Government, through the Ministry of Basic Education, Arts and Culture, has injected more than N$10 billion into capital projects in the education sector over the last 10 years. The funds, which total N$10 107 312 000, were used to build schools, refurbish dilapidated structures, and other infrastructure projects. Several other projects are expected to be...
Iuze Mukube Government wants to be given the choice to ensure the gradual removal of the Veterinary Cordon Fence (VFC) as opposed to Job Amupanda’s plea for its immediate removal. Herman Steyn, the government’s attorney, said the State is committed to implementing measures that will improve the lives of those north of the red line...
President Nangolo Mbumba described the late Sacky Amunyela as a patriot whose unwavering commitment to justice, equality and liberty defined his extraordinary journey. The President made these remarks yesterday when Namibia bid a solemn farewell to Amunyela, a veteran of the country’s liberation struggle. He was buried in Onayena in the Oshikoto region. The...
SWAKOPMUND – The Langer Heinrich Mine (LHM) is set to reach full-scale mining operations by 2026, with a target to produce six million pounds (2.7 million kg) of uranium annually. The mine, situated in the Erongo region, resumed production in March 2024, marking a major milestone for Paladin Energy, the majority owner with a 75%...
Alleged “mafia” boss and merchant in endangered species, Hou Xuecheng (47), made a second appearance in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court on Thursday on a charge of assault by threat. Xuecheng, who is no stranger to Namibian courts, allegedly threatened to shoot and kill Chinese businesswoman Stina Wu on 20 November last year in Windhoek. Hou...
Uakutura Kambaekua OPUWO – Opuwo circuit education inspector Naftali Uusiku said learners enrolled in schools where all grades are offered will not be allowed to switch schools.This policy is designed to maintain stability within schools by ensuring that enrolled pupils remain at their schools. It allows for better allocation of spaces and support for newcomers.Uusiku’s...
ONHELEIWA – The Omusati region has recorded 440 cases of gender-based violence (GBV) since January last year. This record places it as the fifth region with the highest number of GBV cases in Namibia. In the 2023/24 financial year, the Namibian Police recorded 4 814 GBV cases across all 14 regions. The Khomas region had...
Namibian and South African authorities seized millions of dollars from eight Namibian bank accounts linked to alleged illegal coal mining in the Carolina area of South Africa’s Mpumalanga province. More than N$52.5 million was confiscated which authorities say were the proceeds of, or were used to engage in illegal mining. The seizure was made by...
Chelva Wells Rehoboth residents are becoming increasingly frustrated by the continued closure of the Reho Spa Recreational Resort since 2011 after it fell into disrepair. The facility was transferred to the Rehoboth Town Council from the State-owned Namibia Wildlife Resorts in 2024 and has been undergoing major renovations since. According to local media reports last...
Moses Magadza An influential traditional leader is rallying other traditional leaders across the African continent behind ongoing efforts to eradicate child marriage. Chief Chamuka VI Dr Morgan Kumwenda is a gender equality activist and traditional leader of the Lenje ethnic group in Zambia. He was a special guest at a side – event co-hosted in...