestige of a corporate badge. Yet if you look at the bank statements of most young professionals in Windhoek https://f.mtr.cool/dfbyreduuh https://f.mtr.cool/dfbyreduuh" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2017498041867960454) 2026-01-31T07:19Z 58.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Chamber of Mines of Namibia says the outlook for the countrys mining sector in [----] remains positive and optimistic despite ongoing global economic uncertainty. The chamber said demand fundamentals for key commodities remain supportive. https://f.mtr.cool/kdwirigwec https://f.mtr.cool/kdwirigwec" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2018614913883574423) 2026-02-03T09:17Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements "Minister of industries mines and energy Modestus Amutse signed the Luanda Accord on Monday at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The signing took place during a high-level meeting attended by African leaders. The Luanda Accord aims to increase global demand" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021479719003357307) 2026-02-11T07:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) president Panduleni Itula has called on Parliament to consider a vote of no confidence against President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. He made the call at a press conference held in Windhoek https://f.mtr.cool/btdlqfbkeq https://f.mtr.cool/btdlqfbkeq" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021497399651303598) 2026-02-11T08:11Z 58.4K followers, 10.4K engagements "The High Court on Tuesday ruled that prominent lawyer and former Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) board chairperson Dirk Conradie attempted to divert the awarding of an advertising tender away from the highest-rated bidder. High Court judge Thomas https://f.mtr.cool/aulwdaelpa https://f.mtr.cool/aulwdaelpa" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021502335499767983) 2026-02-11T08:31Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "A delegation from Huawei Technologies Namibia paid a courtesy visit to Windhoek Mayor Sakarias Uunona on Tuesday to discuss possible cooperation in the technology sector. The delegation was led by board director Jason Xu. They presented a proposed smart city framework that" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021556661207674947) 2026-02-11T12:07Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Construction of Namibias first biomass power plant is progressing with the recent arrival of steam drums from China. The N$2.64 billion project is expected to be completed in the first quarter of [----]. NamPower said this week that the Otjikoto Biomass https://f.mtr.cool/bvujzeable https://f.mtr.cool/bvujzeable" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021590177940898144) 2026-02-11T14:20Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has appointed two new members to its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to support its mandate of setting and implementing monetary policy aimed at maintaining price stability. Dr John Steytler has been appointed as the first https://f.mtr.cool/kysjcqtxlp https://f.mtr.cool/kysjcqtxlp" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021594939017084935) 2026-02-11T14:39Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements "VISIT US ambassador to Namibia John Giordano is currently visiting Walvis Bay with senior officials from the US department of energy. The delegation is in the Erongo region to assess developments in Namibias energy sector. They are exploring areas where American expertise" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021621240180674975) 2026-02-11T16:23Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements "Namibia and Gabon held their first business forum in Namibia on Wednesday. The high-level Namibia-Gabon Business Forum focused on strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The event showcased business opportunities in Namibia and promoted the export of Namibian goods" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021832331422490727) 2026-02-12T06:22Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "and services. It also created a platform for business-to-business meetings and highlighted investment opportunities in Gabon. Photos: MIRT #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021832337164578963) 2026-02-12T06:22Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Namibia hosted a session to pitch investment opportunities in mining projects yesterday on the sidelines of the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town South Africa. The session was organised in partnership with Rand Merchant Bank to attract investment and technical" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021846177172324515) 2026-02-12T07:17Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "partners for mining projects. Selected Namibian mining projects were presented to prospective investors financiers and partners. The projects focus on minerals such as lithium copper rare earth elements uranium and graphite. Photo: MIME #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021846353505054821) 2026-02-12T07:18Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "BREAKING Former DTA member of parliament and Caprivi high treason convict Geoffrey Mwilima has died. He passed away this morning at the age of [--]. Mwilima had been released from prison on [--] December on remission. This is a developing story. #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021850521745662210) 2026-02-12T07:35Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements "2063 reforms within the African Union and reform of the United Nations Security Council. The summit will also launch the African Union Theme of the Year [----]. On the sidelines of the summit Nandi-Ndaitwah will hold bilateral meetings with the chairperson of the African Union" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021853401706115351) 2026-02-12T07:46Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The ministerial task force on technical and vocational education and training (TVET) met with Namibia Training Authority (NTA) stakeholders on Wednesday as part of nationwide consultations. The engagement forms part of plans to reform Namibias TVET system. Task force member" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021853775829336106) 2026-02-12T07:47Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Henny Seibeb said the proposed changes aim to address limited progression beyond NQF Level [--] skills gaps in key sectors youth unemployment and concerns about graduate readiness. The task force is chaired by professor Francis Sifiso Nyathi of the Namibia University of Science" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021853814664372248) 2026-02-12T07:48Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) director general Paulus Noa has urged investigators to speed up corruption cases and warned staff not to be distracted by social media activists. Addressing the ACC staff in Windhoek on Wednesday Noa said delays in https://f.mtr.cool/urjllhonzp https://f.mtr.cool/urjllhonzp" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021855627765559613) 2026-02-12T07:55Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "across Europe the Middle East and Africa. Last year BoN introduced a new banknote series together with a new coin series. Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021863251999379535) 2026-02-12T08:25Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements "Mining Commissioner Isabella Chirchir says the formulation of the Minerals Bill is at an advanced stage. Chirchir revealed this on Wednesday during the invest in Namibia session at the Africa Mining Indaba [----] in Cape Town South Africa. We do have a https://f.mtr.cool/dynhstrahb https://f.mtr.cool/dynhstrahb" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021864187761160433) 2026-02-12T08:29Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements "The executive director of the Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (Sasscal) Nelago Indongo has urged staff to focus on their duty and work for the greater good of the organisation. She was speaking at the beginning of a" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021921047344558205) 2026-02-12T12:15Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements "five-day staff retreat in Swakopmund on Monday attended by employees from Angola Botswana Namibia and Zambia. During the retreat which ends tomorrow staff will finalise the Sasscal annual work plan. Photo: Sasscal #WindhoekObserver" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021921050574172495) 2026-02-12T12:15Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Mining commissioner Isabella Chirchir says the formulation of the Minerals Bill is at an advanced stage. Read more: Video: MIME https://f.mtr.cool/sqwabstrxk https://f.mtr.cool/sqwabstrxk" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021921452912460089) 2026-02-12T12:16Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Paratus Group has switched on a new fibre route in East Africa linking Mombasa on Kenyas coast to Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through a terrestrial network. The [--] 000-kilometre Goma-to-Mombasa route runs through Kigali in https://f.mtr.cool/ycjhpmbrfo https://f.mtr.cool/ycjhpmbrfo" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021933850075574409) 2026-02-12T13:06Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Sasol Limited has warned shareholders to expect a sharp drop in earnings for the six months ended [--] December [----] citing weaker commodity prices and higher impairments. The impact was partly offset by operational improvements and cost control. https://f.mtr.cool/lafgikdvsf https://f.mtr.cool/lafgikdvsf" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021934256365178923) 2026-02-12T13:07Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Andrada Mining Limited has signed a cooperation agreement with the European Investment Bank to advance the feasibility study for the Uis Lithium Expansion Project in Namibia. The agreement was concluded through Andradas wholly owned subsidiary Uis Tin https://f.mtr.cool/trnizixhyg https://f.mtr.cool/trnizixhyg" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021958326020423955) 2026-02-12T14:43Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Kulani Energy has acquired key assets from Optipower a former division of Murray & Roberts Limited which is currently in business rescue. The deal was concluded at the end of January [----] through Kulani Energys subsidiary OptiProjects. https://f.mtr.cool/dpzssuncnq https://f.mtr.cool/dpzssuncnq" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2022207010662486161) 2026-02-13T07:11Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "YOUNG OBSERVER February often arrives dressed in a single story about love oe shaped by roses carefully chosen messages and the quiet expectation that romance stands at the center of emotional life. Shop windows glow with promises meant for couples https://f.mtr.cool/fsneitvpda https://f.mtr.cool/fsneitvpda" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2022298444652572900) 2026-02-13T13:14Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Anglo American has started an impairment review of De Beers carrying value citing prolonged weakness in global diamond market conditions and continued pressure on the businesss financial performance. De Beers is a 50/50 partner with the Namibian https://f.mtr.cool/dzkqqnwmbp https://f.mtr.cool/dzkqqnwmbp" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021595206420750351) 2026-02-11T14:40Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Namibia Airports Company Limited (NAC) recorded revenue growth of 6% in the 2024/25 financial year as passenger volumes continued to recover. For the year ended [--] March [----] NACs revenue increased by 6% to N$540 million. The company said the growth https://f.mtr.cool/fwjbstnsjh https://f.mtr.cool/fwjbstnsjh" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2021958073061965994) 2026-02-12T14:42Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "YOUNG OBSERVER For generations before the present one love unfolded within a rhythm that felt recognisable and reassuring a quiet sequence through which education opened the door to employment employment created the ground for stability and stability https://f.mtr.cool/nliwlgyvnl https://f.mtr.cool/nliwlgyvnl" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2022267117437915370) 2026-02-13T11:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements "Geoffrey Jeff Kasume (40) who is accused of killing Regina Kondombolo made his first appearance in the Katutura Magistrates Court in Windhoek on Friday. He faces a charge of murder read with the provisions of the Domestic Violence Act. According to the charge sheet Kasume" [X Link](https://x.com/ObserverNamibia/status/2022300108272881814) 2026-02-13T13:21Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Mobile Telecommunications (MTC) in partnership with Letshego Namibia launched the Taamba Maris instant loan service this morning. The service will be offered through MTC Maris a mobile financial services provider which is a subsidiary of MTC Namibia"
X Link 2025-07-31T09:14Z 58.4K followers, 27.9K engagements
"BHP Group Limited has lifted its copper production guidance for the [----] financial year after strong operational performance and firm commodity prices during the half year ended [--] December [----]. In its operational review the mining group said copper https://f.mtr.cool/ceheowwzua https://f.mtr.cool/ceheowwzua"
X Link 2026-01-21T15:29Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Barloworld Limited has confirmed that its ordinary shares will be delisted from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and A2X following the completion of a compulsory acquisition by Newco. The company said Newco exercised its rights under Section 124(1) https://f.mtr.cool/tvhxuoznda https://f.mtr.cool/tvhxuoznda"
X Link 2026-01-26T14:32Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Truworths International Limited has reported steady performance for the 26-week period ended [--] December [----]. Truworths says it remains cautiously optimistic about its outlook for the [----] financial year. https://f.mtr.cool/kffgbqgaky https://f.mtr.cool/kffgbqgaky"
X Link 2026-01-26T14:34Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"B2Gold Corp will release its fourth-quarter and full-year [----] financial results together with its [----] production and cost guidance after the close of North American markets on [--] February. The Vancouver-based gold producer said its senior https://f.mtr.cool/vkrbljejmp https://f.mtr.cool/vkrbljejmp"
