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Namibia: Voters Wait In Long Lines For Presidential And Legislative Elections

Thousands of Namibians lined up across the country to vote in the key presidential and legislative elections on November 27. Some reportedly waited for up to 12 hours.

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-AIRPORT ROAD-NAMING-FORMER PRESIDENT

(240804) -- WINDHOEK, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Works and Transport of Namibia John Mutorwa speaks during an official naming ceremony of an airport road in Windhoek, Namibia, Aug. 3, 2024. Namibia on Saturday paid tribute to its late President Hage Geingob by naming the Hosea Kutako International Airport Road as the Dr. Hage G. Geingob Freeway. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Cheng)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-BASKETBALL-YOUNGSTERS

(240714) -- WINDHOEK, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Youngsters attend a tutorial at the Basketball Art School in Windhoek, capital of Namibia, July 12, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Sports initiative empowers underprivileged youngsters in Namibia" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-BASKETBALL-YOUNGSTERS

(240714) -- WINDHOEK, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Coaches pose for a photo at the Basketball Art School in Windhoek, capital of Namibia, July 12, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Sports initiative empowers underprivileged youngsters in Namibia" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-BASKETBALL-YOUNGSTERS

(240714) -- WINDHOEK, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Youngsters learn to play basketball at the Basketball Art School in Windhoek, capital of Namibia, July 12, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Sports initiative empowers underprivileged youngsters in Namibia" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WILDLIFE PROTECTION-ART EXHIBITION

(240711) -- WINDHOEK, July 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An artist draws a painting as people watch art works during an exhibition titled "Save us from Fading" in Windhoek, Namibia, on July 11, 2024. Namibian artists are taking a stand for wildlife protection through an exhibition at the Omba Art Gallery in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WILDLIFE PROTECTION-ART EXHIBITION

(240711) -- WINDHOEK, July 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Artists draw paintings during an exhibition titled "Save us from Fading" in Windhoek, Namibia, on July 11, 2024. Namibian artists are taking a stand for wildlife protection through an exhibition at the Omba Art Gallery in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-ART EXHIBITION-AUTISM

(240706) -- WINDHOEK, July 6, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A woman draws at an art exhibition in Windhoek, capital of Namibia, July 4, 2024. An exhibition opened Thursday evening in the Namibian capital of Windhoek to raise awareness about autism spectrum disorder in Namibia. TO GO WITH: "Art exhibition conveys autism care in Namibia" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-ART EXHIBITION-AUTISM

(240706) -- WINDHOEK, July 6, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- People visit an art exhibition in Windhoek, capital of Namibia, July 4, 2024. An exhibition opened Thursday evening in the Namibian capital of Windhoek to raise awareness about autism spectrum disorder in Namibia. TO GO WITH: "Art exhibition conveys autism care in Namibia" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chinese investment strongly promotes Namibia's economic development: minister

STORY: Chinese investment strongly promotes Namibia's economic development: minister SHOOTING TIME: June 18, 2024 DATELINE: June 20, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:24 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the launch of Rossing's 2023 Sustainability and Performance Report 2. SOUNDBITE (English): TOM ALWEENDO, Namibia's Minister of Mines and Energy 3. various of the event STORYLINE: Namibia's mining industry is one of the largest contributors to the country's economy, with Chinese investment playing a significant role in the development of the uranium mining sector, Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo has said. In 2023, the mining sector contributed up to 14.4 percent of Namibia's gross domestic product, Alweendo said Tuesday at a press conference held in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. He noted that Chinese investment has been instrumental in establishing Namibia as one of the world's largest producers of uranium. "I am honored to be here today to recognize the Rossing uranium min

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-MINISTER-CHINESE INVESTMENT

(240620) -- WINDHOEK, June 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Namibia's Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo delivers a speech at a press conference held in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 18, 2024. Namibia's mining industry is one of the largest contributors to the country's economy, with Chinese investment playing a significant role in the development of the uranium mining sector, Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo has said. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-MINISTER-CHINESE INVESTMENT

(240620) -- WINDHOEK, June 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Namibia's Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo delivers a speech at a press conference held in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 18, 2024. Namibia's mining industry is one of the largest contributors to the country's economy, with Chinese investment playing a significant role in the development of the uranium mining sector, Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo has said. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAY OF AFRICAN CHILD

(240614) -- WINDHOEK, June 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Namibian children dance during a celebration of the Day of the African Child in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 14, 2024. Namibia on Friday marked the Day of the African Child with a resounding call for the protection of children against all forms of exploitation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAY OF AFRICAN CHILD

