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Our additional expansion of the salt pans demonstrates not only our shareholders’ confidence in Namibia, but also our current and future commitment to the country.

Vice President Dr Nickey Iyambo at the official arrival opening of the Logos Hope. See Page 5

Managing Director of Walvis Bay Salt Holdings, André Snyman See Page 3

Walvis Kickboxing Club Shines in World Champs

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Sixty-five percent of Swakop

youth is unemployed Cathy van Wyk The youth unemployment rate for the coastal town of Swakopmund stands at 65 percent, with lack of access to financial institutions (with the youth being regarded as high risk clients) and lack of skills training being highlighted as the main contributing factors for this high unemployment rate. This was revealed during the launch of the Youth Development Policy and Strategy by the Minister of Sport, Youth and National Service, Jerry Ekandjo, which took place on Thursday last week in Swakopmund. The policy was launched after a baseline study, conducted last year, revealed the high unemployment rate at the town, despite the country’s rate being 29 percent. The main

aim of the policy is to promote youth participation in economic, civil and community affairs and to ensure that youth centred programmes are developed in the town by all stakeholders. Speaking at the official launch, Ekandjo said that the Swakopmund Youth Policy forms part of a national and global trend where youth development policies are formulated to respond to the constantly changing conditions of young people. “It is aligned with both national and international development goals, seeing that Namibia, like many of its neighbours, faces many challenges varying from unemployment, HIV/AIDS, alcohol and drug abuse and an alarming high number Continued on Page 2

Walvis Airport terminal ready for take-off Donna Collins

Beauty Queen Michelle, shines for Swakop The lovely Miss Namibia finalist, Michelle Boucher (23) put Swakopmund on the map during the Miss Namibia 2016 beauty pageant, when she finished 6th in the final selection and was voted "Public Viewers Choice" during the crowning ceremony recently. See the full story on page 4

Built at an estimated cost of N$95 million, the new contemporary Walvis Bay International Airport is being officially inaugurated on Friday by President Hage Geingob, amid a huge amount of anticipation for the long awaited opening. The Namibian Airports Company (NAC), has officially elevated this once small and outdated airport to world standards - a project which was first conceived in 2008 is now finally complete and ready for takeoff. Dubbed the second largest airport in

Namibia, the new state-of-the-art terminal building at the Walvis Bay International Airport is poised to become a logistics hub for cargo planes, freight forwarding and the constant flow of travellers. It is said that the new, modern airport terminal can cater for a sustained passenger flow of over 200 passengers per hour, and at least one million passengers per annum. Not only has it increased in size by 30 percent, the ultra-modern 4633m² architectural structure is designed to encourage the natural movement of passengers, and responds to the needs of Continued on Page 2

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

Walvis Airport terminal ready for take-off

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Walvis Bay International Airport is officially opened on Friday, by President Hage Geingob. (Photo Donna Collins) Continued from Page 1 the elderly and disabled people, with lifts and other related amenities. Furthermore, the eye catching grey building with red trim also offers an increased number of restaurants, six retail outlets, airline services, banking services, five car rental companies, government services such as customs, immigrations, police and port health, as well as baggage handling to mention some. The developments at the airport encompass the latest aviation and specific airport management and operation technology in terms of safety and security. A state-of-the-art x-ray scanner has been installed, with the aim to serve passengers and cargo in a timely and efficient manner. Keeping up with the growing pace of the harbour expansion, the increased population of Walvis Bay, and the fact that the town is a tourist Mecca and freight nucleus, the Walvis Bay International Airport has grown into the busiest airport

in the Erongo Region, and with this long awaited upgrade, it is now positioned to become a major player. NAC has made great strides in upgrading Walvis Bay's airport into a world class facility that has incorporated the latest aviation infrastructure with the refurbished and extended runway with aircraft apron. This has answered to the call for increased and direct flights out of Walvis Bay to various destinations in South Africa, serving these growing sectors. The ongoing development includes state-of-the-art, world class landing instrumentation that will enable flights to continue even during overcast weather conditions. This makes Walvis Bay one of only few airports in Southern Africa to boast such technology and it is valuable for an airport at the coast where overcast conditions often prevail. According to Chrizelda George (Airport Manager), the ambitious airport revamp has gone very smoothly. So

News in Brief African Union Agenda 2063), recent unrest in South Sudan and a successor to Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, who will step down as the chairperson of the African Union.

