Iuze Mukube During a trial, the public’s focus is mostly on the nature of the offence, the perpetrator, the victim and, at the end of the day, the outcome of the case. What is often overlooked is the emotional pain and lasting trauma left behind in the wake of the crime, which is ultimately deeply...
Auleria Wakudumo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced plans to establish a building materials manufacturing facility in Otjiwarongo to significantly reduce construction costs and improve access to affordable housing. The president made the announcement while responding to questions from the National Unity Democratic Organisation (Nudo) lawmaker Vetaruhe Kandorozu, in Parliament during the State of the Nation Address....
OKONGO – The Okongo Village Council has extended the deadline for the revocation of unoccupied plots with outstanding arrears of N$20 000 and above. This gives affected owners additional time to comply. The council announced that the deadline for compliance was moved from 1 April to 1 May 2026, following consultations with residents, property owners...
Auleria Wakudumo Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening water security and reduce impacts of recurring floods and droughts through the harvesting and preservation of rain and flood water. This follows ongoing initiatives by the agriculture ministry in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister to implement sustainable water harvesting solutions across the country....
A recent three-day medical outreach programme has brought relief to hundreds of residents in the Outapi area. A total of 678 people received free medical services during the Omusati medical campaign, which concluded last Friday. The initiative targeted underserved communities, delivering essential healthcare directly to villages through outreach points set up at government schools and...
A new chapter in Namibian athletics is unfolding with the launch of The Collective. The platform designed to unify talent development and strengthen the country’s sporting ecosystem. Founded by Hanjo de Klerk, The Collective seeks to identify, nurture and promote young athletes through a structured system that connects coaches, athletes and stakeholders. Officially launched in...
EAST LONDON – Hundreds of red-clad supporters of radical left-wing opposition leader Julius Malema gathered in a South African city yesterday ahead of his sentencing for firing anassault rifle at a rally eight years ago. The case against the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party leader was laid by the small far-right group AfriForum, which has...
The Opuwo Annual Trade Fair Society will host its third horse racing showdown at the Newman Katuta Sports Field from 25-26 April 2026. Organisers promise a thrilling weekend of sport, culture and community engagement. The event is aimed at expanding activities within the annual trade fair while giving local riders a competitive platform to showcase...
Rudolf GaisebImagine arriving at a health facility with malaria and the treatment is no longer working. This is a possibility we may face if drug resistance continues to emerge.Meet Lydia Eloff, a postgraduate research fellow and PhD candidate in malaria genomics at the University of Namibia (Unam). She is passionate about expelling this possibility through...
“The ANNA project is not merely a transmission line. It is a strategic instrument that will connect our economies, strengthen our institutions and improve the lives of our people.” This sentiment was expressed by Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse, marking a significant milestone in regional energy collaboration as Namibia and Angola officially...