X Link 2026-01-27T15:16Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"20Twenty Financial Solutions has issued its first sustainability-linked note marking a milestone in Namibias debt market and securing funding to expand access to homeownership. The issuance follows the launch of the companys https://f.mtr.cool/qfvwejfqeg https://f.mtr.cool/qfvwejfqeg"
X Link 2026-01-28T10:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Employees at the National Youth Council (NYC) are questioning why newly appointed interim executive chairperson Patience Masua ordered a personal selection of snacks worth more than N$4 [---] as office refreshments during her second week in office. https://f.mtr.cool/xqlatuypyg https://f.mtr.cool/xqlatuypyg"
X Link 2026-01-30T07:10Z 58.4K followers, 49K engagements
"As we move deeper into [----] the identity of the young Namibian professional is undergoing a quiet but radical transformation. We are no longer defined simply by the degrees we hold or the offices we occupy; we are defined by the complexity of the burdens https://f.mtr.cool/xkntxwwlhf https://f.mtr.cool/xkntxwwlhf"
X Link 2026-01-30T12:16Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Bank of Namibia (BoN) was scheduled to return to the market on Thursday with a treasury bill auction totalling N$1.51 billion across the 91- 182- 273- and 364-day maturities. According to Simonis Storm system liquidity rose https://f.mtr.cool/mwtzpjpygg https://f.mtr.cool/mwtzpjpygg"
X Link 2026-01-30T14:30Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Stimulus Investments Limited has sold a 7.2% stake in Cymot Investments (Pty) Ltd and renewed a cautionary notice to shareholders. In a voluntary update issued on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE) the Namibia-incorporated https://f.mtr.cool/yzgwvxejon https://f.mtr.cool/yzgwvxejon"
X Link 2026-02-01T12:29Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board has identified the Namibia Berries Blueberry Project as a driver of agricultural diversification rural development and job creation in the Kavango East Region. The project is located in Divundu and https://f.mtr.cool/ascmgjmwsd https://f.mtr.cool/ascmgjmwsd"
X Link 2026-02-03T08:29Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Simonis Storm says credit and liquidity data for December [----] show that monetary easing is continuing to filter through to the real economy although at a measured and uneven pace as once-off liquidity effects linked to the Eurobond redemption fade. https://f.mtr.cool/xuypfptxou https://f.mtr.cool/xuypfptxou"
X Link 2026-02-03T12:11Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Pepkor Holdings Limited reported a 12.9% increase in group revenue from continuing operations to N$29.9 billion for the three months ended [--] December 2025.The growth was supported by acquisitions strong credit growth and improved trading across https://f.mtr.cool/taktdrdnws https://f.mtr.cool/taktdrdnws"
X Link 2026-02-03T13:19Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The National Youth Council of Namibia (NYC) has appointed former school principal Mzingisi Gqwede (second from left - front row) as its new acting director. Gqwede was officially introduced to staff by interim executive chairperson Patience Masua on Tuesday. The council welcomed"
X Link 2026-02-03T20:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The winds of change are not coming; they are here. Across our nation from the bustling streets of Windhoek to the tranquil vistas of the Zambezi a digital revolution is reshaping how we live connect and do business. For the insurance industry this https://f.mtr.cool/agrfemznce https://f.mtr.cool/agrfemznce"
X Link 2026-02-04T15:04Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Shoprite Group reported higher sales for the six months ended [--] December [----] with merchandise sales from continuing operations rising 7.2% to about N$136.8 billion. This compares with restated sales of N$127.6 https://f.mtr.cool/wkxjcgzcnv https://f.mtr.cool/wkxjcgzcnv"
X Link 2026-02-04T16:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"International relations and trade minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says senior diplomats will mentor younger officers as part of internal reforms to professionalise Namibias foreign service. The minister made the remarks during her ministrys https://f.mtr.cool/jkjevmrrti https://f.mtr.cool/jkjevmrrti"
X Link 2026-02-05T08:30Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has endorsed Angolas main opposition party the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA) for the countrys [----] national elections. The endorsement was delivered by IPC national general https://f.mtr.cool/kiiqthednm https://f.mtr.cool/kiiqthednm"
X Link 2026-02-05T08:32Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Kenyas high commissioner to Namibia Florence Chepngetich Koske-Bore has handed over copies of her letters of credence. The documents were received by the minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi on Wednesday. Photo: MIRT #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-05T09:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Community members traditional authorities educators youth civil society groups small and medium enterprises and regional leaders from Kavango East and West and the Zambezi regions met in Rundu on Wednesday to discuss the draft Cybercrime Bill. The Ministry of Information"
X Link 2026-02-05T09:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"and Communication Technology is finalising the bill. The Cybercrime Bill seeks to protect Namibians online by criminalising offences such as online fraud identity theft cyberbullying hacking online exploitation and other digital crimes. Source: MICT #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-05T09:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibia imported corrugated iron worth N$6 million in December [----]. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) most of the corrugated iron imports were sourced from South Africa and China. On the other hand the value of corrugated iron exports during the period under"
X Link 2026-02-05T09:49Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"OBSERVER COASTAL Namibia could position itself as Africas leading hub for the engineering and servicing of floating production storage and offloading vessels (FPSO) with China identified as a key strategic partner to drive the plan according to a new https://f.mtr.cool/xcssdytokd https://f.mtr.cool/xcssdytokd"
X Link 2026-02-05T13:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Petroleum Amendment Bill is back before the National Assembly retabled on Wednesday by the Minister of Industries Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse. On paper it is presented as a technical adjustment to Namibias petroleum governance framework. https://f.mtr.cool/cnfnuduinq https://f.mtr.cool/cnfnuduinq"
X Link 2026-02-05T13:49Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Every system of governance that is born without clarity about the role of each actor creates a silent war within the state. That war makes no noise but it paralyses the country. As Namibia formally opens the three arms of the state namely the executive https://f.mtr.cool/fadyvttzyo https://f.mtr.cool/fadyvttzyo"