Cleophas Mutjavikua (Erongo Regional Governor) announced last week that the Heroes Day Commemoration will be held for the first time ever in Walvis Bay, to take place 26 August, and calls upon the business community and the entire population of the Erongo Region to provide assistance to the National Preparatory Committee in taking ownership of this special national occasion. (Photo Donna Collins) African Heads of States meet in Kigali African Heads of State met in the Rwandan capital Kigali last week to discuss a number of issues, including the free movement of people and goods, regional integration (which is in line with the

More than 2 600 pit latrines for rural Namibia The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry has constructed 2 645 ventilated double pit latrines at a cost of N$108 million in various regions of the country since 2014. This was confirmed by the Ministry's spokesperson, Margaret Kalo this week. Kalo said the improved toilets are part of the Ministry's water supply and sanitation national strategy project, adopted in 2009. Heroes Day in Erongo Region The Heroes Day commemoration on 26 August will this year be remembered in the Erongo Region, Erongo Governor Cleophas Mutjavikua announced last week. This came as a directive from the Office of the President and will be the first Heroes Day to be commemorated in the Erongo Region.

Millions of Malawians need food aid The Malawian government this week pleaded to the international community for immediate aid to support the country's 6.5 million people who are in dire need of food aid. The call was made in the capital Lilongwe, where the government and its international humanitarian partners launched the Food Insecurity Response Plan (FIRP), designed to tackle the critical food shortage that the country is currently experiencing. Bird flu terrorises West Africa The outbreak of a highly contagious strain of avian flu in West- and Central Africa has stoked fear that the disease may become endemic in the region, with lasting implications for people's livelihoods, the UN food agency said on Friday last week. The H5N1 avian influenza or bird flu, has spread across a number of West African countries in the past two years, hitting poultry farms. Cameroon and Niger have become the latest countries affected in the region.

too did the airport operations, which continued to operate out of a shack-like temporary facility, whilst construction of the new terminal building and parking area was underway. "There is no doubt that, once the doors are open to the terminal building, business will boom and expand into the direction that has been intended," said George. "We will be operating full steam ahead after the official opening as from Saturday."

George mentioned that most of the tenants will have moved into their respective units by Friday, all but Mugg & Bean who had a technical delay and will instead open their doors in August. The building contractors on this project are New Era Investments, the Airline Fuel Supplier is Avgas and JetA1 by Southern Energy and Airline Services are provided by Air Namibia, SA Express and SA Cargo.

Sixty-five percent unemployed Continued from Page 1 of school dropouts without the minimal skills for productive employment,” the Minister said. Ekandjo added that the policy seeks to grant the local youth a platform for personal and economic growth, active participation in development programmes, decision making, social and cultural well-being, education and skills training. “Besides the alarming high number of unemployed youth in Swakopmund, they are faced with various challenges such as limited access to capitalise their micro businesses. I have also noted with concern that they are regarded as high risk clients despite having sound business plans,” the Minister explained. As a result, the Minister said that financial institutions turn down their requests for project funding, thereby negatively impacting the lives of young people.

Ekandjo congratulated the Swakopmund Municipality for taking a bold step by coming up with such a strategy that is aimed at allowing youth access to mainstream economic activities. “I am applauding Swakopmund Municipality for identifying the need to develop this policy that will readdress the challenges young people in Swakopmund face. However I want to remind everyone that putting a policy together is just the start. Let us see too that it is implemented and aligned with the Harambee Prosperity Plan’s component on the Youth Enterprise Development goal,” he said. Also speaking at the same occasion, Erongo Governor Cleophas Mutjavikua urged the youth to change their mindset and become more creative. “Let us see what you can invent. Let us stay away from demonstrations and rather use our energy to contribute to the development of our country,” he said.

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

N$65 million salt pan expansion exudes confidence in Namibia

Namibia to join global anti-illegal fishing body

A fishing trawler in Namibia's Atlantic Ocean Absalom Shigwedha A new global agreementn aimed at preventing illegal and unregulated fishing, has been established and Namibia will be a party to it. The establishment of the Port State Measures Agreement to prevent, deter and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (PSMA) was spearheaded by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations and came into force on 5 June 2016. Bonny Amutse, the Deputy Director for Monitoring, Control and Surveillance in the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources told Namib Independent that Namibia will ratify the agreement. He said Namibia has been very supportive of the efforts to establish this agreement and will surely become a partner in it. “We have been involved, even in the drafting stage. There are stages to becoming a party to this agreement and we are in this process,” he said. He mentioned that the reason why Namibia has yet to ratify the agreement was simply because it has not seen the need to rush, as the agreement calls for measures that are already part of the country's national

laws dealing with this matter. “It’s not something new to Namibia, unlike to other countries,” said Amutse. The agreement came into force after it was ratified by 29 countries and the European Union, surpassing the required number of 25 ratifications for it to be a legally binding instrument. Parties to this agreement are obliged to implement a number of measures while managing ports under their control with the goals of detecting illegal fishing, stopping illegally-caught fish from being off-loaded and sold and ensuring that information on unscrupulous fishing is shared globally. These measures include requiring foreign fishing vessels, wishing to enter ports to request permission in advance, transmitting detailed information on their identities, activities and the fish they have on board. The agreement says landing can only happen at specially designated ports equipped for effective inspections. Ships suspected of being involved in illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing can be denied entry into port outright, or permitted to enter for inspection purposes only and refused permission to offload fish, refuel or resupply.

