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Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) and the University of Namibia (Unam) are teaming up to tackle the growing problem of alcohol abuse among university students. In a bid to promote responsible drinking, the two institutions have launched an innovative peer education program aimed at raising awareness about the risks of excessive alcohol use and encouraging moderation. ...
Katima Mulilo is gearing up for a vibrant and unforgettable festive season filled with activities and events that cater to all ages and interests. From 19 to 23 December, the town will come alive with sports tournaments, cultural celebrations, and heartwarming initiatives designed to foster community spirit and celebrate the holiday season in style. In...
The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Joseph Shikongo, has reminded road users with outstanding warrants of arrest for traffic violations to check the system before travelling. He made these remarks in an interview with New Era this week, following the circulation of lists containing names of traffic offenders with unpaid fines, shared widely on...
As Namibians head to their festive holiday destinations, many are attracted to the seaside to enjoy times with family and loved ones. Water safety expert Jonas Sheyavali told this publication that drowning incidents continue to be a cause for concern as the number gradually increases with children swimming unsupervised becoming a major concern. “About 25...
The chief executive officer of the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa), Kenneth Simataa Matomola, has been appointed as a member of the executive committee (Exco) of the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) during the annual general meeting held on 5 December in Cape Town, South Africa. IAIS is a global standard setting body...
The domestic economy maintained a positive growth trajectory during the third quarter of 2024 albeit at a slower pace when compared to the same time last year. According to the central bank, Namibia’s economy registered a growth rate of 2.8% during the third quarter of 2024, which is lower than the 3.1% growth recorded in...
The recent hacking of Telecom Namibia has exposed serious flaws in the nation’s approach to cybersecurity. Sensitive data was reportedly compromised, exposing vulnerabilities in critical systems – an event that underscores how unprepared we are for modern digital threats. This breach isn’t just Telecom’s problem; it reflects the vulnerability of Namibia’s digital infrastructure, including public...
A fortnight ago, the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation suspended its executive editor, Anna Nicodemus. This came after Nicodemus made comments in an interview on Newzroom Afrika about the health of president-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, nicknamed NNN. Following her suspension, it has been felt within the media fraternity that press freedom is under attack. Therefore, should the media...
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) recently concluded its four-day National People’s Assembly (NPA) at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Soweto, Johannesburg. They adopted a declaration of intent centred on economic transformation, land redistribution, and addressing systemic inequalities. However, beyond these resolutions, the congress revealed deeper tensions in the party’s internal politics. Julius Malema, the party’s...
They persecuted him. They called him all sorts of bad names. Some coughed up phlegm and spat on him – especially those from the white monopoly capitalist community and many of his erstwhile comrades. Paradoxically, he was tried and convicted by the courts that used the same Roman-Dutch laws he had fiercely fought against during...