X Link 2026-02-05T13:50Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Andrada Mining Limited has cleared the main conditions required to unlock the first US dollar investment under its earn-in agreement with BWCAM Limited for the development of the Brandberg West project in Namibia. The company said the conditions were https://f.mtr.cool/lihmkabxuo https://f.mtr.cool/lihmkabxuo"
X Link 2026-02-05T13:52Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Celsius Resources Limited was required this week to request a halt in the trading of its securities on the Australian Securities Exchange after discovering errors in certain cleansing notices issued by the company. The company said the notices incorrectly https://f.mtr.cool/wqznaogbpb https://f.mtr.cool/wqznaogbpb"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:08Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"South Africa has formally acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank marking its official entry into the Banks membership. The move follows the South African Parliaments approval https://f.mtr.cool/hitttipege https://f.mtr.cool/hitttipege"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"BUILT FOR ONE Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani has questioned why the Ministry of Industries Mines and Energy should no longer oversee the oil and gas sector. Speaking yesterday in the National Assembly Venaani warned against changing laws to suit individual"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:31Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"leaders. He made the remarks during a debate on the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill which was tabled by minister of industries mines and energy Modestus Amutse. The proposed amendment would give Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah the authority to grant renew or"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:31Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namcor in partnership with SBM Offshore and the Namibia Youth Energy Forum hosted an FPSO masterclass at the Namcor Auditorium on Tuesday. The session was facilitated by Thomas Lorin FPSO Framing Manager at SBM Offshore. It focused on Floating https://f.mtr.cool/nntgovesvk https://f.mtr.cool/nntgovesvk"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:55Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Glencore plc has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the US-backed Orion Critical Mineral Consortium for the possible sale of a 40% stake in its Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) mining assets. The agreement covers Mutanda Mining https://f.mtr.cool/vxgshuknhw https://f.mtr.cool/vxgshuknhw"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:57Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Foschini Group Limited has reported modest sales growth for the third quarter of its [----] financial year as tough consumer conditions in South Africa continued to limit discretionary spending. In a trading update covering the nine months https://f.mtr.cool/mybvazortl https://f.mtr.cool/mybvazortl"
X Link 2026-02-05T14:58Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Former interim board chairperson of the National Youth Council (NYC) Kennedy Kariseb has been promoted to associate dean of the School of Law at the University of Namibia (Unam). His appointment will run from February [----] to December [----]. #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-05T17:27Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested two people in connection with alleged corrupt practices linked to the Association of Local Authorities in Namibia (ALAN) congress held in Katima Mulilo in November [----]. The suspects Mathilde Elizabeth Isaaks and Anton Willem"
X Link 2026-02-06T06:28Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"GLITCH The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has detected a problem with duplicated tax returns affecting some taxpayers on its Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS). NamRA said the problem which involves the duplication of submitted tax returns was identified on Monday"
X Link 2026-02-06T07:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"NamRAs chief for strategic communications and support engagements Yarukeekuro Ndorokazesaid on Thursday its technical team is working to resolve it. He advised taxpayers not to submit any outstanding duplicated tax returns while the issue is being addressed"
X Link 2026-02-06T07:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The High Court has ruled that the Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust was properly served with procurement review papers by email and failed to prove that it did not receive them. The court this week dismissed a procurement review https://f.mtr.cool/cqcnindutx https://f.mtr.cool/cqcnindutx"
X Link 2026-02-06T12:21Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"YOUNG OBSERVER In the quiet symmetry of history February has once again become a month of memory for Namibia. Within days of one another the nation marked the passing of two towering figures whose lives shaped the moral political and https://f.mtr.cool/vkneamrpff https://f.mtr.cool/vkneamrpff"
X Link 2026-02-06T13:03Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi urged members of the Namibia Association of Former Ambassadors (NAFA) to closely analyse global developments and advise the ministry on issues of strategic importance. https://f.mtr.cool/wgstkqkstc https://f.mtr.cool/wgstkqkstc"
X Link 2026-02-06T14:22Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"OPINION As engineers we are trained to think in systems. We analyse problems design solutions test assumptions and measure outcomes. We value clarity evidence and continuous improvement. From this professional lens one conclusion becomes https://f.mtr.cool/hzwffhxpjc https://f.mtr.cool/hzwffhxpjc"
X Link 2026-02-06T15:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibia says it has not issued a no objection for Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.It says it will only do so once downstream concerns are addressed and South Africa makes firm commitments. The Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries https://f.mtr.cool/utzcyajrnk https://f.mtr.cool/utzcyajrnk"
X Link 2026-02-06T15:23Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"OPINION Does anybody actually live here asked our most recent friends from Germany who were absolutely stunned by the very majestic and mesmerising landscapes our Country gets to subtly boast about. A desert stretched out by 2000km https://f.mtr.cool/kzhenxymam https://f.mtr.cool/kzhenxymam"
X Link 2026-02-07T08:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"TotalEnergies says offshore oil production in Namibia could begin around [----] or [----] subject to regulatory approvals and the timing of a final investment decision. The timeline was outlined by Gabin Poizat press officer for exploration and https://f.mtr.cool/lvfeuilpjh https://f.mtr.cool/lvfeuilpjh"
