Walvis Bay on the Radar for Landmark Namibia–Botswana Oil Refinery
Walvis Bay could soon take centre stage in SouthernAfrica's energyambitions.Feasibilitystudiesarecurrentlyunderway for a proposed $4 billion joint oil refinery between Namibia andBotswana,withthecoastaltownandGhanziinBotswana under consideration as potential sites, Namibia Mining & Energyreports.
The refinery project, still in its early stages, aims to strengthen regional energy security and reduce dependence onimportedfuels.
Should Walvis Bay be selected, it would leverage its deep-water port, established logistics infrastructure, and coastal access to export markets, making the town a hubforcrudeoilprocessing and distribution Namibia and Botswana
are exploring a model in whichNamibiahoststhe refinerywhileBotswana potentiallyactsasastorage and distribution hub for inland fuel transport.
Experts note that such a setup would allow both nations to capitalise on recent oil discoveries in theOrangeBasin,where companies like TotalEnergies and Shell have led exploratory successes. “Namibia and Botswana are jointly ex-
ploring the development of a regional oil refinery The project is currently at the feasibility study stage, with locations such as Walvis Bay and Ghanzi under consideration, although no final decision has been made,” said Carlo McLeod, Deputy Head of the Upstream Unit. The refinery is expected to processbetween60000 Continues on page 2
MTC Rolls Out Fifth-Generation (5G)
Namibia'spremierdigitalenabler,MobileTelecommunicationsCompany(MTC), hasannouncedthedeploymentandavailabilityofthefifth-generation(5G)mobile services, marking a significant and historic milestone in the country's digital transformationjourney.
This leading telecommunications company is the first operator in Namibia to roll out the nextgeneration wireless technology Currently, 5G services available in Walvis Bay, Ongwediva, Swakopmund and Windhoek. This “soft launch” was made during the annual Ongwediva Annual TradeFair(OATF)isjustthebeginningofan“aggressive deployment” plan over the coming months. 5G is the fifth generation of wireless mobile and internet technology, building on the advancements of previous generations like 4G, 3G, and 2G. It offers faster speeds, lower latency, enhanced connectivity and higher capacity compared to 4G, enabling a wider range of applications and connecting more devices which are expected to benefit individuals, businesses, and government
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Green Valley Housing Project Shows Visible Progress
The Municipality of Walvis Bay has announced visible progress at the GreenValley (Farm 37) Housing Project, part of theMassInformalSettlementsUpgradingProgramme.
According to the municipality,arecentsite inspection revealed that several houses have already been fully roofed and painted, while others are steadily moving through key constructionmilestones.
The Municipality of Walvis Bay stated that a dedicated task team, comprising the Chief Executive Officer, General Managers, and technical staff, continues to meet
twice weekly to drive theprojectforward.One of these sessions is held directly on-site to maintaincloseoversight.
“These engagements ensure strict quality control, provide guidance to contractors, and reinforce accountability,” the municipality explained, adding that contractors falling behind schedule are being urged to acceleratetheirefforts.
The Municipality of Walvis Bay emphasised
that this strong progress reflectsitscommitment, together with Government, to accelerating service delivery and providing dignified housing opportunities for residents.The Green Valleyhousingdevelopment remains a flagship initiative under the Mass Informal Settlements Upgrading Programme, aimed at improving living conditions and addressing the housingbackloginWalvisBay
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Mayor Forbes Highlights Service Improvements and Upcoming Developments at Council Meeting
MayorTrevinoForbeshasassuredresidentsthatthemunicipalityismakingsteady progress in improving service delivery, housing, and infrastructure, while also preparing forone of the town's biggest annual events — theWalvis Bay Maritime Festival.
Speaking at the ordinary council meeting on Wednesdayevening,MayorForbesbeganbycallingfor a moment of silence in honour of Namibia's fallen heroes before updating the community on municipalpriorities.Themayorsaidroadsafetyremains a priority, with municipal teams working to repair potholes across all suburbs. “Our teams are prioritising high-traffic areas with the most wear and tear We ask residents to please report any new potholes or urgent road safety concerns via the official channels so we can respond promptly,” he said. In addition, five new refuse removal trucks were recently delivered, which Mayor Forbes said will “significantly reduce delays in emptying refuse bins and improve service reliability.” Residents were urged to continue following the regular bin placement schedule and to report missed collections. On housing, the mayor praised the progress of the Farm 37 Housing Project, describing it as “a major milestone in addressing housing needs and delivering quality, affordable homes to residents.” He encouraged eligible residents to apply
for the Build Together initiative to access low-cost housing. Councilalsoplanstoreleasenew ervenin Narraville and Meersig soon, creating opportunities for housing and investment. Details on pricing, lot sizes, and application procedures will be announcedthroughofficialchannels.Forbesextended an invitation to the community to attend the WalvisBayMaritimeFestival,whichwillrunfrom 8 to 13 September at the Civic Centre.The festival, hosted in partnership with Namport, De Beers Marine,andNamibiaFishConsumption,willcelebrate Namibia's ocean heritage under the World Maritime Day theme: “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity.” Activities will include a national school debating programme coordinated by Namport, a career-focused Edu Corner under Debmarine, and a fish cooking competition hosted by Namibia Fish Consumption. Forbes closed his address by thanking residents for their support and patience. “Your cooperation helps us deliver services more effectively and advance our shared visionforWalvisBay.”