Cathy van Wyk Walvis Bay Salt Holdings have pushed their production capacity to 1 million tonnes from 750 000 tonnes per annum. Walvis Bay Salt Holdings, a subsidiary of the CAH group of companies, is responsible for about 50 percent of exports from the Port of Walvis Bay to European and African markets. The CAH group of companies consists of three operating companies, Ekango Salt Refiners which owns 25 percent, Salt and Chemical as well as Walvis Bay Salt Refiners.

Namibia is blessed with a vibrant economy, mainly because of the contributions of sectors such as mining, agriculture, fishing and processing. This positive growth within the company resulted from undertaking a massive investment of N$65 million dollars to expand its salt pan from 4 500 square metres to 5 500 square metres. The expansion that was done

by JJD investments and was inaugurated on Monday by Vice President Dr Nickey Iyambo. During the inauguration of the expansion project, Dr Iyambo applauded the private sector for responding to government’s call for market diversification. He added that the expansion project is a clear indication that Namibia is indeed making tangible progress in the direction of diversification and value addition, as well as setting a clear example of what government is advocating for in terms of the private sector and government working together. “I am pleased that as part of the private sector you are heeding the government’s call for market diversification and transformation of the manufacturing sector through local beneficiation. I am also told that this expansion will allow access to North and South America, whilst at the same time will complement government policies such as the Growth at Home Strategy and the Harambee Prosperity Plan,” he said Managing Director of Walvis Bay Salt Holdings, André Snyman, thanked the Namibian government on behalf of the shareholders for creating a conducive environment that can focus on job creation and economic growth. “Namibia is blessed with a vibrant economy, mainly because of the contributions of sectors such as mining, agriculture, fishing and processing. Our additional expansion of the salt pans demonstrates not only our shareholders’ confidence in Namibia, but also our current and future commitment to the country. We will leave no stone unturned in exploring greater mineral beneficiation locally with government’s support,” he said.

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

Michelle, Miss Namibia finalist shines her light for Swakop Donna Collins

When you are the only striking beauty with blond hair and sparkling blue eyes in the pageant, then you are bound to stand out - which was certainly the case for Swakopmund's Michelle Boucher (23), one of the 12 Miss Namibia Finalists, and the only representative from the coast. Voted in with record breaking SMSs as the "Public Viewers Choice", Michelle said this was a wonderful achievement, and that she was so proud to have finished 6th in the competition. She did point out that it was a challenging competition as all the girls were really beautiful, "both inside and out." Beautician, model and 'mother' of two adorable rescued cats, Michelle is no stranger to being in front of the camera and striking a pose, having been a top artistic gymnast in her younger years. So bringing home the trophies and accolades has been something she has been used to, but being in a line-up of Miss Namibia hopefuls was a whole new ball game for our coastal beauty queen, which she took well in her stride. Chatting to Michelle over a cup of coffee last week, she tells you that it was a last minute decision to enter Miss Namibia, and she was overjoyed to have made it into the finalists’ selection. Reflecting on where she plans on taking her life from this point onwards, Michelle said that she intends to follow a more serious modelling career, as well as getting into jewellery design.

Swakop beauty Michelle is Tops in Miss Nam pageant

"I have sent my portfolio to Boss and Ice Models agencies in Cape Town, and will certainly take every opportunity that comes my way,” said the beauty queen. On a more serious note, Michelle said that she entered Miss Namibia so she could give something back to her country, highlighting that her charity cause of choice is to create more awareness for Namibian children born with Cerebral Palsy. She was first made aware of the plight of children with this affliction when she gave a manicure to a 12-year-old girl with Cerebral Palsy - an experience which she said touched her heart. After doing some research, she realised what hardships these victims and their families face, especially people living in rural areas who do not have special treatment or facilities to help them. Explaining that Cerebral Palsy is usually caused through brain damage that happens before or during a baby's birth, children need life-long care and, in most cases, people don’t even have the basics such as a wheelchair. When asked what her message is to inspire young Namibians, she replied, "Be your own biggest motivation and don't wait for doors to open, as you yourself have to hold onto the idea of where you want to be and what you want to become. "Even through hardships there is always a light burning - even if it isn't the light you envisaged, it might just be the light that leads you to a better life."

