Pink October Highlights Breast Cancer Prevention

October 24, 2025

The global Pink October campaign promotes awareness, early detection, and patient support for breast cancer. According to Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association, the initiative stresses prevention, regular mammograms, and hope, represented by the pink ribbon.

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Psemas mess: Schlettwein proposes biometrics

Former Finance Minister Calle Schlettwein has proposed biometric verification as a possible measure to strengthen controls within the Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme. The scheme faces mounting financial pressure, with annual costs of about N$3.9 billion and government seeking another N$535 million, as concerns grow over rising healthcare expenses […]

October 28, 2026

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Repo rate will rise today – economist

The Bank of Namibia’s Monetary Policy Committee is expected to announce its latest interest rate decision today, with the repo rate currently at 6.75%, compared with South Africa’s 7.25%. The decision is being closely watched for its potential impact on borrowing costs, inflation and the exchange rate. Simonis Storm Securities […]

October 28, 2026