X Link 2026-02-07T09:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwahs warning about the rising incidents of crime targeting tourists should be taken with the seriousness it deserves. Speaking at the opening of the Legal Year at the Supreme Court the President correctly noted that such https://f.mtr.cool/jisndnqttv https://f.mtr.cool/jisndnqttv"
X Link 2026-02-07T09:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"BREAKING Ondangwa regional prosecutor Justine Shiweda has died. Shiweda was shot and attacked with a corrosive substance in October last year and has been in hospital since. Oshana police chief inspector Fredrick Ndjadila could not immediately confirm the death. He said he"
X Link 2026-02-07T09:35Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"was on his way to the hospital. I am just entering the hospital now Ndjadila said when contacted by the Windhoek Observer on Saturday. This is a developing story. Source: Namibia Law #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-07T09:35Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibia recorded a trade deficit of N$393 million in December [----] a sharp improvement from the N$4.4 billion deficit recorded in November [----]. On a year-on-year basis the country posted a trade surplus of N$297 million according to data released https://f.mtr.cool/hwkeruhlgc https://f.mtr.cool/hwkeruhlgc"
X Link 2026-02-07T10:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"CONFIRMED Oshana police commander Commissioner Naftal Lungameni has confirmed the death of Ondangwa regional prosecutor Justine Shiweda. Lungameni said Shiweda died on Saturday morning at Lady Pohamba Private Hospital in Windhoek. He added that a charge of murder will be added"
X Link 2026-02-07T10:14Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibias residential property market showed mixed results in the final quarter of [----] according to the latest FNB House Price Index report. House price growth remained modest due to weak economic https://f.mtr.cool/ojpdpkmxzm https://f.mtr.cool/ojpdpkmxzm"
X Link 2026-02-07T11:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibia will present a range of investment-ready mining opportunities at the [----] Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) announced on Thursday. The mining sector is supported by a https://f.mtr.cool/ulbmbxkjqx https://f.mtr.cool/ulbmbxkjqx"
X Link 2026-02-07T13:37Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"YOUNG OBSERVER If you walk through the streets of Windhoek today you are not merely navigating a city; you are moving through the physical expression of an intellectual miracle. The independence we inhabit did not https://f.mtr.cool/zmxtaeunkq https://f.mtr.cool/zmxtaeunkq"
X Link 2026-02-08T08:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Letshego Holdings Namibia Limited has appointed Christoffer Chipeio as an independent non-executive director effective [--] February [----]. The company said the appointment was made in line with Rule [----] of the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX) listing https://f.mtr.cool/yffmvujleb https://f.mtr.cool/yffmvujleb"
X Link 2026-02-08T12:36Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"OPINION We are too few to be poor is and has been one of the famous catchphrases of the president of the eighth administration of the Republic of Namibia. Yours Truly Ideologically indeed this catchphrase has been given serious reflection https://f.mtr.cool/qkpfddqnzf https://f.mtr.cool/qkpfddqnzf"
X Link 2026-02-08T14:37Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Tunisian ambassador to Namibia Karima Bardaoui handed over her copies of letters of credence to minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi on Friday. Photo: MIRT #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-09T07:59Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"US ambassador to Namibia John Giordano says US investment in Namibia can support responsible mining and create jobs. Giordano said US companies and investors can bring technical expertise innovation and experience in responsible resource management that can support economic"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"growth in Namibia and the region. Giordano said critical minerals have taken on new importance in an era shaped by artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. In the AI era critical minerals can no longer be considered simply as commodities. They are strategic inputs"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [--] engagements
"for energy supply advanced manufacturing digital technologies and national security for the United States Namibia and the world he said on the sidelines of the [----] Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town over the weekend. The Investing in African Mining Indaba"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"runs from [--] to [--] February [----] in Cape Town South Africa and brings together governments investors and mining companies to discuss mining investment and development across the continent. Reporter: Justicia Shipena Photo: US Embassy in Namibia #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:02Z 58.4K followers, [--] engagements
"The chief executive officer of Nigerian energy investment company Gas Invest Ltd David Ige met with Namibias ambassador to Nigeria Walde Natangwe Ndevashiya last week to discuss potential investment opportunities in Namibias energy sector. The meeting focused on"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibias plans to expand and commercialise its energy value chain with specific attention paid to the development of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The discussions explored how LNG could become a key growth area for Namibia. Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has urged the public and farming communities not to panic as neighbouring countries experience foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks. She said the government is preparing measures to prevent the disease from entering Namibia. Last week"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"veterinary authorities in Botswana confirmed an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease at a village in the northeastern part of the country. Zaamwani said the government will issue a statement detailing the steps put in place to protect the country from FMD. She made these remarks"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:38Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"CONSTITUTION DAY Namibia today marks [--] years since the adoption of its Constitution. This years Constitution Day is commemorated under the theme Honouring our constitutional legacy: unity liberty and justice. The Constitution was drafted by a 72-member Constituent Assembly"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"led by the late president Hage Geingob. Geingob served as chairperson of the assembly. Parliament said in a statement this morning that Constitution Day reminds citizens to reflect on the values of the Constitution. The day also encourages people to uphold democracy good"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"governance and the rule of law as Namibia moves forward. Reporter: Renthia Kaimbi Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi on Sunday toured the Trans-Kalahari/Mamuno One-Stop Border Post. He stressed the importance of smooth and efficient cross-border trade. Masisi's visit precedes his