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

Iyambo likened Logos Hope to Namibia's Harambee Prosperity Plan Absalom Shigwedha Vice President Dr Nickey Iyambo says the charitable work which volunteers of the Logos Hope ship provide to the needy people of the world is similar to Namibia's Harambee Prosperity Plan, as these volunteers have come together for the common good of humanity. Dr Iyambo officially opened the arrival of Logos Hope in Namibia in Walvis Bay on Saturday. “Your work is a great source of inspiration for many. You come from different backgrounds and cultures but succeeded together. Let us pull in the same direction,”said Dr Iyambo. He said Namibia wholeheartedly welcomed Logos Hope, and its volunteers are friends of Namibia, adding that very few people have philanthropic ideas for service to others.

“May God bless you for that. Feel at home. Namibia is a child of the international community, midwifed by the United Nations. We are a friend to all and enemy to none,”said the Vice President. Logos Hope came with 400 crew members from sixty nationalities who are all volunteers, bringing knowledge, help and hope to needy Namibians. They will be doing a number of charitable work in Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and surrounding areas. The German built vessel is the world’s largest floating book fair, with an expanded selection of over 5 000 titles at affordable prices, covering a wide range of subjects such as science, sports, hobbies and family life. Iyambo continued, “Education is very important for one to achieve personal achievement. Those who do not read widely, will hardly survive in today's competitive world.”

Logos Hope Captain, James Dyer, said the ship offers new experiences as each crew member learns each other’s culture and gain skills on the ship. Dyer, who has been sailing for 18 years now, is nicknamed “The True Man of the Sea” and has now sailed through 62 ports around the world. Logos Hope Director, Seelan Govendor (South Africa) said Logos Hope is more than a ship, but a vision to make a difference, to improve the quality of life of the needy people around the world. “We are defined by our relationship to Jesus Christ and God. Lives have been transformed and impacted,” he said. Govendor added that the ship seeks to promote peace, reconciliation and bring hope through relationships as everybody is valued by God. Logos Hope will leave Namibia on 28 July and will head for Gabon in West Africa.

OF HOPE AND HELP ... The Logos Hope ship at the Port of Walvis Bay where it arrived on Friday this week. The ship is the world's largest floating book fair. Photo: Absalom Shigwedha

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The Municipality of Walvis Bay is hereby calling for technical proposals from a reputable consortium of Namibian professional town and regional planners and engineers or town and regional planning and engineering consulting firms interested in Township Establishment and Design of Services Infrastructure on Remainder of the Farm 58, Walvis Bay Town and Townlands Minimum Requirement: RIBBON CUTTING ...Vice President Dr Nickey Iyambo (middle) waves his hands after cutting the ribbon to symbolise the official opening of the Logos Hope ship at Walvis Bay on Saturday. On his left is Erongo Governor, Cleophas Mutjavikua with Logos Hope Director, Seelan Govendor on his right. Photo: Absalom Shigwedha

Couple challenges fire shack saga Cathy van Wyk

Activist, Laidlaw Peringanda, says he will legally challenge a fine issued to his wife Helena Peringanda for taking pictures at a shack fire in the Democratic Resettlement Community (DRC) on Thursday morning at the town. Helena was arrested and detained at Mondesa Police Station and was only released on Friday after she was fined N$500 by the Namibian police for allegedly obstructing the course of justice. The police also confiscated her mobile device and deleted all the pictures she took at the shack fire that left at least three families homeless in DRC. Narrating the incident to the Namib Independent, a very disappointed Peringanda explained that his wife was, in actual fact, the one who alerted the Fire Brigade about the shack fires. “Ironically she ended up being arrested among hundreds of people that were also taking pictures at the scene. How can

we be allowed to carry out a citizen’s arrest but then we are arrested for citizen journalism? It does not make sense. The Police must explain this, because my wife slept in jail on Thursday and I am definitely not happy about it,” he said. According to Peringanda, taking pictures at shack fires is a normal activity for DRC residents. He then explained that the residents take pictures or videos at shack fires to document it. “As members of the DRC residents’ concerned group, we have been fighting for the formalisation of our township. Hundreds of people were filming and taking pictures. Why are they only arresting my wife? Are they targeting me because I stand up for what I believe in?” he exclaimed. According to Peringanda, his wife is still traumatised by the whole ordeal whilst her mobile device is still not returned. “We have a court date set within the next three weeks. I am currently consulting with my lawyer to see how we can challenge the fine,” he said.