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235 Fishing Vessels in Namibian Waters
Rudi Bowe
TheNamibianFishingsectormaintainedrobust operations,withafleetof235fishingvesselsthat includes both industrial trawlers and 30 onshore fishing processing plants which are fishinginNamibianwaters.
Thesevesselslicensed for various fishing sectors are actively involvedinharvesting fish within Namibian waters and operates underregulatoryoversight.Thevesselsprocess a total of over 39 value-added fish and fish products, reinforcing the sector's commitment to employment creation, value addition, and economic growth. These vessels are the cornerstone of Namibia's fishing operations, and their effective regulation and monitoring are critical to sustainable management According to the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zamwaani, these ves-
Fishing Vessels of Etosha Fishing in Walvis Bay
sels and processing plants have earned N$27.9 billion in the past two years (2024
and 2023) through exports. The Minister explained that the fishing industry pro-
vides significant employment opportunities, supporting over 19 440 Namibians,
with 71% of workers engaged in onshore operations. “The onshore segment has a notable female presence, with women accounting for 45% of the workforce, while offshore operations remain male-dominated, employing only 140 women at sea,” she added. Zamwaani said that there is a total of 462 active fishing right holders of which 162 fishing were first granted during 2012 and are expected to expire on 31 December 2026 “The re-
mainder of fishing rights were granted in 2020andareexpected to expire on 30 May 2027 she said. The minister said that prior to the expiry of these fishing rights, theministryshallevaluate the performance of these fishing rights consistent with prescribed performance criteria “I commit that sufficient notices shall be sent out to the Right Holders before the end of the current financial year, 2025/2026.”
Namibia Pushes Forward with Green Steel and Hydrogen Partnership
Eileen van der Schyff
Namibia's Green Hydrogen Programme (NGH2P) has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with Broadmind Mining and HyIron Green Technologies to help build a lowcarbon,greenindustrialsectorinthecountry.
According to a press release from NGH2P, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will focus on turning
Namibia's minerals into real value locally The aim is to use renewable hydrogen to process iron ore and rare-earth
elements into green steelandotherproducts, creating jobs and skills right here at home
Broadmind Mining will
explore and test its mineral resources for use in HyIron's technology, which makes steel using renewable
hydrogen instead of coal. HyIron will then trial Namibia's ore in its system to prepare for a possible green iron plant in the country For Namibia, this deal opens doors for skills transfer, local supply chains, and new employment in mining, metallurgy, and hydrogen-based industries NGH2P will also help mobilise funding and
guide permits and infrastructure planning to speed up the project.
This agreement is part of Namibia's bigger plan under the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) Industry Decarbonization Programme, whereNamibiaisworkingtounlockuptoUSD 250 million in concessional climate finance. That money will support green hydrogen,
renewable energy, and mineral beneficiation projects.
JamesMnyupe,Headof the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme, said the partnership shows how cooperation can “create local green jobs, boost economic diversification, and enable the production of future-proof materials for the global clean energy transition.” Sidney Martin, Executive Chairman of Broadmind Mining, added that the deal demonstrates how Namibia's minerals can be turned into long-term industrial value, while HyIron CEO Johannes Michels said the project willalsohelpbuildlocal skills and reduce emissions. This MoU also supports the African Sustainable Industrialisation Institute (ASII), which will be headquartered in Namibia to drive similar projects across the continent
The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme says it will continue to welcome partnerships that promote sustainable industrial development, local value addition, and inclusive economicgrowthinline with Vision 2030 and the Sixth National DevelopmentPlan.
Source: Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme (NGH2P)
Photo Etosha Fishing
Significant Progress in Fish Consumption
Rudi Bowe
Namibia has recorded a significant progress in the national per capita fish consumption rate,reflectingboththesuccessoffisheriesdevelopmentinitiativesandgrowingawareness ofthehealthbenefitsoffishindailydiets.
This was said by the Chairperson of the NationalFishConsumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) Board of Trustees, Suzan Ndjaleka at the launch of the 13th NationalFishConsumption Day (NFCD) during a breakfasteventhostedin favour of the Kavango East Region in Walvis Bay
Ndjalekasaidthataccording to the University of Namibia's 2023 Per Capita Fish Consumption Report, significant progress has made. “National per capita consumption has risen from 16.59 kg in 2021 to 18.5 kgin2023,aclearsignof changing dietary patterns, greater appreciation of fish as a primary protein source, and growing awareness of its healthbenefits.”
AccordingtoherthereportconfirmsthatNFCPT fishshopsaretheleadingsourceoffishinmost regions. In Kavango West, 58.9% of residents relyontheseoutlets,followedbyOshana
(50.2%) and Kavango East (49 7%) “This underscores our role in bridging supply and demand, ensuring that fish remains accessible andaffordable.”
