Rudolf Gaiseb Otniel Hembapu President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the unity, camaraderie, patriotism and unwavering solidarity shown by all pockets of society throughout the mourning of former Otjozondjupa governor and Swapo Member of Parliament James Uerikua are an affirmation of his indelible leadership qualities. Speaking at Wednesday’s memorial service in honour of Uerikua and son Venturo...
SWAKOPMUND – Attorney General Festus Mbandeka has asked the High Court to dismiss an application brought by the Okapare Fishermen Association, arguing the applicant lacks locus standi. In law, locus standi refers to the right or capacity to bring an action or to appear in court. The Okapare Fishermen Association has dragged the agriculture and...
Dalene Kooper Preparations for this year’s highly anticipated 19th annual Lüderitz Crayfish Festival are in full swing. This was confirmed by festival trust chairperson Victoria De Klerk, who assured a fun and entertaining event. It will take place at the Old Power Station in Lüderitz. “Preparations are progressing well. Festival goers can expect an unforgettable...
Iuze Mukube Windhoek High Court Judge Gabriel Komboni has dismissed an application lodged on urgency by the ruling party Swapo. The application sought the eviction of camping ex-combatants from its headquarters in the capital. Judge Komboni ruled that the matter be struck from the roll yesterday, citing that the application lacked urgency. During the delivery...
Dalene Kooper Deputy health minister Suzan Ndjaleka says she will focus on the social wellbeing of all Namibians. “My personal responsibility will be to focus on the social well-being of Namibians. I’ll not be working with animals. We must be collectively aware that the healthcare and social well-being of everyone is important,” Ndjaleka said. She...
Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) lawmaker and deputy president Kalimbo Iipumbu has come out strongly in support of EFF leader Julius Malema following his sentencing in South Africa. Iipumbu described the case as “politically driven” and influenced by powerful interests. Speaking in an interview yesterday, Iipumbu said his party had been following the case closely...
The Namibian economy is expected to experience steady, moderate growth over the next two years. However, the pace is unlikely to deliver immediate relief to households and businesses. The latest economic outlook by the Bank of Namibia (BoN) states that the domestic economy is projected to expand by 2.6% in 2026 and 2.9% in 2027,...
RUNDU – For most students hailing from marginalised communities, attaining a tertiary qualification has been a distant dream. However, through concerted efforts from the government, parastatals and private entities, many young Namibians in informal settlements and rural villages have broken this ceiling. A case in point are 15 trainees at the Ngato Institute of Science and...
Iuze Mukube An administrative employee of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) appeared in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court yesterday on charges of fraud. Maria Hengari (41) was arrested on suspicion of causing Nust to lose over N$2 million by clearing student debts under false pretences, as the funds reportedly never reached the institution....
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah yesterday told global energy giant Shell that Namibia’s emerging oil industry must deliver direct benefits to its people. The company confirmed rapid exploration progress and pledged long-term partnership in the country. Receiving Shell’s top exploration executive, Eugene Okpere, at State House, Nandi-Ndaitwah made it clear that Namibia’s oil wealth will only be...