The leading town planning and engineering consultants of a consortium should have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in town planning, urban design, design and construction of engineering development projects and evaluation. In addition, consultant and associates should have a combined experience in the aforementioned fields with relevant knowledge of the Namibian planning legislations, engineering standards as well as conservation and environmental laws. Furthermore, the following documents, namely; registration with the Namibian Council for Town and Regional Planners, Namibian Engineer’s Council, municipal fitness certificate (business registration), CVs of members of the consortium or company profile, proof of company and VAT registrations, good standing certificates of both social security and ministry of finance should accompany the proposals. Terms of Reference (TOR) document is obtainable from the Town Planner, Office No. 103, Civic Centre, Nangolo Mbumba Drive and will be provided free of charge upon request. The consortium must be submit a technical proposal in a sealed envelope clearly marked Expression of Interest, Farm 58 Township Establishment and Design of Services Infrastructure, by depositing it in the Tender Box situated in the foyer of the Civic Centre before 11h00, on Friday, 9th September 2016. The opening will be undertaken immediately after closure time, in the Dolphin Conference Room (Room 120) in the presence of whoever is in attendance. Council reserves the right to accept or decline any proposal pertaining to this Expression of Interest request. A consortium who expressed their interest and is deemed competent and able by Council to undertake the project will be afforded an opportunity to make a presentation of their approach to Council after the set closing date. The presentation should include the consortium capacity and capability to undertake the project, previous successful projects undertaken, professional fees or scale of fees for reserved work etc. Contact Person: Town Planner: John T. Heita Tel: (064) 201 3339 Email: JHeita@walvisbaycc.org.na

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

REMAX gives helping hand to blood donation drive

In an effort to respond to the shortage of blood packs at the Namibian Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS), a Walvis Bay based company, REMAX, hosted a blood drive at their offices in the town last week. REMAX invited companies, clients and colleagues to donate blood and to assist in this cause. They had a total of 48 successful donors and, according to NTBS, this was the largest donation they have ever collected at an event. “In total, 24 litres of blood were donated and potentially 144 lives

were saved,” they said. REMAX, which is a leading Coastal Estate Agency and is also involved in property development, said as a responsible corporate citizen they have to lead the way, and they are already planning the second REMAX Blood Drive to be held in September. Companies that were represented at the event were ESI Namibia, Wesbank Transport, General Diesel, Standard Bank, Bay Self Catering, REMAX Property Services, Muller and Muller Pharmacy, West Coast

Filters, the Brazilian Navy, NEO Pants, Bay Home Improvements Namibia, Sanlam, Bank Windhoek, G4S, Pupkewitz Megabuild, Ruwag, Mobile Solutions and Taz Computers. In a statement released, Remax praised the NBTS, saying, “We at REMAX want to thank the Namibian Blood Transfusion Service for their efforts and enthusiasm. They were super busy and were smiling and friendly the whole time, making it so much more fun.”

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

Puppies thrown into dumpster and left to die Donna Collins

Madelaine Strydom of Feed-A-Paw Project, with her assistant Otto Shimoshilli holding Skipper, who was thrown away into a dumpster by its owner.

The escalating population of unwanted litters of puppies has resulted in people finding ruthless ways of discarding them, with the latest incident causing an outcry amongst animal lovers in Swakopmund. Two six week-old puppies were thrown into a rubbish dumpster in Mondesa by their owner, who tossed them away like trash, and left them there to die in horrifying conditions. Fortunately a Good Samaritan who had witnessed this act of cruelty immediately went to investigate, and found that the two small creatures had been discarded on top of a heap of building rubble and other rubbish. The site manager from Strydo Construction confronted the woman, who said she no longer wanted the puppies. He leapt into action after retrieving the petrified little mites, called in the Feed-APaw (FAP) team, who immediately took them in, fed them up, and appropriately named them 'Skippy' and 'Skipper'. According to Madelaine Strydom (FAP), the puppies were lucky to have been found alive. She has already rehomed Skippy

Hangana Seafood serves the community

In support of the annual Bank Windhoek Cancer Apple initiative to raise money for the Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN), Hangana Seafood (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of O&L Group, took to the streets last week and handed out

500 apples to the less privileged in the Kuisebmond community of Walvis Bay. Tanja Payne from Hangana said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a really humbling experience for the Hangana team as we are passionate about giving back to the community

and this was a twofold experience. The excitement and appreciation from the community is priceless and has certainly inspired us to give more willingly in order to make a difference in the lives of our fellow Namibians.â&#x20AC;?

through their Facebook page, but Skipper is being treated for the deadly 'cat flu' virus in the vet, and she hopes he will pull through. Feed-A-Paw is a non profit voluntary project run by Madelaine and her daughter Michelle, who feed hundreds of underprivileged dogs in the DRC and Mondesa each week. They also provide veterinary assistance to those township dogs that are run over and are in need of medical attention. Apart from their life-saving feeding scheme, they rescue puppies for re-homing, and all details on how you can contribute to this amazing cause, with details on their 'Feed-A-Paw Project' Facebook page. Meanwhile the Swakopmund SPCA has harshly criticised this type of treatment towards animals, warning people that this is unacceptable cruelty which is against the law. It was said that if people no longer want the responsibility of their animals, they must rather bring them to the SPCA where they can be re-homed and cared for. "Animals must not be treated like rubbish and thrown into garbage bins, it is unthinkable cruelty, and as a society we all need to protect the rights of animals and stop this abuse," said a SPCA spokesperson.