Ndjaleka added, in the Kavango East, horse mackerel dominates consumption, accounting for 85.6% of fish eaten “Annual per capita consumption is 12.45 kg in rural areas and 18.03 kg in urban areas, highlighting the importanceofproximity to supply, given our fish shop in the heart of Rundu.”Shestated,“the Rundushopismorethan a retail outlet, it could serveasawholesalehub for the entire Kavango East Region and parts of Kavango West. With local entrepreneurship, satellite fish shops could be established in underserved areas, reducing travel distances, increasing availability, and ensuring that even remote communities, such as Divundu, enjoy regularaccesstofish.”
Rössing Invests in Youth, Namibia's Nuclear Readiness
RössingUraniumminecontinuesinvestinginyoutheducationand development in the country. Last week, the company proudly awarded three students the opportunity to pursue their master's degreesinNuclearEnergyinChina.
The students Henock Hakaala, Ernos Nashidengo, and BeathAmoomo have beenacceptedintoHarbinEngineering University (HEU) in China under the prestigiousAtomicEnergyScholarship Program. They were scheduled to depart for China on Thursday (yesterday).All costs relating to their studies will be covered by Rössing through its majorityshareholderCNUC.
Atthesameoccasion,puttingthecherry on the cake, Rössing Uranium also announcedtheselectionoffourexceptional learners who will participate in the Gen Z Youth Exchange Program. These learners, all children of Rössing Uranium employees, were chosen based on their outstanding academic performance. They will join six other students from across the country on a 10-dayeducationalexcursiontoChina, departing on 20 September The program aims to expose them to cutting-edge scientific and technological advancements. The four selected students are Elrechia Subes (Grade 9, West Side High School), Berlize Fuls (Grade9,Pro-EdAcademy),Benjamin Jacobus (Grade 7, Oshakati Private School), and Jeremia Nekongo (Grade 8,OshakatiPrivateSchool).
The General Manager for Human Capital,Safety&SustainabilityatRössing, Liezl Davies, in her keynote address remarked that the mine is the first company countrywide to heed on the call made by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah earlier this year during her visit to the mine, where she urged the nation to cultivate skills and prepareforafuturepoweredbynuclear energy “We are not only mining uranium; we are investing in the human capital that will one day power Na-
mibia's nuclear future,” Davies said. Shealsoacknowledgedthefactthatthe International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), through theAtomic Energy & Radiation ProtectionAuthority here in Namibia,adirectorateundertheMinistry of Health and Social Services, has endorsedandsupportedthesestudiesin compliance to the bilateral agreements in place between China and Namibia. “Todayismorethanamediaday Itisa call to action to industry, to government,tocommunities,andtoouryoung peopletobelieveinNamibia'sfuturein nuclear energy today is more than a mediaday Itisacalltoactiontoindustry,togovernment,tocommunities,and toouryoungpeopletobelieveinNamibia's future in nuclear energy,” Davies concluded.
Chang Jingtao, President of China National Uranium Corporation (CNUC) Namibia Mining Limited, in his remarksnotedthattheirroleistoensure that this partnership goes beyond mining.“Itisaboutinvestinginpeople, transferring knowledge, and building Namibia's nuclear future,” he emphasised. His message to the students wasthatthisisanopportunityforthem to gain the skills to one day lead Namibia into a nuclear energy future and urged them to make use of this opportunityandplaytheirpart.Erongoregion governor,Nathalia/Goagoseswhowas an invited guest at the event, encouraged the beneficiaries to take full advantageoftheopportunity.“Iurgeyou tousethisopportunitytogetthecountry ready when the time comes. Expose yourself and when you are done, come backhomeandtakechargeofthisnew evolution,”was/Goagoses'messageof encouragement.
The Chairperson of the National Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) Board of Trustees, Suzan Ndjaleka at the launch of the 13th National Fish Consumption Day (NFCD) in Walvis Bay.
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Photo: Marshallino Beukes
NCCI Calls on Namibians to Unite for Change
TheNamibianChamberofCommerceandIndustry(NCCI)hascalledforgreater unity between business, government, and civil society to accelerate Namibia's economictransformation.
In a recent address to the National Assembly's Standing Committee on Economy and Industry, Public Administration and Planning in Swakopmund, NCCI Chief Executive Officer
Titus Nampala outlinedarenewedvision to strengthen the Chamber's role as the trusted voice of Busi-
nessNamibia.“Ourmission is clear,” Nampala said. “We are enhancing brand credibility and deepening trust across business, government and civil society The Chamber must be seen not only as a convener but as a catalyst for inclusive economic transformation ” Nampala stressed that the Chamber'srenewedfocusison
ensuring all its members, from large corporations to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), are heard, represented and empowered.“TheChamber is here to amplify the voiceofeveryNamibian business, big or small, and to ensure that our policy environment reflects the realities on the ground,” he said, urging
stakeholders to “work together toward the same goal. ”The NCCI plans to align its efforts with the National Development Plan by strengthening the operating climate for corporates while expanding support platforms for MSMEs through policy reform, tailored schemes, and grassroots engagement. “No Nami-
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bian should be left behind,” Nampala emphasised. “SMEs are the heartbeat of inclusive growth. We must cocreate solutions that generate sustainable, decent jobs and unlock opportunity at every level ” Highlighting Namibia's strong performance in mining, finance, agriculture, manufacturing and tourism, Nampala said the Chamber is advocating for reforms that adapt to both local and global shifts. “Namibia must be a place where international investors find opportunity and where
Namibian entrepreneurs thrive.Wearebuildinga Chamber that listens, leads and delivers,” he said. Nampala also underlined the importance of public–private partnerships (PPPs) in driving infrastructure development and innovation. By co-investing with the private sector, government can accelerate the delivery of critical services such as roads, water, power, and telecommunications, while sharing risks and boosting skills transfer “We must strengthen public–private partnerships. This is not just
about infrastructure, it is about building a resilient, inclusive economy,” he said. In his closing remarks, Nampala appealed to Parliament,theprivatesector and the wider business community to embrace collaboration as a shared responsibility
“We are not adversaries. We are allies,” he said. “The Chamber stands ready to support and build. Together, we can shape a future where policy, investment, and innovation workhandinhand.”