(240614) -- WINDHOEK, June 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Namibian children march during a celebration of the Day of the African Child in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 14, 2024. Namibia on Friday marked the Day of the African Child with a resounding call for the protection of children against all forms of exploitation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAY OF AFRICAN CHILD

(240614) -- WINDHOEK, June 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Namibian children dance during a celebration of the Day of the African Child in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 14, 2024. Namibia on Friday marked the Day of the African Child with a resounding call for the protection of children against all forms of exploitation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAY OF AFRICAN CHILD

(240614) -- WINDHOEK, June 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Namibian children dance during a celebration of the Day of the African Child in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 14, 2024. Namibia on Friday marked the Day of the African Child with a resounding call for the protection of children against all forms of exploitation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAY OF AFRICAN CHILD

(240614) -- WINDHOEK, June 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Namibian children dance during a celebration of the Day of the African Child in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 14, 2024. Namibia on Friday marked the Day of the African Child with a resounding call for the protection of children against all forms of exploitation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAY OF AFRICAN CHILD

(240614) -- WINDHOEK, June 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Namibian children march during a celebration of the Day of the African Child in Windhoek, Namibia, on June 14, 2024. Namibia on Friday marked the Day of the African Child with a resounding call for the protection of children against all forms of exploitation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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Wood carving market in Windhoek boosts creative commerce in Namibia

STORY: Wood carving market in Windhoek boosts creative commerce in Namibia SHOOTING TIME: May 24, 2024 DATELINE: May 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:44 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the wood carving market in Windhoek 2. SOUNDBITE (English): PAULINUS NDELETU, Chairperson of the woodcarvers open market committee 3. various of the wood carving market in Windhoek STORYLINE: A bustling open market is revitalizing creative commerce in the Namibian capital of Windhoek as locals turn to the centuries-old tradition of wood carving to make a living. The products crafted include furniture, wildlife sculptures and accessories, known for their high quality and fair pricing. Wood carving holds historical significance in northeastern Namibia, where cultural heritage skills are passed down through generations. From three artists in 1998, the market now hosts 75 skilled artisans, primarily from the Kavango East and West regions. The open market has also spawned a broader value chain, with supplie

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WOOD CARVING MARKET

(240524) -- WINDHOEK, May 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A man makes a wooden product at a wood carving open market in Windhoek, Namibia, on May 24, 2024. A bustling open market is revitalizing creative commerce in Windhoek as locals turn to the centuries-old tradition of wood carving to make a living. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Wood carving market in Windhoek boosts creative commerce in Namibia

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WOOD CARVING MARKET

(240524) -- WINDHOEK, May 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A man makes a wooden product at a wood carving open market in Windhoek, Namibia, on May 24, 2024. A bustling open market is revitalizing creative commerce in Windhoek as locals turn to the centuries-old tradition of wood carving to make a living. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Wood carving market in Windhoek boosts creative commerce in Namibia

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Charity bazaar galvanizes diplomatic community in Namibia

STORY: Charity bazaar galvanizes diplomatic community in Namibia SHOOTING TIME: May 18, 2024 DATELINE: May 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:48 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the charity bazaar STORYLINE: The Association of Diplomatic Spouses (ADS) hosted its annual charity bazaar at the Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School in Windhoek on Saturday. ADS is a non-profit organization composed of diplomatic spouses dedicated to helping vulnerable communities in the southwestern African country. A total of 29 diplomatic missions based in Namibia participated in the event, which was filled with activities, ranging from exploring international arts and crafts to indulging in culinary delights and enjoying culturally enriching performances. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Windhoek. (XHTV)

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Critically low levels at main reservoir threaten water supply of Namibian capital

STORY: Critically low levels at main reservoir threaten water supply of Namibian capital SHOOTING TIME: May 8, 2024 DATELINE: May 11, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:27 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Von Bach Dam 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ESLEY KANDOROZU, NamWater Hydrology Division acting manager 3. various of the Von Bach Pump station STORYLINE: Authorities warn that water levels are critically low at the reservoir at Von Bach Dam, the third-largest in Namibia and a vital water source for the capital city of Windhoek. The reservoir is now at only 11.3 percent capacity, jeopardizing water supply to the capital city and Okahandja, a town about 70 km north of Windhoek. A group of reporters were taken to Von Bach Treatment Plant, near Okahandja, to see the dire water supply situation. The reservoir at Von Bach Dam typically supplies about half of Windhoek's water needs, but its dwindling reserves are causing concern among officials. NamWater Hydrology Division acting manag