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

Tunacor donates sportswear and fish to Walvis schools Absalom Shigwedha

The Tunacor Fishing Company in Walvis Bay has sponsored sportswear for the De Duine Secondary School for the school's soccer and netball teams. Angelika Gamas from the company's Finance Department told Namib Independent that the donation also includes socks and water bottles. Tunacor has also given a 2 x 7.5 kg block of hake mince and groceries worth N$1 500 to Kuisebmond Secondary School for the school’s

Entrepreneurship Day, which took place on 8 July. Tunacor is a wholly Namibianowned company, which happened after Pescapuerta (a Spanish group) relinquished its 49 percent stake to a Namibian company, Kaume Group. Tunacor is one of the oldest fishing companies in Namibia, established around 1958. When he gave his address to the fishing sector in February this year, Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister, Bernhard Esau, said the fishing companies had contributed

N$48.7 million to the nation in 2015, as part of their corporate responsibilities. This, he said, was done

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INSTRUCTION CENTRE on the site. Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 109, Civic Centre. Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such ojection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay and the undersigned, in writing, not later than: NAME AND ADDRESS: APPLICANT(S):

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

Walvis Kickboxing Club Shines in World Champs Sports reporter The Walvis Bay Kickboxing Club are tremendously proud of the members that participated in the 43rd annual US OPEN/ISKA World Championships which took place on the 8 and 9 July 2016. The team achieved great success at one of the biggest Mixed Martial Arts competition in the world, and the only World Championship for Mixed Martial Arts being held in the USA - with a remarkable 4000+

participants from over 40 countries in attendance. Walvis Bay Kickboxing Club is the only kickboxing and mixed martial arts club in the region, that is affiliated and recognized worldwide. The official ISKA Namibia Sport Martial Arts team went under leadership of ISKA Namibia’s representative Sensei Dorothy Bachmann. Kickboxers from the club have been taking part at the US OPEN ISKA World Championships since

2013 under the South African flag. This is the first year that they represent ISKA Namibia, as Namibia is now recognized as a separate country at the US OPEN/ ISKA World Championships. The team consisted of six members with their results as follow: Sempei Danie Bachmann, Sanett du Prat, Ryno Gouws, Andrée Herlé, Natascha Sell and Sensei Dorothy Bachmann who started the club in 2011 and since then the club has grown in numbers.

Swakop Uranium, a Namibian world class uranium mining company, invites people who are self-motivated, energetic and wish to work in a High Performance Culture environment, to apply for the following role.

VACAnCY TRAnSPoRT CooRdInAToR Location: Husab Site – 67 kilometers from Swakopmund Reports to the Transport Manager MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To administer and coordinate passenger transportation fleet, ensures transportation routes and effective and efficient to ensure safe transportation of Swakop Uranium employees to and from the mine in a most effective manner and ensure optimisation of the transportation system. Key Performance Areas: • Transportation Resource Management: Provides management of transport schedule, frequency and staff; Compile shift program; Keep abreast of numbers per locations; Implement access control on busses/vehicles; Ensures adherence to road and transport rules; Ensure protection of Company assets. • Transport Systems and Schedule Administration: Minimize vehicle downtimes by identifying and correcting defects; Monitors vehicle utilization to achieve maximum productive use of the fleet; Manage tracking system of the Company; Ensures transport records are up to date and accurate. • Transport Legal Knowledge and Inventory Control: Provides supervision and guidance to subordinates; Maintains stock levels of consumable and non- consumable material at the sub-section; Ensure transport records are up to date; Ensure licenses/permits of all vehicles are up to date; Assist in preparation of annual budget; Controls costs. • Training Programme Administration and Maintenance: Administers and maintains the training programmes of subordinates; Ensures that drivers have the necessary licences and permits to operate respective vehicles and equipment; Arranges training. • Manage Performance of Self and Subordinates. • Establish and Maintain excellent working relationships with stakeholders. Requirements and experience: • Grade 12 with a relevant National Diploma in Transport Management. • Medically Fit. • 5-7 years’ experience as an Employee Transportation Controller/Officer of which 3 years should have been in a supervisory capacity. • Experience in the mining or manufacturing industry will be an added advantage. • Sound knowledge of passenger transportation rules and regulations. • Sound knowledge of the Passenger Transportation Act. • Valid Code C/CE/11 with a PDP (for Goods and Passengers) Send your cv’s and other relevant documents to recruitment@cgnpc.com.cn by 2 August 2016 Previously disadvantaged Namibians meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply. Through its commitment to its people, the company offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced and dedicated people in the industry. Clearly indicate the position you are applying for as well as your name and surname in the subject line of your application email. Applications received that do not meet the criteria will not be considered. Enquiries can be made directly to the Recruitment Team at 064 410 9000 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advertisement and no documents will be returned. Short-listed candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment selection assessments. For more information on the company, please visit www.swakopuranium.com

