BUKALO – Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Charles Mubita has directed law enforcement agencies to urgently step up protection of communities along the Namibia–Zambia border, following a surge in violent cattle rustling incidents in the Zambezi region. The directive comes as farmers continue to suffer heavy losses. One such victim, Oscar Mulonda, recently...
KABBE – Learners in flood-affected areas of Kabbe South and Kabbe North risk their lives daily in pursuit of education as they navigate dangerous waters filled with snakes, crocodiles and hippos. At Muzi Combined School, principal Robert Shakwa said the situation has worsened significantly this year, with the school now surrounded by water. “Currently, the...
BUKALO – Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Charles Mubita delivered a strong message against corruption and tribalism during Namibia’s 36th Independence Day celebrations in Bukalo on Saturday, calling for unity, accountability and decisive action to advance national development. Addressing Zambezi residents and political leaders, Mubita said Namibia must “move beyond reflection and embrace...
KABBE – Sicaba mwa lilalanda za Kabbe ya Mutulo ni Kabbe ya Mbowela bakwalezwi kimezi amuunda abonahala kunanuha hahulu, kusiya bayahi bazielehile, nikukwala lisebelezo ni kubeya bupilo bwabatu mwakozi. Mwangambolo ni New Era Ngambela waKhuta ya Masubia, moiwela Kabbe, Raphael Mbala naize mayemo nakalile kuba amaswe kwamakalo a Liatamanyi, mezi mwanuka ya Lymbai hakala kunanuha...
Katima Mulilo – As Namibia commemorated 36 years of independence, Bukalo is emerging as a symbol of rural transformation, showcasing strides in housing, infrastructure, water services and local economic growth. At the centre of this progress is Bukalo Village Council CEO Anna Sazita, who said the village successfully hosted the celebrations, while reflecting on the...
KATIMA MULILO – As Namibia prepares to mark its 36th Independence Anniversary, a proposal to rename Henties Bay in honour of Founding President Sam Nujoma has resurfaced. This has reignited conversation about national identity and historical recognition. Speaking in a public address, Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) lawmaker, who is also the party’s shadow minister...
KABBE – Communities in Kabbe South and Kabbe North have been cut off by rapidly rising floodwaters, leaving residents stranded, disrupting essential services and threatening livelihoods. In an interview with New Era, the Ngambela of the Masubia Traditional Authority, where Kabbe falls, Raphael Mbala, said the situation escalated rapidly in early March, as water levels...
KATIMA MULILO – Bayahi ba silalanda sa Sibbinda mwasikiliti sa Zambezi bapila mwasabo, kasamulaho likubu, litou ni litau nelibonwi liyambaela mabapa ni minzi. Balimi mwasilalanda sa Sibbinda babulela kuli kuyambaela kwalifolofolo nekukalile kasamulaho amuunda one utisizwe kimezi apula ane atibisize minzi yeñwi mwaSibbinda, kutisa kuli lifolofolo liyambaela kuzwa kolipila. Yene ili membala wandu yamilao ni...
KATIMA MULILO –Ngambela waMasubia Raphael Mbala ufile mamela hala kufela kwalitapi mwasikiliti sa Zambezi, mi nakupile swalisano yamubuso ni likhuta zasizo. Mwangambolo ni New Era Mbala naize litapi selibonahala kufukuzeha mwasikiliti. “Niha usebelisa tunyandi twa meeto amanyinyani, hakuna zokona kuswala. Tunyandi twasefa (wire gorges) tusweli kusinya lika kaufela – kukala katapi totunyinyani kuisa kwa mai...
KATIMA MULILO – Sibbinda residents in Zambezi are living in fear, as hippos, elephants and lions have been spotted roaming through their villages. According to affected farmers in Sibbinda, the unusual movement of wildlife in the area started after recent flash floods left large parts of Sibbinda submerged, creating conditions that allow animals to wander...