scheduled public lecture at the University of Namibia's main campus"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"tonight. The lecture will focus on Namibia-Botswana relations with attention paid to the historical political and socioeconomic ties between the two neighbouring countries. Reporter: Justicia Shipena Photos: NamRA #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The death of Ondangwa regional control prosecutor Justine Shiweda has left Namibians shaken and many within the justice system fear for their safety. Shiweda died on Saturday at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek where she had been hospitalised since https://www.observer24.com.na/namibia-weeps-for-prosecutor-shiweda/ https://www.observer24.com.na/namibia-weeps-for-prosecutor-shiweda/"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:30Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Japan has launched a new grant-funded project to strengthen the resilience of farming communities affected by drought in Namibia with a focus on long-term food security and climate-smart agriculture. The project titled Enhancing resilience of farming https://www.observer24.com.na/japan-funds-new-project-to-support-drought-affected-farmers/ https://www.observer24.com.na/japan-funds-new-project-to-support-drought-affected-farmers/"
X Link 2026-02-09T12:41Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibia is mourning but mourning alone is not enough. The death of Justine Shiweda a public prosecutor who died from injuries sustained in a brutal targeted attack should leave this nation shaken to its moral core. She did not die of illness. https://www.observer24.com.na/justine-shiweda-did-not-have-to-die-not-like-this/ https://www.observer24.com.na/justine-shiweda-did-not-have-to-die-not-like-this/"
X Link 2026-02-09T12:43Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"OPINIONIf Namibias challenges could be solved by replacing older leaders with younger ones the country would already be on a dramatically different trajectory. Youth unemployment would be falling institutions would be stronger and https://www.observer24.com.na/turning-point-namibias-youth-debate-is-asking-the-wrong-question/ https://www.observer24.com.na/turning-point-namibias-youth-debate-is-asking-the-wrong-question/"
X Link 2026-02-09T13:21Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The continued occurrence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Southern Africa is a major concern the Namibia Agricultural Union (NAU) has said. The union says FMD poses a serious risk to livestock livelihoods and the wider economy. Namibias cattle https://www.observer24.com.na/nau-warns-of-fmd-risk-as-regional-cases-rise/ https://www.observer24.com.na/nau-warns-of-fmd-risk-as-regional-cases-rise/"
X Link 2026-02-09T13:44Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"TotalEnergies has signed agreements to acquire a 42.5% operated interest in the PEL104 exploration licence offshore Namibia from Eight Offshore Investments Holdings and Maravilla Oil & Gas. https://www.observer24.com.na/totalenergies-takes-operatorship-of-pel104/ https://www.observer24.com.na/totalenergies-takes-operatorship-of-pel104/"
X Link 2026-02-09T15:05Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Bank of Namibia has on Monday awarded bursaries to seven students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in economics data science mathematics and statistics and Education. The beneficiaries are Christie Hanse Lusina Shipopyeni Benjamin Mabuku Jeremiah Links"
X Link 2026-02-09T16:56Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Standard Bank Namibia has appointed Helena Mboti as its new group economist. Mboti brings ten years of experience in central banking and commercial banking. Her background spans macroeconomic policy financial markets and balance-sheet risk. https://www.observer24.com.na/standard-bank-appoints-helena-mboti-as-group-economist/ https://www.observer24.com.na/standard-bank-appoints-helena-mboti-as-group-economist/"
X Link 2026-02-10T07:54Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Anglo American has reaffirmed its plan to separate De Beers through a dual-track process according to the groups production report for the fourth quarter ended [--] December [----]. De Beers is a 50-50 partner with the Namibian government in Debmarine https://www.observer24.com.na/anglo-american-presses-ahead-with-de-beers-sale/ https://www.observer24.com.na/anglo-american-presses-ahead-with-de-beers-sale/"
X Link 2026-02-10T08:43Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Retired lieutenant general Martin Shalli says the late former cabinet minister and veteran Erkki Nghimtina was a great fighter and leader. Nghimtina died on Sunday at the age of [--]. Shalli said his path was closely linked with Nghimtinas for https://f.mtr.cool/rtnvawwmxr https://f.mtr.cool/rtnvawwmxr"
X Link 2026-02-10T12:50Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"OPINION February has emerged as a month of reckoning for Namibia a time heavy with memory loss and moral reflection. Within its short span the nation finds itself repeatedly called to pause to mourn and to ask difficult questions about https://f.mtr.cool/srpucquyqt https://f.mtr.cool/srpucquyqt"
X Link 2026-02-10T12:52Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"An urgent oral question to the Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare in parliament this afternoon. Yesterday ambassadors from various countries presented their letters of credence to the President. Reporter: Justicia Shipena Video: NBC #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-10T13:55Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi has apologised to Namibia over the deaths of the Nchindo brothers. He said both countries must ensure that such an incident never happens again. Masisi made the remarks while speaking at a public lecture on NamibiaBotswana relations"
X Link 2026-02-10T14:54Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"at the University of Namibia yesterday. Tommy Martin and Wamunyima Nchindo along with their cousin Sinvula Munyeme were shot and killed by the Botswana Defence Force along the Chobe River on [--] November [----]. Photo: Namibia Review #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-10T14:54Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Global asset manager Ninety One expects to complete the South African leg of its acquisition of Sanlam Investment Management Proprietary Limited this week. This marks the start of a long-term strategic relationship with the Sanlam Group. https://f.mtr.cool/ozcqobdmfq https://f.mtr.cool/ozcqobdmfq"
X Link 2026-02-02T14:58Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Chamber of Mines of Namibia says gold prices are expected to remain supportive with levels forecast to stay high by historical standards. This should sustain strong margins at operating mines and encourage further investment in mine-life extensions https://f.mtr.cool/aragtyjioq https://f.mtr.cool/aragtyjioq"
X Link 2026-02-04T15:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Beifang Mining Technical Services says there is no labour dispute at the Husab Mine and that operations have returned to normality. Beifang said employees have returned to work after complying with a revised shift roster and that operations are https://f.mtr.cool/pcvbjyrfco https://f.mtr.cool/pcvbjyrfco"
