The Namibia Press Agency, (NAMPA), was established in 1991 as a national news agency responsible for the distribution of local, regional and international news.

Visas available upon arrival at Walvis Bay port

Written by Isabel Bento on 18 April 2024

SWAKOPMUND, 18 APR (NAMPA) – The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) will be issuing visas upon arrival to travellers at the Port of Walvis Bay with immediate effect.
A media release issued by the ministry on Thursday stated that this strategic move underscores the significance of streamlining entry procedures, enhancing accessibility and fostering economic growth through tourism and trade.
“By issuing visas at the point of arrival, the ministry aims to bolster convenience f ...


Bannerman begins work at Etango project

Written by Andreas Thomas on 17 April 2024

WINDHOEK, 17 APR (NAMPA) – Bannerman Mining Resources Namibia has started construction work at its flagship project, the Etango Uranium Project, with mining activities scheduled to start in 2027.
The Ministry of Mines and Energy issued a mining licence to Bannerman, a subsidiary of the Australian-listed uranium development company, Bannerman Energy, in December 2023.
Bannerman Managing Director Werner Ewald said the company has already awarded two contracts to a local company for the construction of a pipel ...

Policymakers urged to address unequal distribution of wealth from oil and gas sector

LÜDERITZ, 18 APR (NAMPA)- Linda McLeod, Consultant at the Namibian Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), has encouraged policymakers to address the unequal distribution of wealth from the oil and gas sector. (Video: George Hendricks)

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Nine people injured in Western Bypass accident

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× OTJIWARONGO, 16 April 2024 - The ground-breaking ceremony on the land the Ombili clinic will be constructed by the Ministry of Health and Social Services at Otjiwarongo in the Otjozondjupa Region. The OtjiKoto B2Gold Mine pledged N.dollars 6 million for the project to the ministry. (Photo by: Mulisa Simiyasa) NAMPA

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× Former US President Donald Trump attends his trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments linked to extramarital affairs, at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York City on April 18, 2024. Trump's criminal trial resumes Thursday with Judge Juan Merchan seeking to complete jury selection. Moving the US into uncharted waters, it is the first criminal trial of a former US president, one who is also battling to retake the White House in November. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / POOL / AFP)

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× OTJINENE, 26 March 2024 - Vehicles of the Road Fund Administration and Roads Authority. (Photo by: Ovaua Kuaima) NAMPA

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× ONHUNO, 11 April 2024 - Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security Albert Kawana officially handed over the upgraded Onhuno Road Traffic Checkpoint on Thursday. (Photo: Contributed)

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× OKAKARARA, 06 April- Leaders of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) at a gathering in Okakarara in the Otjozondjupa Region on Saturday afternoon. (Photo by: Mulisa Simiyasa) NAMPA