Proudly Namibian. At the Back from Left: Sempei Danie Bachmann & Ryno Gouws in the Middle from Left: The SA Management Team: Shihan Phil Anderson & Shihan Mike Herbig In the Front from Left: Andrée Herlé, Sensei Dorothy Bachmann, Natascha Sell & Sanett du Prat

Getting to know the Abidjan Convention Absalom Shigwedha

Namibia’s marine and coastal environment plays a critical role in the economic development of the country, through the fisheries industry as well as the tourism industry, as thousands of tourists who visit our coastal towns and beaches leave behind muchneeded hard currency. However, globally, marine and coastal areas of the world are currently suffering from marine litter, oil spills and excessive commercial fisheries and tourism. Therefore, measures aimed at the sustainable use of our oceans and coastal areas need to be put in place as a matter of urgency. It is with this this reality in mind that African countries, having a share of the Atlantic coast, established the Abidjan Convention (the Convention for Cooperation in the Protection, Management and Development of the Atlantic Coast of the West, Central and Southern Africa). This article, therefore, attempts to help the public understand what the Abidjan Convention is all about. The Abidjan Convention is one of the Regional Sea Programmes of the Nairobi-based United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), which was adopted in the Ivorian capital city, Abidjan in 1981 and came into force in 1984. It is therefore the overarching legal framework for cooperation in the protection, management and development of the marine and coastal areas of the Atlantic Coast of West, Central and Southern Africa. It covers the marine environment, coastal zones and related inland waters falling within the jurisdiction of the States of the West, Central and Southern African Regions (from Mauritania to South Africa inclusively). Currently, there are 16 contracting parties to the Abidjan Convention and they are: Benin, Cameroon, Congo-Brazaville, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, GuineaBissau, Liberia, Mauritania, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Togo and South Africa. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Namibia and Cape Verde

are in the process of acceding to it. The contracting parties to the Convention designated Ivory Coast as the Depository and UNEP as the Secretariat of the Convention. The Regional Coordinating Unit of the Abidjan Convention is in the Ivory Coast (in Abidjan). The Abidjan Convention has 13 Articles which lists the sources of pollution and other activities which require control, such as pollution from ships, dumping, land-based sources, exploration and exploitation of the sea-bed and pollution from and through the atmosphere. The Abidjan Convention also identifies environmental management issues for which cooperative efforts are to be made (coastal erosion, specially protected areas, combating pollution in cases of emergency and environmental impact assessment). The Convention also makes provision for scientific and technological cooperation and liability and compensation. Its Conference of Parties (CoPs) are its premier decision making body and these CoPs are held after every two years, whilst the Bureau of the Convention oversees the implementation of the convention between the two CoPs. The Abidjan Convention's funds come from its Parties, Governmental, InterGovernmental and Non-Governmental Organisations and other sources. It also works with a number of partners such as the African Union, International Maritime Organisation (IMO), International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), World Wildlife Fund (WWF), Large Marine Ecosystems, UNEP, NEPAD, JICA, SIDA, African Development Bank, Saudi Fund, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Canada, France, GTZ, World Bank. Some of the challenges facing the Abidjan Convention are that it is not yet well known at national levels, lacks political support and is in need of financial resources. Absalom Shigwedha is a Namibian freelance, award-winning, environmental journalist and serves as the Namibian Media Focal Point for the Abidjan Convention. E-mail - absalom.shigwedha@gmail.com

WBCG investigates

technology to increase transport safety Staff reporter

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG), whose mission it is to promote the usage of the port and corridors in Namibia, recognises that information and communication technologies offer opportunities to increase efficiency and safety in the transport industry. Although Namibia’s infrastructure is among the best in the region, transportation on Namibia’s vast road networks, known as the Walvis Bay Corridors, remains a continuous exercise which constantly needs improvement. Roadside facilities are scarce and scattered along the vast expanse of the corridors. Drivers have reported difficulty finding gas stations, repair shops, police stations, toilets, showers, hospitals and clinics along the road, especially when they drive outside of their home country. Those who were used to driving the same route have learned where it was safe to park, but less experienced drivers often rely on their managers or resort to asking people along the road, putting them at risk of being misguided. Rules and regulations such as driving hours, speed limits, and maximum axle load differ by country, and drivers who are unaware of such information risk