X Link 2026-02-10T12:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Standard Bank Namibia has launched the Sustainability Academy a free online learning platform aimed at helping Namibian businesses build resilience and adopt climate-smart practices. The bank said the academy is designed to close sustainability knowledge https://f.mtr.cool/palpfstdvg https://f.mtr.cool/palpfstdvg"
X Link 2026-02-10T12:57Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"DRINKING ON THE JOB Affirmative Repositioning (AR) leader Job Amupanda has questioned the serving of alcohol to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during official working hours saying it is not fair for the head of state to be seen drinking on duty. Amupanda asked an"
X Link 2026-02-10T13:55Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Bidvest Group Limited has terminated its proposed sale of Bidvest Bank Holdings Limited to Access Bank plc after conditions precedent were not met by the agreed long stop date. Access Bank is seeking a banking licence in Namibia. https://www.observer24.com.na/access-bank-bid-to-buy-bidvest-bank-collapses/ https://www.observer24.com.na/access-bank-bid-to-buy-bidvest-bank-collapses/"
X Link 2026-02-10T15:20Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Nedbank Group Limited has expanded its Domestic Medium-Term Note programme to R75 billion up from R40 billion following amendments aimed at meeting updated regulatory and disclosure requirements. The bank said the changes are set out in the amended https://www.observer24.com.na/nedbank-group-expands-bond-programme-to-r75-billion/ https://www.observer24.com.na/nedbank-group-expands-bond-programme-to-r75-billion/"
X Link 2026-02-10T16:26Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will join African leaders in Addis Ababa Ethiopia to discuss key continental issues at the 39th African Union Summit from [--] to [--] February. Leaders will deliberate on peace and security the outcomes of the [----] G20 Summit progress on Agenda"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:46Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Commission the executive director of the Green Climate Fund and the prime minister of Eswatini. She is expected to return to Namibia on [--] February. Photo: Namibian Presidency #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:46Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has won the Best New Banknote Series [----] award at the High Security Printing EMEA Regional Awards held in Rabat Morocco this week. The award was presented by Reconnaissance International and recognises currency design innovation and security"
X Link 2026-02-12T08:25Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"YOUNG OBSERVER February has a way of drawing attention toward love placing it gently at the centre of conversation through symbols that feel both familiar and comforting. Yet beneath the surface of celebration lies a quieter reality shaping the lives https://f.mtr.cool/smfurqkhdj https://f.mtr.cool/smfurqkhdj"
X Link 2026-02-13T10:22Z 58.4K followers, [--] engagements
"The Namibian middle class is often described as an aspirational group defined by car loans suburban rentals and the quiet prestige of a corporate badge. Yet if you look at the bank statements of most young professionals in Windhoek https://f.mtr.cool/dfbyreduuh https://f.mtr.cool/dfbyreduuh"
X Link 2026-01-31T07:19Z 58.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Chamber of Mines of Namibia says the outlook for the countrys mining sector in [----] remains positive and optimistic despite ongoing global economic uncertainty. The chamber said demand fundamentals for key commodities remain supportive. https://f.mtr.cool/kdwirigwec https://f.mtr.cool/kdwirigwec"
X Link 2026-02-03T09:17Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Minister of industries mines and energy Modestus Amutse signed the Luanda Accord on Monday at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The signing took place during a high-level meeting attended by African leaders. The Luanda Accord aims to increase global demand"
X Link 2026-02-11T07:01Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) president Panduleni Itula has called on Parliament to consider a vote of no confidence against President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. He made the call at a press conference held in Windhoek https://f.mtr.cool/btdlqfbkeq https://f.mtr.cool/btdlqfbkeq"
X Link 2026-02-11T08:11Z 58.4K followers, 10.4K engagements
"The High Court on Tuesday ruled that prominent lawyer and former Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) board chairperson Dirk Conradie attempted to divert the awarding of an advertising tender away from the highest-rated bidder. High Court judge Thomas https://f.mtr.cool/aulwdaelpa https://f.mtr.cool/aulwdaelpa"
X Link 2026-02-11T08:31Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"A delegation from Huawei Technologies Namibia paid a courtesy visit to Windhoek Mayor Sakarias Uunona on Tuesday to discuss possible cooperation in the technology sector. The delegation was led by board director Jason Xu. They presented a proposed smart city framework that"
X Link 2026-02-11T12:07Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Construction of Namibias first biomass power plant is progressing with the recent arrival of steam drums from China. The N$2.64 billion project is expected to be completed in the first quarter of [----]. NamPower said this week that the Otjikoto Biomass https://f.mtr.cool/bvujzeable https://f.mtr.cool/bvujzeable"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:20Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has appointed two new members to its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to support its mandate of setting and implementing monetary policy aimed at maintaining price stability. Dr John Steytler has been appointed as the first https://f.mtr.cool/kysjcqtxlp https://f.mtr.cool/kysjcqtxlp"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:39Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements
"VISIT US ambassador to Namibia John Giordano is currently visiting Walvis Bay with senior officials from the US department of energy. The delegation is in the Erongo region to assess developments in Namibias energy sector. They are exploring areas where American expertise"
X Link 2026-02-11T16:23Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Namibia and Gabon held their first business forum in Namibia on Wednesday. The high-level Namibia-Gabon Business Forum focused on strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The event showcased business opportunities in Namibia and promoted the export of Namibian goods"