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NAMIBIA-OKAHANDJA-RESERVOIR-LOW WATER LEVEL

(240509) -- OKAHANDJA, May 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 8, 2024 shows the reservoir at Von Bach dam in Okahandja, a town about 70 km north of Windhoek, Namibia. Water levels at the reservoir at Von Bach Dam, the third-largest in Namibia and a vital water source for the capital city, Windhoek, are critically low, authorities warn. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Critically low levels at main reservoir threaten water supply of Namibian capital

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NAMIBIA-OKAHANDJA-RESERVOIR-LOW WATER LEVEL

(240509) -- OKAHANDJA, May 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 8, 2024 shows the Von Bach dam in Okahandja, a town about 70 km north of Windhoek, Namibia. Water levels at the reservoir at Von Bach Dam, the third-largest in Namibia and a vital water source for the capital city, Windhoek, are critically low, authorities warn. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Critically low levels at main reservoir threaten water supply of Namibian capital

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Chinese language proficiency contests held in Namibia

STORY: Chinese language proficiency contests held in Namibia SHOOTING TIME: May 8, 2024 DATELINE: May 9, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:05 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of cultural performances 2. SOUNDBITE (English): KENNETH MATENGU, Vice chancellor of the University of Namibia 3. various of the competition STORYLINE: The Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia (UNAM) on Tuesday hosted "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competitions for college and secondary school students in Windhoek, the Namibian capital. Kenneth Matengu, vice chancellor of the University of Namibia, said the level of Chinese language proficiency that the students displayed at the competitions is steadily improving. SOUNDBITE (English): KENNETH MATENGU, Vice chancellor of the University of Namibia "(This has been) the 23rd of our college students' competition and the 17th for the secondary. And it's so far the largest we have had. I'm very pleased that we have been able to gather so many young people fro

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-"CHINESE BRIDGE"-COMPETITION

(240509) -- WINDHOEK, May 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A Namibian student performs during the "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competitions in Windhoek, Namibia, on May 7, 2024. The Confucius Institute at the University of Namibia (UNAM) on Tuesday hosted "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competitions for foreign college and secondary school students in Windhoek, the Namibian capital. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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Namibia's annual crayfish festival boosts economic growth, says VP

STORY: Namibia's annual crayfish festival boosts economic growth, says VP SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 DATELINE: May 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:05 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ECONOMY/CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the annual crayfish festival, Luderitz Town, southern part of Namibia STORYLINE: Namibian Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said on Friday that the annual crayfish festival held in the southern coastal town of Luderitz provides an investment opportunity and boosts tourism, which in turn contributes significantly to the country's economic growth. During the official opening ceremony on Friday, she emphasized the festival's positive impact on the local community, adding that it has ignited an entrepreneurial spirit in the town. "The inclusion of small and medium enterprises and financial services in the festival demonstrates its impact on social and economic progress. The festival also takes place against the backdrop of oil discoveries and emerging green industries that will drive economi

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-UNESCO-JAZZ-DIGITALIZATION-PILOT PROGRAM

(240429) -- WINDHOEK, April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend a colloquium to explore the fusion of Jazz and digital technology at the launch of the International Jazz Day celebrations in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 29, 2024. Ms Nisha, director of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Regional Office for Southern Africa, launched a youth pilot program on jazz and digitization on Monday in cooperation with Namibia's College of the Arts. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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Namibia holds cultural festival to embrace diversity

STORY: Namibia holds cultural festival to embrace diversity SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:19 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the arts and cultural festival STORYLINE: A parade and display of dance, fashion, and traditional products marked the start of the annual /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival to promote cultural diversity in Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. The two-day festival, a celebration of diversity and unity, is organized by the city of Windhoek. It brings together a rich tapestry of traditional groups, artists, and entrepreneurs, each contributing unique perspectives through traditional dances, fashion, local and international cuisine, and other products. The event was first hosted in 2001, with its last edition in 2015. The festival was revived in 2023 after the COVID-19 pandemic. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Windhoek. (XHTV)

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Namibia inaugurates 400kV transmission line

STORY: Namibia inaugurates 400kV transmission line SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:12 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the inauguration of the 400kV transmission line STORYLINE: Namibia inaugurated the 400kV Auas-Gerus transmission line on Friday, marking a significant step toward the country's energy security and regional cooperation. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo underscored Namibia's commitment to achieving energy self-sufficiency by 2030, in line with national goals outlined in Vision 2030. "The construction of the 400kV transmission line marks a significant milestone in our journey toward energy security and regional cooperation," Alweendo said. The transmission line, funded by Namibia's power utility, NamPower, to the tune of 873 million Namibian dollars (about 46 million U.S. dollars), is expected to facilitate increased regional trade and allow Namibia to export surplus energy to n

