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Marine Training Centre of Excellence
Friday, 29 June 2009
 
Since its inception in 1996 NAMFI has trained more than 1,500 students in various marine skills such as navigation, engineering, safety, survival at sea and fire-fighting to mention a few. The minister expressed his concern that many of these students have still not be absorbed in the local shipping and fishing industry.
"I have met many graduates of NAMFI who are still unemployed. I would like to urge the management of NAMFI as well as the fishing and shipping industries to address this situation. We cannot afford to train people to sit on the streets. A system of placement within related industries must be introduced to provide job opportunities for these students. On the other hand getting rid of foreign expertise would be irresponsible," Dr Iyambo added.
The minister also revealed that the centre has attracted the interest of countries such as Congo Brazzaville, the DRC and Liberia, who expressed the wish to have their students rained at NAMFI. The resident Ambassador of Spain, Dr Alfonso Barnuevo highlighted the various projects and assistance that the Spanish government has funded and been involved in, emphasizing the good relations between his country and Namibia. "This excellent relationship, especially in the fishing industry contributes to the growth the economy and the wellbeing of all Namibians. I am happy to see the positive effects of this relationship in the local fishing industry and this training facility."
The Managing Director of NAMFI, Policarpus Andima noted that the funding and support in the form of and technical expertise and equipment from the Spanish government and the EU have played a cardinal role in the expansion of NAMFI's facilities and services. "Such support is a critical ingredient to develop training facilities of a high standard," he said.
The event was also attended by the Mayor of Walvis Bay, Uilika Nambahu, Regional Councillor for the Walvis Bay Urban constituency, Hafeni Ndemula, high level officials from the ministry or Fisheries and representatives of fishing companies.
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Mayoral Cup 2009
Friday, 26 June 2009
The Mayoral Cup 2009 kicks off tonight at the Kuisebmond Stadium. 20 companies and government institutions have entered their sport teams to participate in the first of what is expected to become an annula event. In her invitation to the private sector to participate in tge games, the Mayor of Walvis Bay, Uilika Nambahu said the event is aimed at "creating a social platform for sports enthusiasts to enjoy and partake in their respective games and test their individual strengths and skills against one another within a friendly and encouraging environment."
The games comprise a series of friendly matches in sports codes such as soccer, volleyball, netball and pool. Some of the companies and institutions that have entered teams include Bank of Namibia, Elgin Brown & Hammer, Erongo RED, Engen, Cadilu Fishing, Merlus, Trsutco, Transnamib, the Navy, Prison Services, Kraatz Marine, NamPort and NamPower.
The event is also a precursor and fundraising effort for the Walvis Bay Municipal Social Club's participation in the Southern African Inter-Municipal Games (SAIM) scheduled to be held in Mozambique in September this year. During the previous games the Walvis Bay team brought home a number of gold medals. So far the Municipality of Walvis Bay has participated in the SAIM games in East London (2006), Walvis Bay (2007) and Kimberly (2008). Although the municipal council has set aside funding for the municipal Social Club's participation and travel to Mozambique, the team needs further financial assistance.
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Coastal SME Expo 2009
Friday, 19 June 2009
The 3rd Coastal SME Expo started yesterday and is expected to continue until 16:00 this afternoon. The two-day event is being held at the grounds of the Walvis Bay branch of Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI). The event aims to facilitate linkages between coastal based small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and corporate or established firms, and government departments.
It provides a platform for SMEs to showcase their goods and services to larger business entities and public institutions seeking new sources of supply.
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Additional bank accounts to improve customer service
Friday, 12 June 2009
In order to improve customer service, Council has resolved to open bank accounts at Bank Windhoek, First National Bank of Namibia Limited and Nedbank Namibia Limited - in addition to the one that already exists at Standard Bank Namibia Limited. The additional accounts will be used for the purpose of depositing funds due, in respect of municipal accounts. Once activated the accounts would facilitate the payment process and make it easier to reconcile the respective accounts by both the Council and the customers. Currently electronic payments made by clients other than those of Standard Bank Namibia Limited take two days or more to be updated.
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Harmonizing policy on Security Management
Friday, 12 June 2009
 A 22 member delegation of high ranking military and naval officers from the Kenyan National Defence College paid a brief courtesy call to the Mayor of Walvis Bay, Uilika Nambahu on Thursday. The head of the delegation, Brigadier General, J M Mutwii said the aim of their visit was to familiarize themselves with the socio-economic conditions of various countries.
"By studying these aspects of development we are able to create better understanding among nations and follow a harmonised on regional security management. As such it is important to understand and learn more about the economies, politics and social structures of the region," he said.
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Longbeach resident July 01, 2009 at 09:59:16am 196.47. none http://noneThe proposed building in no way agrees with the current building style and aesthetics and will stand out like a sore thumb. The building will have a huge negative influence on property values close by.
The size of the building does not suit the resort and does not belong within the demarcated area. My suggestion is that Council propose a land swop!
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Ester June 18, 2009 at 09:59:27am 41.182. none http://none The town is clean but cold.But I love it
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Mr shiweda o May 05, 2009 at 11:32:39am 41.182. none http://noneI am giving my opinion about the system of electricty box in the street as i am an electrician and obseve more illegulaty within Walvis bay compere to other city in namibia, this system of meterreading outside in the street is a hample as some member use to steel power from other, if you want more information your Office can contact me for more. Anyhow your service to me is good.
M.H. May 02, 2009 at 11:37:48am 196.47. none http://nonePlease go ahead!
Concerned April 29, 2009 at 10:54:15am 196.47. none http://noneWe are very unhappy with the plans of Mr. Heimstadt to build this 12 storey monstrosity. We have send him our written objections, but received no answer. We are also shocked that his designs were approved by the Walvis Bay aesthetics committee.
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