X Link 2026-02-12T06:22Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"and services. It also created a platform for business-to-business meetings and highlighted investment opportunities in Gabon. Photos: MIRT #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-12T06:22Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Namibia hosted a session to pitch investment opportunities in mining projects yesterday on the sidelines of the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town South Africa. The session was organised in partnership with Rand Merchant Bank to attract investment and technical"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:17Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"partners for mining projects. Selected Namibian mining projects were presented to prospective investors financiers and partners. The projects focus on minerals such as lithium copper rare earth elements uranium and graphite. Photo: MIME #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:18Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"BREAKING Former DTA member of parliament and Caprivi high treason convict Geoffrey Mwilima has died. He passed away this morning at the age of [--]. Mwilima had been released from prison on [--] December on remission. This is a developing story. #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:35Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements
"2063 reforms within the African Union and reform of the United Nations Security Council. The summit will also launch the African Union Theme of the Year [----]. On the sidelines of the summit Nandi-Ndaitwah will hold bilateral meetings with the chairperson of the African Union"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:46Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The ministerial task force on technical and vocational education and training (TVET) met with Namibia Training Authority (NTA) stakeholders on Wednesday as part of nationwide consultations. The engagement forms part of plans to reform Namibias TVET system. Task force member"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:47Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Henny Seibeb said the proposed changes aim to address limited progression beyond NQF Level [--] skills gaps in key sectors youth unemployment and concerns about graduate readiness. The task force is chaired by professor Francis Sifiso Nyathi of the Namibia University of Science"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:48Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) director general Paulus Noa has urged investigators to speed up corruption cases and warned staff not to be distracted by social media activists. Addressing the ACC staff in Windhoek on Wednesday Noa said delays in https://f.mtr.cool/urjllhonzp https://f.mtr.cool/urjllhonzp"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:55Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"across Europe the Middle East and Africa. Last year BoN introduced a new banknote series together with a new coin series. Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-12T08:25Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Mining Commissioner Isabella Chirchir says the formulation of the Minerals Bill is at an advanced stage. Chirchir revealed this on Wednesday during the invest in Namibia session at the Africa Mining Indaba [----] in Cape Town South Africa. We do have a https://f.mtr.cool/dynhstrahb https://f.mtr.cool/dynhstrahb"
X Link 2026-02-12T08:29Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements
"The executive director of the Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (Sasscal) Nelago Indongo has urged staff to focus on their duty and work for the greater good of the organisation. She was speaking at the beginning of a"
X Link 2026-02-12T12:15Z 58.5K followers, [---] engagements
"five-day staff retreat in Swakopmund on Monday attended by employees from Angola Botswana Namibia and Zambia. During the retreat which ends tomorrow staff will finalise the Sasscal annual work plan. Photo: Sasscal #WindhoekObserver"
X Link 2026-02-12T12:15Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Mining commissioner Isabella Chirchir says the formulation of the Minerals Bill is at an advanced stage. Read more: Video: MIME https://f.mtr.cool/sqwabstrxk https://f.mtr.cool/sqwabstrxk"
X Link 2026-02-12T12:16Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Paratus Group has switched on a new fibre route in East Africa linking Mombasa on Kenyas coast to Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through a terrestrial network. The [--] 000-kilometre Goma-to-Mombasa route runs through Kigali in https://f.mtr.cool/ycjhpmbrfo https://f.mtr.cool/ycjhpmbrfo"
X Link 2026-02-12T13:06Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Sasol Limited has warned shareholders to expect a sharp drop in earnings for the six months ended [--] December [----] citing weaker commodity prices and higher impairments. The impact was partly offset by operational improvements and cost control. https://f.mtr.cool/lafgikdvsf https://f.mtr.cool/lafgikdvsf"
X Link 2026-02-12T13:07Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Andrada Mining Limited has signed a cooperation agreement with the European Investment Bank to advance the feasibility study for the Uis Lithium Expansion Project in Namibia. The agreement was concluded through Andradas wholly owned subsidiary Uis Tin https://f.mtr.cool/trnizixhyg https://f.mtr.cool/trnizixhyg"
X Link 2026-02-12T14:43Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Kulani Energy has acquired key assets from Optipower a former division of Murray & Roberts Limited which is currently in business rescue. The deal was concluded at the end of January [----] through Kulani Energys subsidiary OptiProjects. https://f.mtr.cool/dpzssuncnq https://f.mtr.cool/dpzssuncnq"
X Link 2026-02-13T07:11Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"YOUNG OBSERVER February often arrives dressed in a single story about love oe shaped by roses carefully chosen messages and the quiet expectation that romance stands at the center of emotional life. Shop windows glow with promises meant for couples https://f.mtr.cool/fsneitvpda https://f.mtr.cool/fsneitvpda"
X Link 2026-02-13T13:14Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Anglo American has started an impairment review of De Beers carrying value citing prolonged weakness in global diamond market conditions and continued pressure on the businesss financial performance. De Beers is a 50/50 partner with the Namibian https://f.mtr.cool/dzkqqnwmbp https://f.mtr.cool/dzkqqnwmbp"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:40Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Namibia Airports Company Limited (NAC) recorded revenue growth of 6% in the 2024/25 financial year as passenger volumes continued to recover. For the year ended [--] March [----] NACs revenue increased by 6% to N$540 million. The company said the growth https://f.mtr.cool/fwjbstnsjh https://f.mtr.cool/fwjbstnsjh"
X Link 2026-02-12T14:42Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"YOUNG OBSERVER For generations before the present one love unfolded within a rhythm that felt recognisable and reassuring a quiet sequence through which education opened the door to employment employment created the ground for stability and stability https://f.mtr.cool/nliwlgyvnl https://f.mtr.cool/nliwlgyvnl"
X Link 2026-02-13T11:10Z 58.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Geoffrey Jeff Kasume (40) who is accused of killing Regina Kondombolo made his first appearance in the Katutura Magistrates Court in Windhoek on Friday. He faces a charge of murder read with the provisions of the Domestic Violence Act. According to the charge sheet Kasume"
X Link 2026-02-13T13:21Z 58.4K followers, [----] engagements
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