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Bank of Namibia Prepares to Host AFI Global Policy Forum
With less than a week to go before theAlliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) Global Policy Forum (GPF) 2025, the Bank of Namibia confirms its readiness to welcome close to 800 delegates from across the African continentandbeyond.
The Forum, convening under the theme “Empowering Society, Enabling Growth,”representsoneofthemostsignificantfinancialinclusiongatherings globally and on the continent. The AFI GPF comes at a pivotal time for Namibia'sfinancialsector On28July2025,theBankofNamibia,jointlywith the Ministry of Finance and the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA), launched the Namibia Financial Sector Transformation Strategy (NFSTS), which sets out a roadmap for a resilient, inclusive and modern financial system that serves the development of all Namibians and economy Complementing this, the Bank also unveiled its Financial Inclusion awareness campaign, designed to improve the understanding, accessibility and usage of financial services by all Namibians andresidents.BothmilestonesalignstronglywiththeAFIGPF'sobjectivesof empowering citizens through access to inclusive finance and positioning Namibia as a proactive driver in financial transformation on the continent.
DeputyGovernoroftheBankofNamibia,Ms.LeonieDunnnoted,“TheAFI GPFoffersNamibiaandthewiderregionanecessaryandopportuneplatform toacceleratefinancialinclusionefforts.TheBankofNamibiaisproudtoalign this event with our recently launched Namibia Financial Sector TransformationStrategyandfinancialinclusionawarenesscampaign,asboth seek to broaden access, empower vulnerable and marginalised groups and ensure that growth is shared equitably across society The partnerships we have forged for this event underline our collective commitment to building a sustainable and inclusive financial future.” The Bank of Namibia extends sincere appreciation to the following partners from across the public, intergovernmental agencies and the private sector who have joined the national efforttoensureasuccessfulevent.
Theseinclude:
FNB Namibia (premier partner)
Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME)
Ministry of Finance (MoF)
Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF)
Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC)
Standard Bank Namibia
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Ninety-OneAsset Management
Social Security Commission (SSC)
Capricorn Group Namibia
Bellatrix SME Finance
Old Mutual Namibia
Nedbank Namibia
NamibiaAirports Company (NAC)
Agricultural Bank of Namibia
Letshego Namibia
Namibia Tourism Board (NTB)
The Namibia Financial Institutions SupervisoryAuthority (NAMFISA)
Namibia National Reinsurance Corporation (NamibRe)
Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB)
Mobile Telecommunications (MTC)
The scale and ambition of the AFI GPF underscore that transformative financial inclusion cannot be achieved by a single institution acting in isolation. The collaboration between public, private and development partners reflects a shared commitment to empowering society and enabling growth through innovative financial solutions, policy frameworks and longterm sustainability Each partner plays a distinctive role in broadening financial access, from driving product innovation in the banking sector, harnessing alternative data to enable inclusion, to supporting SME growth, ensuring social security, and enabling infrastructure development Collectively, these partnerships demonstrate Namibia's ability to unite diverse stakeholders behind a common vision for inclusive economic transformation and cement the country's role as a regional leader in financial inclusion.
INVITATION
PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF 5 YEARS
The Municipal Council of Swakopmund, a local authority established under the Local Authority Act, 1992 (Act No 23 of 1992), as amended , is in the process of appointing a panel of law firms to serve as its legal practitioners In terms of Annexure 4 of the Code of Good Practice on Preferences, referred to in Sections 71 and 72 of the Public Procurement Act, 2015 (Act No. 15 of 2015), legal services are considered as professional services.
Qualified law firms are therefore invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to provide legal services in accordance with the guidelines set out below The appointed law firms shall provide legal services to the Municipal Council of Swakopmund for a period of five (5) years and shall, for the duration of their appointment, undertake not to initiate or participate in any litigation against the Council.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this procurement is to appoint suitable service providers to render legal services to Council across all fields, including but not limited to:
1. Providing high -quality and timely legal opinions and advice on a variety of matters requiring familiarity with Council’s policies/ Codes/ operations/ practices/ regulations/ by -laws, and the laws and regulations applicable to Council in its legislative and regulatory environment;
2. Rendering legal services in respect of all fields of law, including but not limited to commercial law, administrative law, labour law, conveyancing, and property law;
