Recent offshore oil and gas discoveries in Namibia could prove to be a turning point for the country. There is potential to attract billions in investment, create thousands of jobs, and drive major infrastructure projects. For a country striving to diversify its economy, this represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. However, to avoid the ‘resource curse’ and...
Rudolf Gaiseb Some northerners are divided, distressed and confused amid ongoing disputes over traditional authority in certain regions. This is according to the Body of Christ Party (BCP) president Festus Thomas. During the Tuesday Parliament session, he argued that the voices of legitimate traditional communities are being undermined. He added that leadership is being imposed...
Rudolf Gaiseb Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda in Parliament last Tuesday gave notice that lawmakers debate Namibia’s potential withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger recently announced their immediate withdrawal from the ICC, labelling it an “instrument of neo-colonialist repression”, the British Broadcasting Corporation revealed. The three military-led countries issued...
Heather Erdmann Wheelchair users in Windhoek embraced a first-of-its-kind self-defence programme this September, rolling out of the Windhoek Central Hospital chapel with sharpened awareness, renewed confidence and the power to fight back. The initiative was the brainchild of Patricia Pretorius, a senior occupational therapist at Windhoek Central Hospital, who oversees spinal cord rehabilitation and wheelchair...
Hilma Nalupe Ugandan digital security expert Andrew Gole has arrived in Namibia on Wednesday evening after completing a solo motorcycle journey across Africa under the #RoadToDigitalSafety campaign. His trip, covering more than 13 000 kilometres through ten countries, raises awareness about internet freedom and the need to protect vulnerable communities online. Gole’s arrival coincided with...
Rudolf Gaiseb The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) director for print media affairs Frans Nghitila affirmed that Namibia’s key strategies provide a bedrock for a digital economy that serves citizens, fosters innovation and connectivity, and strengthens trust in digital governance. He was speaking on behalf of his line minister, Emma Theofelus, yesterday at...
Windhoek’s Western Bypass has become notorious for claiming at least one life every two months if recent reports of fatalities along this stretch of road are anything to go by. Just this week, a young man lost his life as he attempted to cross the road. He was on his way to work to eke...
Zebaldt Ngaruka GOBABIS – A dusty affair is expected at Okahandja turf tomorrow when the country’s top racehorses converge for the Spring Cup . The event is organised by Okahandja Racing (OR), which has set aside N$ 211,000 for the participating racehorses in 19 sprints. Speaking to the New Era Sports, Otis Kotjipati, the president...
After nearly a year of tense negotiations, Namibia’s fishing industry witnessed a historic breakthrough this week. Hundreds of workers employed by NovaNam (Pty) Ltd and Lalandii (Pty) Ltd finally secured a wage agreement after 12 months of protracted bargaining. The signing of the Memorandum of Agreement, overseen by Minister of Justice and Labour Relations Fillemon...
Hilma Nalupe The 2025 Bank Windhoek NASFED National Open Short Course Championship started with a bang at The Cube in Swakopmund on Wednesday, as swimmers wasted no time making history in the pool. On the opening afternoon alone, eight Namibian short course records were broken, setting the stage for what promises to be five days...