Rudolf Gaiseb The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has allocated N$393.3 million for energy supply in the 2025/2026 financial year. The largest amount in the ministry’s budget will contribute to efforts to achieve universal access to electricity by 2040. The ministry’s total budget is N$939.5 million. Deputy Prime Minister Natangwe Ithete, who also...
The adage that “a good dancer knows when to leave the stage” simply implies that it is crucial to recognise when to move on from a situation, even if it has been enjoyable or successful, before it becomes detrimental. It is an expression former National Unity Democratic Organisation secretary general Joseph Kauandenge (JK) claims to...
Lahja Nashuuta Sergeant George Shilongo Shikwanyu is a shining example of dedication, integrity and community-driven leadership. As the second-in-command administrative officer at the Maltahöhe police station, he views his role not just as a job, but also as a calling to protect and support the community he serves. “I am a Sergeant First Class,” Shikwanyu...
The old sayings, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere,” and “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing”, echoed loudly as we pen this week’s editorial. However, we will not get tired, relent or equivocate in bringing to your attention how evil a society we...
In Part 1, I mentioned that the process of the allocation of supervisors and students’ doctoral research proposals in most universities usually takes undue time, running to months and months on end. Once this frustrating process is complete, and you have your supervisors and proposal approved, introduce yourself to your supervisors and prove to them...
PORT SUDAN – Paramilitary drones struck army-held areas of eastern and southern Sudan for a fifth straight day yesterday, army sources said, prompting an exodus of civilians from Port Sudan, seat of the army-backed government. The attacks targeted the country’s main naval base outside Port Sudan, as well as fuel depots in the southern city...
GAZA CITY – First responders in Gaza yesterday said their operations were at a near standstill, more than two months into a full Israeli blockade that has left food and fuel in severe shortage. Israel denies a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in the Gaza Strip, where it plans to expand military operations to force Hamas...
KYIV – Ukraine’s parliament yesterday was set to vote on ratifying a resources deal with the United States that Kyiv hopes will pave the way to further military support. The deal, signed last week in Washington, will see Washington and Kyiv jointly develop Ukraine’s natural resources and minerals. Securing a fresh agreement was seen as...
Action in the Debmarine Premiership will continue this weekend, with several matches lined up for Saturday and Sunday. The weekend’s fixtures kick off tomorrow. Rundu-based Julinho Athletic is set to square off against Bucks Buccaneers at 14h00 at the Rundu Sport Stadium. Simultaneously, at the Independence Stadium in Oshakati, Chula Chula will clash with Okahandja...
Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture Sanet Steenkamp on Tuesday announced that the Namibian government has allocated a sum of N$127.5 million for hosting the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Games. The 11th edition of the AUSC Region 5 Youth Games is scheduled to take place in Windhoek and Swakopmund...