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-400KV TRANSMISSION LINE-INAUGURATION

(240426) -- WINDHOEK, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Namibian Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo (1st L) visits the Auas substation in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 26, 2024. Namibia inaugurated the 400kV Auas-Gerus transmission line on Friday, marking a significant step toward the country's energy security and regional cooperation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-400KV TRANSMISSION LINE-INAUGURATION

(240426) -- WINDHOEK, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Namibian Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo (3rd L) inaugurates the 400kV Auas-Gerus transmission line at the Auas substation in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 26, 2024. Namibia inaugurated the 400kV Auas-Gerus transmission line on Friday, marking a significant step toward the country's energy security and regional cooperation. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-ARTS AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL

(240426) -- WINDHOEK, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People perform during the /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 26, 2024. Namibia opened the popular /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival on Friday to promote cultural diversity in Windhoek. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-ARTS AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL

(240426) -- WINDHOEK, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People perform during the /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 26, 2024. Namibia opened the popular /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival on Friday to promote cultural diversity in Windhoek. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-ARTS AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL

(240426) -- WINDHOEK, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People perform during the /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 26, 2024. Namibia opened the popular /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival on Friday to promote cultural diversity in Windhoek. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-ARTS AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL

(240426) -- WINDHOEK, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People perform during the /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 26, 2024. Namibia opened the popular /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival on Friday to promote cultural diversity in Windhoek. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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Water shortage crisis threatens livelihood in NW Namibia

STORY: Water shortage crisis threatens livelihood in NW Namibia SHOOTING TIME: April 23, 2024 DATELINE: April 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:43 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of local residents fetching water in Uis, Erongo province, Namibia 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ELTON GURUSEB, Resident in Uis, Namibia 3. various of local residents fetching water in Uis, Erongo province, Namibia STORYLINE: As Namibia is in the midst of mitigating the repercussions of drought and climate change over the past decade, its northwestern part of Uis in Erongo province is now grappling with a dire water shortage crisis. Depleted water tables and rivers that are drying up have led to a severe and prolonged water shortage in Uis, threatening the livelihood of local residents. SOUNDBITE (English): ELTON GURUSEB, Resident in Uis, Namibia "We have been struggling with water for the past month and it is so hard to get water in this community. It is so hard that we cannot even cook. Even mamas are getting a tough

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Namibia's Damara women showcase traditional embroidery at culture market

STORY: Namibia's Damara women showcase traditional embroidery at culture market SHOOTING TIME: April 20, 2024 DATELINE: April 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:39 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event at the Stiriken Rokhoedi Culture Market in Windhoek STORYLINE: With smiles on their faces and adorned in traditional attire, Damara women danced on Saturday at the Stiriken Rokhoedi Culture Market in Windhoek, Namibia. The event, showcasing "Stiriken Rokhoedi" or embroidered dresses in the Damara language, aimed to promote the traditional practice of hand embroidery -- a key tradition for the Damara people, one of Namibia's oldest inhabitants. It featured fashion displays, traditional music and food, with women showcasing themed clothing in dance performances. The event also included a panel discussion on the history of embroidery, during which participants discussed the significance of preserving cultural practices while incorporating emerging trends. Xinhua News Agency corresponden

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAMARA PEOPLE-HAND EMBROIDERY-SHOW

(240421) -- WINDHOEK, April 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Damara women showcase embroidered traditional attires at the Stiriken Rokhoedi Culture Market in Windhoek, Namibia on April 20, 2024. The event, showcasing "Stiriken Rokhoedi" or embroidered dresses in the Damara language, aimed to promote the traditional practice of hand embroidery -- a key tradition for the Damara people, one of Namibia's oldest inhabitants. The event featured fashion displays, traditional music and food, with women showcasing themed clothing in dance performances. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-DAMARA PEOPLE-HAND EMBROIDERY-SHOW

(240421) -- WINDHOEK, April 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Damara women showcase embroidered traditional attires at the Stiriken Rokhoedi Culture Market in Windhoek, Namibia on April 20, 2024. The event, showcasing "Stiriken Rokhoedi" or embroidered dresses in the Damara language, aimed to promote the traditional practice of hand embroidery -- a key tradition for the Damara people, one of Namibia's oldest inhabitants. The event featured fashion displays, traditional music and food, with women showcasing themed clothing in dance performances. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce

STORY: Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce SHOOTING TIME: April 14, 2024 DATELINE: April 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:44 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Village Sunday Market in Windhoek 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ALAIN SEHA, Founder of Village Sunday Market 3. various of the Village Sunday Market in Windhoek STORYLINE: The Village Sunday Market in Windhoek, Namibia's capital, is creating a trade space for local vendors to thrive and boost their businesses. The market offers a variety of local products, such as cosmetics, arts, health products, food, fashion, home decor, and music. Alain Seha from the agricultural training firm Urban Eden established the market in 2022. SOUNDBITE (English): ALAIN SEHA, Founder of Village Sunday Market "It all started during the pandemic. What actually happened was that a lot of the shops were closed, and the markets were also falling apart, which was quite horrible. A lot of people moved to the road, trying to sell goods, tryi

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-CITY MARKET

(240415) -- WINDHOEK, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Vendors exhibit and sell local products at the Village Sunday Market Day in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 14, 2024. The Village Sunday Market Day in Windhoek, Namibia's capital, is creating a trade space for local products and vendors to thrive and boost their businesses. TO GO WITH "Feature: Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-CITY MARKET

(240415) -- WINDHOEK, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Vendors exhibit and sell local products at the Village Sunday Market Day in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 14, 2024. The Village Sunday Market Day in Windhoek, Namibia's capital, is creating a trade space for local products and vendors to thrive and boost their businesses. TO GO WITH "Feature: Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-CITY MARKET

(240415) -- WINDHOEK, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor stands at her stall at the Village Sunday Market Day in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 14, 2024. The Village Sunday Market Day in Windhoek, Namibia's capital, is creating a trade space for local products and vendors to thrive and boost their businesses. TO GO WITH "Feature: Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce" (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua)

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Namibia inaugurates first waste buyback center to boost circular economy

STORY: Namibia inaugurates first waste buyback center to boost circular economy SHOOTING TIME: April 12, 2024 DATELINE: April 14, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:43 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the inauguration 2. SOUNDBITE (English): MOSES MATYAYI, Chief Executive of Windhoek 3. various of the waste buyback center STORYLINE: Namibia on Friday inaugurated its first waste buyback center (WBBC) which will see residents earn income by collecting and selling recyclable materials at an event held in the informal settlement of Katutura in Windhoek, the Namibian capital. Established under the project "Improving Solid Waste Management in Windhoek," financed by the European Union and implemented jointly with the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen, the WBBC is to reduce waste volumes, minimize harmful environmental effects, promote recycling, and create job opportunities through startup incubation focusing on waste reengineering. During the inauguration ceremony, Queen Kamati, the mayor o

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Namibian exhibition explores cultural heritage of repatriated art

STORY: Namibian exhibition explores cultural heritage of repatriated art SHOOTING TIME: April 11, 2024 DATELINE: April 13, 2024 LENGTH: 0:02:19 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the art exhibition 2. SOUNDBITE (English): NDEENDA SHIVUTE-NAKAPUNDA, Chief curator at National Art Gallery of Namibia 3. various of the art exhibition STORYLINE: Namibia opened an exhibition in the Namibian capital of Windhoek Thursday evening dedicated to exploring the cultural customs and identity of the country's looted art to retrieve its heritage. The exhibition, themed "Artistic Research Communal Knowledge (ARCK): Reconnecting with Returned Cultural Belongings," features 23 cultural and historical belongings that were returned from the Ethnological Museum, a public institution dedicated to ethnology and culture in Berlin, Germany, to Namibia in May 2022. The artifacts, including milk gourds, calabash, woven baskets, and traditional wooden cups, will be displayed at the National Art Gallery

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WASTE BUYBACK CENTER

(240412) -- WINDHOEK, April 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students display products made from recycled materials during an inauguration ceremony of a waste buyback center in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 12, 2024. Namibia on Friday inaugurated its first waste buyback center (WBBC) which will see residents earn income by collecting and selling recyclable materials at an event held in the informal settlement of Katutura in Windhoek. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WASTE BUYBACK CENTER

(240412) -- WINDHOEK, April 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers demonstrate how the equipment operates at a waste buyback center in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 12, 2024. Namibia on Friday inaugurated its first waste buyback center (WBBC) which will see residents earn income by collecting and selling recyclable materials at an event held in the informal settlement of Katutura in Windhoek. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-WASTE BUYBACK CENTER

(240412) -- WINDHOEK, April 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend an inauguration ceremony of a waste buyback center in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 12, 2024. Namibia on Friday inaugurated its first waste buyback center (WBBC) which will see residents earn income by collecting and selling recyclable materials at an event held in the informal settlement of Katutura in Windhoek. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)