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Dying Light Beast Brings Insane Zombie Carnage
Kyle Crane returns to action after thirteen years of captivity and brutal experiments. The hero escaped his prison and seeks revenge against those who tortured him. Players will control a meaner version of Crane who feels angry at the world around him. His parkour skills remain sharp but he fights with more violence against humans and zombies. The character shows bitter emotions as he battles through dangerous situations. Techland created Dying Light: The Beast as a standalone game rather than downloadable content. The adventure offers about 20 hours of main story gameplay. Side missions and extra activities double the total playtime to around 40 hours. Developer Tymon Smektała says the game features improved graphics and weather...
Nekundi Big Win Seals Otjiwarongo for Swapo
Swapo party member Paulus Nekundi claimed victory at Otjiwarongo's special election Tuesday. Electoral Commission of Namibia returning officer Melody Muesee declared Nekundi the new constituency councillor Wednesday. Nekundi earned 3,235 votes to win the seat. Popular Democratic Movement candidate Ernst Muraranganda came second with 810 votes. Independent Patriots for Change representative Wilbardt Haihambo received 746 votes. Gabriel Manse from Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters captured 126 votes to finish fourth. Voters cast 4,935 ballots total with 35 marked as spoiled. Polling stations opened at 7 a.m. Tuesday and closed at 9 p.m. that evening. Officials counted votes immediately after polls closed. Muesee announced final results...
Namibia Makes Huge Bet on Green Hydrogen Power
Namibia wants to boost energy production across all sources to improve living standards for its people. National Planning Commission director general Kaire Mbuende spoke about these plans during a visit from Belgium tech company CMB.TECH Enterprises at State House Tuesday. The government aims to expand green energy, solar, hydro, green hydrogen, oil, gas and nuclear power options. Energy serves as a foundation for development and better quality of life, Mbuende explained. The country sees multiple energy pathways as key to progress. Belgian shipping company CMB.TECH Enterprises operates 255 ships from Antwerp and focuses on fleet containers. Company chief executive Alexander Saverys announced plans to invest in green hydrogen and green...
Govt Nets Mega US137m AfDB Cash
Zimbabwe and the African Development Bank strengthened their partnership during a recent workshop in Harare. The meeting focused on reviewing development projects worth 137 million dollars across the country. Government officials praised the bank's support for small businesses and renewable energy programs. The collaboration helps Zimbabwe work toward becoming a middle-income nation by 2030. Acting Chief Director Margireta Makuwaza said the workshop creates solutions rather than just checking progress. She emphasized how the partnership aligns with Zimbabwe's development goals under National Development Strategy 1. The government wants to continue this cooperation as they prepare National Development Strategy 2. Public and private...
DS De Golden Bhoy Shakes World With Supercilious
Eben Yelson shines as a star in Ghana art circles. People call him DS De Golden Bhoy. He makes films that help young people see new paths forward. His movie Supercilious was made through teamwork between Ghana and America. This film shows youth how to face hard times with hope. The NAACP Image Awards picked his work as the only Ghana project in 2023. Yelson went to the Oscars as Ghana film grew worldwide. His movie won prizes at festivals in Paris and Detroit. He believes stories change lives for real. Film experts from many countries notice his skill. Yelson brings American teachers to Ghana for local artists. He started in Hollywood to Africa to share knowledge with new talent. He teaches people just out of prison how to start fresh...
NatFoods Pasta Plant Slashes Imports and Saves Millions
National Foods opened three new factories that make pasta, biscuits and cereals from local crops. The company spent 22.7 million dollars on these plants during May. Zimbabwe used to import 40 including dollars worth of pasta each year from other countries. The new pasta factory makes 1,200 tons monthly against total demand of 3,500 tons. These investments help Zimbabwe save foreign money and create jobs. Chief executive Michael Lashbrook said the plants help National Foods move beyond basic food products. The company wants to add more value to wheat, maize and soya beans grown across Zimbabwe. National Foods has invested 50 million dollars over five years on plant upgrades and new equipment. The firm believes government policies...
Zimbabwe's Next Big Thing Is Complex Industry
Zimbabwe needs complex manufacturing to reach middle income status according to business leaders. The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries says building advanced factories offers the best path forward for economic growth. Countries achieve prosperity through either oil and gas wealth or sophisticated industrial systems. CZI president Mucha While Zimbabwe found some oil and gas deposits, developing those resources takes many years and massive investment. Manufacturing complexity provides a faster route to the government's Vision 2030 goals. The organization expanded from two technical staff to nearly 20 people to support this mission. Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube believes Zimbabwe shows strong progress toward upper middle income...
TaRMS Tax App Lets SMEs Ditch Paperwork
Zimbabwe's new tax computer system has made paying taxes much easier for businesses across the country. The Tax and Revenue Management System helps small companies register online without waiting in long lines. Business owners can file their tax forms from home and check their status anytime. Government officials say other African nations want to copy Zimbabwe's digital tax system. Countries like Uganda and Rwanda have sent teams to study how the program works. The system connects different government offices and shares information automatically. Small business operator Brian Zvarava registered his bakery online within days using the new system. He says the old paper forms were scary and took forever to complete. The digital process...
NatFoods Plants Slash Pasta And Biscuit Imports
National Foods launched three new manufacturing plants that produce pasta, biscuits and cereals from local crops. The company spent $22.7 plus million on these facilities during May. Zimbabwe imports about $40 million worth of pasta each year from other countries. The new pasta plant makes 1,200 tons monthly against total demand of 3,500 tons. Biscuit imports also arrive from South Africa and Zambia. Chief executive Michael Lashbrook said the plants help National Foods move beyond basic food products. The company wants to add more value to wheat, maize and soya beans grown locally. National Foods has invested $50 million over five years on plant upgrades and new equipment. The firm believes government policies support their expansion...
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