IMPALILA – Home affairs minister Albert Kawana has urged his Zambian counterpart to expedite the implementation of the agreement that allows people from both nations the convenience of crossing the border using their ID cards. His call signifies the need, seeing that Namibia and Botswana have already extended the usage of national identity cards for...
IMPALILA ISLAND – A new chapter has opened at Impalila Island with the commissioning of a N$2.9 million floating jetty. The inauguration ceremony on Monday was led by deputy prime minister John Mutorwa, who is also works and transport minister. It marked the beginning of a significant milestone in the island’s development. “This jetty is...
BUKALO – In a decisive step toward rural development, the Namibian government has officially launched the construction of the Bukalo-Muyako-Ngoma and Sikanjabuka-Sizimbukwato roads. The initiative, spearheaded by Works and Transport Minister John Mutorwa, is a testament to the country’s commitment to connecting rural communities and fostering economic growth. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday,...
KONGOLA – Lipiho zenca za butuku bwa mbingwa ze mashumi amabeli kazelobapeli neli bihilwe mwaha wo wamasheleñi. Lipiho neli zwelela mwa likiliti za Kavango ya Upa, Kavango ya Wiko, Zambezi, Khomas ni Oshana, likolo la makete neli patalalize. Butuku bwa mbingwa busiala kuba pilaelo hala makete asicaba. Buñata bwa batu babapila ni butuku bakendiwa niku...
KONGOLA- Likwambuyu wa likolo la makete Dr Kalumbi Shangula ufitisize pilaelo hala kuzuha kwa butuku bwa malaria mwanaha Namibia, sihulu mwa sikiliti sa Zambezi. Likwambuyu napatuluzi viki yefelile kuli Zambezi nebihile lipiho ze 3 385 ni lifu liliñwi kuzwa Sope 2025. Nabulezi hala tokwahalo yaputako kusebeza katata kulwanisa butuku. “Malaria ifumaneha hahulu mwa likiliti ze lishumi...
KATIMA MULILO – A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Mashosho village in Kongola between Friday and Saturday when an eight-year-old boy, Tapelo Liyemo, was found dead by suicide. According to police reports, Liyemo, a Grade 2 learner at Kongola Combined School, had returned home from school around 13h30. “He was looking for food, but found that...
KATIMA MULILO – Health Minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula on Friday commissioned a purpose-built medical boat aimed at bridging the gap in healthcare access for communities in flood-prone areas in Zambezi region. “We gathered here today for a very special occasion to witness the commissioning of a purpose-built boat, designed to facilitate the transportation of health...
KONGOLA- Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula has raised alarm over a serious malaria outbreak in Namibia, particularly in the Zambezi region. The minister yesterday revealed Zambezi has recorded 3 385 cases and one death since January 2025. He outlined the urgent need for intensified efforts to combat the disease. “Malaria is endemic in 10 out...
Albertina Nakale KONGOLA – Twenty-eight new cases of leprosy were recorded this financial year. The cases are reported in Kavango East, Kavango West, Zambezi, Khomas and Oshana, the health ministry has revealed. Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, remains a significant public health concern, particularly in certain regions of the world. Most people living with...
The Zambezi region and Namibia at large are mourning the death of Charles Siyauya, a respected leader and former chairperson of the Bukalo Village Council. Siyauya passed away on Monday due to suspected heart complications. He served as the Namibia Football Association (NFA) secretary general until his passing. He once also served as the Swapo...