3. Representing Council in litigation and/or legal or quasi -legal proceedings;
4. Drafting, reviewing, or vetting of legislation, policies, contracts, and related legal instruments;
5. Debt collection;
6. Initiating and/or chairing disciplinary proceedings;
7. Any other matter ancillary and/or incidental to the operations of Council.
QUALIFICATION CRITERIA
Competent legal firms must meet the following minimum eligibility criteria to be shortlisted for the consultancy service:
(a) Employ at least one (1) admitted civil litigation legal practitioner with not less than four (4) years’ post-admission experience asa practitioner of the High Court of Namibia The lead practitioner must have at least four (4) years’ post-admission experience
(b) Be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Namibia ;
(c) Provide a written undertaking not to institute or participate in litigation against the Council or its representatives for the duration of the contract;
(d) Attach the following documentary proof ( all documents must be valid at the date of submission): 1. Admission certificates in respect of each attorney/conveyancer (issued under section 87(1) of the Legal Practitioners Act);
Curriculum Vitae of each legal practitioner, with substantiating evidence of relevant qualifications and experience;
that the said attorneys are in full -time employment with the firm;
copy of a Municipal Fitness Certificate and either a title deed or lease agreement for office premises;
Original or certified copy of a written undertaking/ on the firm’s official letterhead/ duly signed and stamped by an authorised representative, confirming that the firm shall not act/litigate against Council for the duration of the contract;
of the individual legal practitioner s areas of expertise.
must comply with the requirements on the provision of local content as set out under Part 3, Paragraph 7 of the Code of Good Practice on Preferences referred to in Sections 71 and 72 of the Public Procurement Act, 2015 (Act No. 15 of 2015), as amended Proof must be submitted for the relevant categories e.g Previously Disadvantaged Persons, Youth, Women, etc.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE
Shortlisted service providers shall be required to
shortlisted applicants only
Inquiries : Head of Procurement: Hofney Kanandjembo
Contact Details : +264 64 4104 4104
E-mail : pmu@swkmun.com.na
Procurement Reference : CS/RP/SM-012 /2025
Submission Deadline :
Looking Back in Time
The Story of the Waterfront Express Restaurant
Long before pop-up venues became fashionable, the coast had its own curiosity The Waterfront Express, a restaurant fashioned from vintage railway carriages, set between the ocean and the first dunes at Langstrand. For many residents and holidaymakers driving between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, the three train carriages became a familiarandiconiclandmark.
The idea for the Waterfront Express began with RudiKoberwhocurrently ownstheIceCreamHutin Walvis Bay, and co-partner Frank Passano, who launched Namibia's very firsttrainrestaurant.
“Some people didn't even know what the inside of a train looked like,” Rudi recalled in a 1990s interview The restaurant, which opened on 4 October 1991, consisted of three carriages, one serving as the main restaurant, another as a bar/ lounge, and a third as office space or living quarters for supervisors.
Decorated in navy blue and rusty red, the main restaurant could seat 30 guests, while the bar accommodated another
27. The bar area, decorated in a Mexican theme, and the restaurant carriagewerebothconverted from third-class coaches purchased from TransNamib Later, negotiations were underway to acquire a fourth carriage for tourist accommodation. In an interview, Rudi Kober told the Namib times the cuisine, a first for Namibia, drew heavily from Indonesian influences, while other dishes catered to local tastes. Sunday afternoons became famous for cakeand-coffee sessions, and thevenuequicklybecame a hotspot for holidaymakers seeking a unique coastalexperience.
Archival records show that The Waterfront Ex-
press was formally listed in the Namibian Government Gazette on 14 February 1997, noting the business at Farm Langstrand No. 36 in the district of Walvis Bay and referencing a change of ownership. Community posts and auction notices from later years confirm that the venue waseventuallyputupfor sale in execution, including photographs of the carriages and menu boards that remain etched in local memory Eventually, the train carriages changed hands and came under the ownership of Vito Bigione, a Sicilian-born businessman with ties to organised crime in Italy In Namibia, Bigione ran Continues on page 11
MUNICIPALITY OF WALVIS BAY
Notice is hereby given in terms of section 63(2)(b) of the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23/1992), as amended, that the Council of theMunicipalityofWalvis Bay intends to erter into development agreement with Glow Waves CC for improvement of Dolphin Beach Recreational Park and donatebacktoCouncil theimprovements.
Description Portion2ofDolphin BeachPark WalvisBay Area 5828m²
PurchasePrice Donation
REZONING OF ERF 55 WALVIS BAY
Stewart Planning - Town and Regional Planners intends to apply, on behalf of the registered owners, to the Municipality of Walvis Bay, the Urban and RegionalPlanningBoadandtheMinistryofUrbanandRural Developmentforthefollowing: Rezoning of Erf 55 Walvis Bay from Single Residential with a density of 1:500m² to General Residential2withadensityof1:150m².
The above application is submitted in terms of the Urban and Regional PlanningAct, 2018 (Act No. 5 of 2018)andtheWalvisBayZoningScheme.Erf55WalvisBaymeasures±1018m²andissituatedatthecorner ofJJCleverlyandRicardDyerStreet.Theintentionof thisrezoningistoacquirethelanduserightsneededto establishaguesthouseontheproperty
Takenotethat–
(a) The background information document lies open for inspection, during normal office hours, at Room 101 of the Roads and Building Control Department of the Municipality of Walvis Bay situated at Civic Centre, Walvis Bay or an electronic copy can be requestedfromMs.MbuteShaningwa: mbute@sp.com.na
(b) Any person that has objections to the proposed rezoning may lodge such objections, in writing, together with grounds thereof, with the Town Planning Section of the Municipality of Walvis Bay and the applicant before or at 17:00 Monday 26 September 2025.
