President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on government institutions and the private sector to urgently convert existing training budgets into structured internship and apprenticeship opportunities. She warned that Namibia’s growing number of graduates must not end up without work experience. She made the remarks yesterday at the University of Namibia (Unam) graduation ceremony in Windhoek, where...
As Namibia prepares to mark International Workers’ Day tomorrow, a new approach tothe commemoration is emerging. This is following a recent meeting between President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and leaders of the National Union of Namibian Workers (NUNW). This year’s event, to be held in Opuwo, will jointly be organised by government, employers and trade unions. ‘...
President Netumbo Nandi- Ndaitwah on Tuesday received Luke Malaba at State House to discuss ongoing cooperation between the Namibian and Zimbabwean judiciary matters. The latest visit was aimed at strengthening the rule of law and improving the delivery of justice. Malaba has been in Namibia for the official visit aimed at reviewing the implementation of...
President Netumbo Nandi- Ndaitwah has reaffirmed Namibia’s continued support for the people of Western Sahara following a courtesy visit by Aubi Bouchraya, Special Envoy of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. Bouchraya delivered a special message from President Brahim Ghali and provided an update on the latest developments regarding the long-running efforts to resolve the status...
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has called for a new and stronger military partnership with Namibia, describing the relationship between the two countries as one rooted in history, sacrifice and African solidarity. Speaking during a bilateral engagement in Windhoek, DRC deputy prime minister and minister of national defence and veterans’ affairs Guy Kabombo Muadiamvita...
Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Joseph Shikongo, has clarified that the recent reshuffle of senior officers is a planned, strategic move to strengthen the police force and improve service delivery nationwide. In an interview with New Era yesterday, Shikongo said the transfers are not driven by punishment or by a reaction to isolated incidents...
Iran has indicated it is ready to support Namibia with fuel supplies if shortages arise, while also blaming the United States (US) for blocking progress in renewed ceasefire talks. In an exclusive interview with the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation last Thursday, Iranian ambassador to Namibia Mohammad Beigi said his country remains committed to peace but will...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to defend and strengthen the country’s democracy. He said the legacy of founding National Assembly Speaker Mose Tjitendero must guide future generations. She was speaking at Heroes Acre on Sunday during the 20th commemoration of Tjitendero’s passing, alongside former president Nangolo Mbumba and other leaders. Nandi-Ndaitwah described Tjitendero...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned Swapo leaders against internal divisions and misinformation, saying such threats could weaken the ruling party. Nandi-Naditwah made the remarks on Saturday at the party’s headquarters in Windhoek as she officially opened the Central Committee meeting, during which Kadiva Hamutumwa and Sakarias Nendongo from the Namibia Exile Kids Association (NEKA), alongside...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for strong job creation, local ownership and sustainable implementation as government considers a major proposal to establish Africa’s first large-scale salmon farming industry in Namibia. This follows a meeting with a delegation from Namibia Atlantic Salmon Holdings (NASH), which presented plans to develop a fully integrated salmon industry along the...