being fined. In addition, when French speaking drivers of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) travel to Namibia and Zambia or vice versa, the language barrier causes communication issues and complicates the process of getting help during an emergency. WBCG partnered with the Worcester Polytechnic Institute to investigate and design a prototype smartphone application that would assist truck drivers traversing the Walvis Bay Corridors. Four research students undertook the challenge to develop a prototype and visited Namibia for eight weeks to cultivate the idea. The objective of the project was to explore the possibility of using mobile communication technology to help truck drivers manage the challenges they face along the route. The proposed application features an intuitive and user-friendly interface, providing information on resources and dangers along the roads. The application would include a database of important roadside amenities, which the user can visualise in both a map view and a list view. WBCG’s Project Manager, Immanuel Shipanga, said that this Smartphone Transport Application has the potential to be of great value to the industry.

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Thursday, 21 July 2016

VACANCIES

CAtAlOgUE CONtROllER Location: Husab Site – 67 kilometers from Swakopmund Reports to the Materials and Warehouse Manager MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To control and maintain the Warehouse catalogue at Swakop Uranium (SU) in accordance with Company and Group specifications, standards, compliance of related items, end-users and supplier requirements. Key Performance Areas: • Compile and update catalogues of orders and supplies and ensures correct classification and coding of stock items through compliance to standards and procedures; • Administrative effectiveness through reports, and recommending amendments; • Maintenance of Hazardous Materials register; • Inspection of incoming and outbound goods and materials; • Customer Service and Liaison Effectiveness; • Review of daily inventory activities, maintenance of accurate inventory master files, manufacturer and catalog numbers, minimums and material descriptions; • Co-worker effectiveness; • Safety, Health, Environmental, Radiation & Quality Effectiveness; Requirements and experience: • Grade 12 or Supply Chain / Materials Management Certificate or National Diploma in Materials and Warehouse Management or related field will be an added advantage/NQA Qualification: Level 3/4; • 5 years general materials and warehouse management or logistics experience; • Experience working within a multi-channel company; • Code 08 Drivers License. Send your cv’s and other relevant documents to recruitment@cgnpc.com.cn by 2 August 2016 Previously disadvantaged Namibians meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply.

EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATOR Location: Husab Site – 67 kilometers from Swakopmund Reports to the Security Manager

Communication technology is needed to increase efficiency and safety in the transport industry along the Walvis Bay Corridor Group (Photo Donna Collins).

SECURITY SUPPLY SERVICES Operating in Walvis Bay and Swakopmund • Specialising in providing guarding services

Add-on services to clients include the latest technology surveillance cameras and alarms, WiseDrive Fleet Tracking and Personal Tracker Technology - Products that give you peace of mind. Our Watchlock... is a combination of a padlock, GPS locating system and cellular based communication capabilities that provides real-time event and location information through email, text message or web based application. Definitely a must for unsecured containers! Contact Danie @ 081 143 5808 or Bernabé @ 081 124 1156 SSS SECURITY WE PROTECT YOUR ASSETS – AFFORDABLE PEACE OF MIND

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To design, implement and lead comprehensive management plan for fire prevention, firefighting appliances maintenance and emergency response. Key Performance Areas: • Develops and implements high level emergency and fire management plan for all high risk work areas to ensure that effective response in the event of an emergency; • Co-ordinates the disaster response or crisis management activities; • Conducts site wide risk assessment studies and develops pro-active plans and preventative measures for high risk areas; • Identifies hazardous materials, evaluates the possibilities of potential loss and institutes appropriate corrective procedures; • Conducts audits on fire, equipment, safety and housekeeping; • Develops appropriate training programs on fire prevention as well as emergency responses; • Conducts training sessions to all SU employees and Contractors; • Conduct assessments on emergency training. • Schedules and conducts inspections of firefighting appliances and ensures an effective service and maintenance program is in place; • Implements the emergency response plan by inspecting and making recommendation where applicable, investigates incidents, identifies root causes and submit recommendations; • Attends to all audit finding and ensure corrective action is implemented. Requirements and experience: • Grade 12 with 20 points • National Diploma in Fire Technology • Certificate or Diploma in Emergency Response and Rescue • Valid Code C1 driver’s license • 8 - 10 years’ experience in firefighting in a mining/metals/construction environment Send your cv’s and other relevant documents to recruitment@cgnpc.com.cn by 28 July 2016 Previously disadvantaged Namibians meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply. Through its commitment to its people, the company offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced and dedicated people in the industry. Clearly indicate the position you are applying for as well as your name and surname in the subject line of your application email. Applications received that do not meet the criteria will not be considered. Enquiries can be made directly to the Recruitment Team at 064 410 9000 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advertisement and no documents will be returned. Short-listed candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment selection assessments. For more information on the company, please visit www.swakopuranium.com

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