Applicant: StewartPlanning Town&Regional Planners POBox2095 WalvisBay mbute@sp.com.na 064280
LocalAuthority: ChiefExecutiveOfficer Municipalityof WalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na 064
Full particulars pertaining to the development agreement and improvements will lie for inspection by interested persons until *Tuesday,9September 2025atroom2S, Municipal Offices, Kuisebmond. For more information Mrs S Satchiia can be contacted at telephone (064) 201 3232 during office hours.
Written objections, duly motivated, to the intended transaction must be received by the undersigned before or at 12:00 *Friday,12September2025.
Erikson Mwanyekange General Manager: Community & Economic Development
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Happydu's First Youth Soccer Tournament a
Huge Success
Africa Global Logistics (AGL), a leading international player in transport and logistics, is seeking to appoint a dynamic Country Commercial Director to leaditscommercialstrategyandoperationsinWindhoek,Namibia.
As part of our ambitious growth plans in the region, this role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader to shape and expand our business footprint, drive sustainable growth, and strengthen relationships withkeyclientsandpartners.
·Developandexecutethecountry'scommercialstrategyinlinewithGroup objectives.
·Driverevenuegrowth,profitability,andmarketshare.
·Lead,mentor,andbuildahigh-performingcommercialteam.
·Identifyandsecurenewbusinessopportunitiesacrossfreightforwarding, transport,andlogisticswithinNamibiaandAfricanRegion.
·Maintainstrongrelationshipswithstakeholders,includingclients,partners, andgovernmentbodies.
·EnsurecompliancewithGroupstandards,policies,andethicalbusiness practices.
·Aproventrackrecordinaseniorcommercialorleadershiprolewithin logistics,freightforwarding,supplychain,oilandgasandrelatedsectors.
·StrongknowledgeandexperienceinAfricanMarkets.
·Strongbusinessacumen,negotiation,andstrategicthinkingskills.
·Excellentleadershipandpeoplemanagementexperience.
·Abilitytooperateeffectivelyinacomplex,cross-culturalenvironment.
·Bachelor'sorMaster'sdegreepreferablyinLogistics,orarelatedfield(MBA advantageous).
·Minimum10years'experienceinsimilarfield.
·Frenchspeakingwillbeadvantageous.
Africa Global Logistics (AGL), a leading international logistics and supply chain company is seeking an experienced IT Manager / Network Engineer to join our team in Walvis Bay, Namibia This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of the company'sITinfrastructureandnetworksystems.
·ManageandmaintainITnetworks,servers,firewalls,and telecommunicationssystems.
·Ensurenetworksecurity,dataintegrity,anddisasterrecoveryprotocols.
·OverseeITprojects,systemupgrades,andintegrationofnewtechnologies.
· Lead, mentor, and develop IT staff, providing technical guidance and support.
·CollaboratewithoperationalteamstoimplementITsolutionsthatenhance businessprocesses.
·DevelopITpolicies,procedures,andstandardsalignedwithcompanyand regulatoryrequirements.
·Troubleshootandresolvenetworkandsystemissuespromptlytominimise downtime.
·Minimum5–7years'experienceinnetworkengineering,ITmanagement,or relatedroles.
·StrongtechnicalexpertiseinLAN/WAN,routingandswitching,firewalls, VPNs,andservermanagement.
·Experiencewithcloudservices,virtualization,andITsecuritybestpractices.
·Leadershipandteammanagementexperience.
·RelevantITqualifications(e.g.,CCNA,MCSE,Cisco,orequivalent).
·Abilitytoworkindependentlyinadynamicoperationalenvironment.
·KnowledgeinITandInfrastructuremanagementactivitiesacrossAfrica.
·ExperienceinITprojectandoperationsmanagement.
·Warehouseandtransportationmanagement(WMS,TMS)willbe advantageous.
The Happydu Children Charity Organisation hosted an exciting one-day soccer knock-out tournament in Swakop-mund last weekend.The tournament saw seven localyouthteamscompetinginaspiritofcompetitionandunity
Mondesa FC overpowered Atlantic Junior Secondary School with a 2–0 victory, with Swakopmund Secondary School (SSS) securing a hard-fought 3–2 win against WestsideHighSchoolinthesecondgame.Hotspurs from Walvis Bay defeated hosts Happydu 2–0 in the third round. Teenagers Football Club (TFC) advanced automatically to the next round after Desert United failed to pitch. In the semi-finals, TFC defeated Hotspurs 1–0, whileMondesaFCclaimeda2–0winoverSSS.Hotspurs and SSS locked horns in the play-off for third place, but after Hotspurs' coach withdrew his team before full time, SSSwasawardedthirdplace.Thehighlyanticipatedfinal between TFC and Mondesa FC ended 2–2, forcing the match into a penalty shootout.After a tense round of spot kicks,TFCemergedvictorious,liftingthetrophyaschampions.
