President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah yesterday highlighted the importance of Namibia’s long-standing relationship with North Korea. “As a country, we really value the relationship between Namibia and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. It is good that we find time to consult and strengthen our ties now and then,” the President stated during a courtesy visit by...
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Leaders welcome Genocide Remembrance Day
Traditional leaders in the //Kharas and Hardap regions have expressed strong support for the upcoming commemoration of the first Genocide Remembrance Day. The commemoration is slated for 28 May. Charles Eiseb, the team leader of the affected communities at the negotiating table, revealed this to New Era in an interview last week, saying the leaders...
‘Lueza ze lubulela’ …Nandi-Ndaitwah ushaela bukamuso bwa sepo
“Lueza ze lubulela” ki manzwi azibahala hahulu kubulelwa kimuuna wa lipisinisi David ‘Kambwa’ Sheehama kakuba kolwiso kubabatokwa lisebelezo za hae kuli bakana bataleleza lisepiso zabona. Kakukutakutela viki yefelile, Mueteleli wanaha Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah nabulezi manzwi ao, kutiiseza kuli kamaiso yahae itamile kutaleleza lisepiso. “Lueza ze lubulela ,” Nandi-Ndaitwah nabulezi hane afitisa manzwi ahae apili amayemo anaha...
Okahandja ‘butchers’ haunt nation
OKAHANDJA – The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has been directed to act swiftly and deploy everything at its disposal to investigate recent murders that have rocked the Garden Town – Okahandja – and ensure the perpetrators are apprehended and prosecuted. This directive was given by Safety and Security minister Lucia Iipumbu, who condemned the rising...
Oil giant promises win-win partnership with Namibia
Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies Patrick Pouyanné committed to deepening the company’s investment in the country’s energy, education and infrastructure sectors when he met President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House on Friday. During the meeting, Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomed Pouyanné and his delegation, reflecting on the growing international confidence in Namibia. “I was really saying it’s good...
‘We do what we say’ … Nandi-Ndaitwah ushers in an era of hope
“We do what we say” is a catchphrase commonly associated with local businessman David ‘Kambwa’ Sheehama as a guarantee to his clients that they will always deliver the services they promise. On several occasions yesterday, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah threw the phrase around, reiterating that her administration means business. “We do what we say,” Nandi-Ndaitwah said...
Pope Francis: Epitome of simplicity … leaves lasting impact on Namibia
The funeral of Pope Francis, who died on Monday, will be held on Saturday, the Vatican announced. The Argentine pontiff (88) died of stroke, less than a month after returning home from five weeks in hospital battling double pneumonia. The pope’s coffin – which he previously ordered should be of wood and zinc – will...
Groot Aub wants to dump Windhoek
GROOT AUB – The Groot Aub settlement, which is located about 60 kilometres south of Windhoek, wants to be returned to the administrative control of the Khomas Regional Council (KRC) for more efficient service delivery. This position was expressed by Windhoek Rural constituency councillor Piet Adams, who was elected a little over four years ago....
Nandi-Ndaitwah mourns the passing of Pope Francis
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Pope Francis, describing him as an extraordinary leader who served the world with compassion, courage, and integrity. In a statement issued yesterday following the pope’s death, Nandi-Ndaitwah said humanity had lost a strong spiritual leader who will be remembered for his dedication to helping...
Presidency quashes fake deportation claims
The Namibian Presidency has strongly refuted claims circulating on social media platforms which allege that President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has ordered the deportation of over 500 American nationals. In a statement released yesterday, presidential press secretary Alfredo Hengari addressed the widespread misinformation, urging the public to exercise vigilance. He said the Presidency is deeply concerned about...