Happydu Children Charity Organisation, a communitybased initiative dedicated to empowering children and youth through education and extracurricular activities, expressedprideinhostingthetournament,
which showcased both talent and sports-manship. The presidentofHappydu,Mr AndreaDiGesualdo,remarked that this tournament is only the beginning. With drug and alcohol abuse being a pressing issue in the community among the youth, he hopes to create bigger opportunities through sports where boys can be productivelykeptbusyanddevelopdiscipline.
“Keep your eyes and ears open for what's next,” he promised, hinting at even bigger plans for the future. Happydu sends out a special word of thanks to all the teamswhoparticipatedandwouldalsoliketothankOTB sportWaltonsStationaryandFNBNamibia.
TournamentWinners:
1st Place: Teenagers Football Club (18 gold medals, a trophy,andN$2500cashprize)
2ndPlace:MondesaFootballClub(18silvermedalsand N$1000cashprize)
3rd Place: Swakopmund Secondary School (18 bronze medalsandN$500cashprize)
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Smiles for Days and Why Not
JoostSchneiderandOmeyaGC'sBrendaLenssealedthedeal in the men's and ladies divisions of round 11 of the Nedbank forGoodSeriesatRossmundGolfClubinSwakopmund.
The 2nd leg of the coastal leg of the series saw a huge field of 66 players, which included 10 female players were treated to some amazing
Swakop weather. Round 12 the final of thecoastallegoftheNedbankforGood Series will be held at Walvis Bay Golf Clubintheharbourtown.
Junior Tennis Championships Crowned
Junior Tennis Namibia (JTN) held an action-packed and fiercelycontestedtennistournamentdrawingtogetherdozens of the country's most promising junior players to the coast overthepastweekend.
The tournament held in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay formed part of JTN's broader calendar for 2025, aimed at sharpening skills, nurturing discipline, and preparing players for regional and international competitions With tennis steadily gaining momentum in Namibia with the junior delivered standout per-
formances across various age categories as they fostered camaraderie and sportsmanship Ilan Asindi secure gold in the U10 boy's category whilst Joshua Diergaardt took the title for the boys under 12 boys' category and Steven Gathuru and Emma Brinkmann won the under 14 boys and girl's categories respec-
National Grand Prix at the Coast
The 15th leg of the Bank Windhoek National Grand Prix, bringing the spiritofchesstoNamibia'swestcoast.
The tournament attracted 29 dedicated competitors to the Henties Bay Chess Openhostedinthevibrantcommunityofthecoastaltown.Thechampionship was played in a rapid format of 15 minutes per player, where every move mattered,andmistakeswerepunished.Formanychildren,thiseventwastheir firsttasteofcompetitiveplay,sparkingenthusiasmtoinspiretheirfuturechess journeys. The Open Section was dominated by Ivan Boois, who produced a perfect7/7run,sweepingasidealloppositionwithconfidenceandcomposure. HisflawlessperformancemadehimtheundisputedchampionofHentiesBay Following him, Clarence Clive Campbell impressed with his fighting spirit and precision, scoring 6/7 to secure the silver medal. The ever-determined Tournament Director Israel Shilongo juggled organising duties and tough battlesovertheboard,roundingoutthepodiumwith5/7forthebronzemedal. Louisa Basson claimed the first place with her outstanding abilities in the Women'sSection.AlexzandraGreenwoodshowedsteadyplaytoclaimsilver, while Theopolina Ndjaleka completed the podium with a strong performance for bronze. In the Youth Section, a young and promising talent named Frederick Cronje stood out and was awarded the Best Youth Award. His dedicationandhardworkpaidoff,earninghimthecrowd'sadmiration.TheJunior Section saw fierce competition, but Reuben Petrus emerged victorious. His exceptional performance and unwavering determination secured him the top spot,makinghimarolemodelforotheraspiringjuniors.NamibiaChessFederation President, Berdian Beukes, said the tournament was well received by families,children,andlocalsupporterswhofilledtheplayinghallwithenergy and curiosity, cheering on the players and celebrating every checkmate. “For the children, the tournament was an introduction to competition and the life lessons of discipline, strategy, and resilience that chess uniquely teaches. The fieldof29playerscreatedaclose-knitatmospherewhereeverygamefeltpersonal, and everyone celebrated the victories,” he said. The tournament concluded with joyous celebrations, as the winners were honoured for their achievements. It highlighted the participants' talents and brought the communitytogetherinaspiritofcamaraderieandcelebration.
tively The U14 boy's category saw Steven Gathuru defeat the top seed, while in the U14 girls, top-ranked Emma Brinkmann defended
herposition. In the under 16 boys, Daniel Pienaar emerged as the winner with Natalia Ousus and J
winners of the under 25 women's and men's divisionrespectively
The next JTN tournament is expected to be staged later this year, as
preparations intensify for junior players eyeing international exposure.
Death Notice Death Notice
Message of Condolences
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved colleague, CFO of Blue Chromis Fishing,
Frikkie was a dedicated and highly respected member of our team, playing an instrumental role in shaping the financial direction of our company. His expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment were invaluable to our growth and success.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Frikkie was known for his kindness, generosity sense of humor and love for animals.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to his family during this difficult time.
The winners of round 11 of the Nedbank for Good Series at Rossmund Golf Club
Brenda Lens Nedbank Namibia Adri Spangenberg, Corporate & Investments Banking
Coastal Joost Schneider
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Town Council Allocates N$8 million for the Upgrading of Sports Facilities
The Usakos Town Council has allocated N$8 million for the upgrading of the town's sports field and build a new sports stadium in Uis.
These investments are aimed at promoting sports development, creating youth opportunities and strengthening community engagement and will instill pride and cohesion within the two town on the Erongo region The Usakos City Council has confirmed that preparatory work of the project's forms part of the national sport facilities development plan, which aims to ensure that all 14 regions and 121 constituencieshavestandard facilities for sport development will soonbegin.According to the council, the projects are being carried out in consultation with the ministry of education, innovation, youth, sports, arts and culture. “Together, we are building a future where opportunity, talent, and unity thrive,” the council said. This investment marks a milestone for Usakos and Uis as it will strengthening sports, empowering youth, and uplifting community pride Both facilities will be able to host various sports, including football, rugby, netball and athletics. These projects form
partofthenationalsport facilities development plan, which aims to ensure that all 14 regions and 121 constituencies have standard facilities for sport development The town's council recently held an interactive and impactful meeting with the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports,ArtsandCulture, where it was confirmed that preparatory activitieswillsoonbeginfor twomajorprojectsinthe two towns. In the meantime, the Usakos Town Council received a donation from the Rössing Foundation for the rehabilitation and upgrading of play parks in the town. received a generous donation from the Rössing Foundation to rehabilitate and upgrade the town's play parks. This vital support reflects our shared commitment to community development and youth well-being. Playparksaremorethan spaces to play, they are essential for childhood growth, learning, and unity The projects form partofthenationalsport facilities development plan, which aims to ensure that all 14 regions and 121 constituencies have standard facilities forsportdevelopment.
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Mason Meyer Delivers in Zimbabwe
Coastal motocross rider Mason Meyer, one of the youngest competitors, secured third overall in the MX50 division of the Motocross of African Nations (MXoAN heldrecentlyatDonnybrookParkRaceway,Harare,Zimbabwe.
TheNamibianMotocrossTeam,aself-funded14rider delegation, showcased remarkable grit and national pride to finished fourth overall out of morethan140ridersfromeightAfricancountries that competed across nine categories. Gerhard Simon dominated the master's class, clinching first overall with Zoë-Lee Waldschmidt also shone, finishing third overall in the WMX (Women's Motocross) category The Namibian Veterans finished second overall in the team category withtheWMXteamand125ccclassthirdplaceto mark another solid performance. Namibia's fourth-place finish in the overall team standings, combined with strong performances across
various classes, including standout podiums in Masters, MX50, and WMX, underscores Namibia's rising presence in African motocross. The team delivered a strong all-round showing overall in the continental team standings to end behind the champions South Afthatca followed by Zimbabwe and Uganda (third). Team Captain Sigi Pack expressed pride in the squad, emphasising the effort as reflective of Namibia's ability to compete with Africa's best motorcross talent. Pack said, “every rider gave their all. It shows in the results. Namibia has once againprovenitcancompetewiththebestinAfrica.”
The Secretary General of the Namibia Motorsport Federation Derek Jacobs highlighted that the event
Sailing Nationals Thrill at Walvis
The Namibia Sailing Association in conjunction with Catamaran Charters hosted the Namibian Laser and Junior Nationals at Walvis Bay Yacht Club (WBYC) over the past weekendinWalvisBay.
The national championships brought together 17 of the country's best young sailors and seasoned competitors to showcase their talent, skill, and endurance on the water Theyoungsailors and seasoned
competitors took to the water in challenging weather Sailors navigated their boats through challenging wind conditions, showcasing a blend of techniqueandtenacityinthe laserclassandthejunior categories. The cham-
pionships played a vital role in the development of competitive sailing in Namibia, offering both experiencedathletesand emerging sailors an opportunity to compete in a structured environment.
This part of the com-
is as much about collective strength as individual wins, seeing the fourth-place overall finish as a foundation forfuturesuccess.
Jacobs added, “MXoAN is about collective strength, not individual
petition had all boats starting and sailing together over a long course to be able to decide who the overall best junior sailor was. The championships featured Laser class races as well as junior divisions aimed at nurturing Namibia's next generation of sailing champions. The Laser and Junior Nationals were more than just a competition it was a stepping stone for young sailors who aspire to represent Namibia on the inter-
wins. Finishing fourth overall against such strong competition is a result we can build on.”
Namibia's motocross
nationalstage.The laser class saw wans won by Susan Steyn followed by Phillipp Plane and Sandra Ment third Anna Verchusa secured thejuniornationalswith Tatiana Verchusa second and Emily Zander third. Prizes were presented by William Graham from the Namibian Sailing Association and Nico from Catamaran Charters The NSA thanked Catamaran Charters and all volunteers who made the eventasuccess.
with experienced riders and rising stars deliveredstrongperformances, Namibia appears well-positioned to build
on
this momentum especially with the next MXoAN slated to be hosted in Namibia in 2026.
The Namibian Motocross Team that ended fourth at the Motocross of African Nations in Zimbabwe
Coastal motocross rider Mason Meyer
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