Kaviveterue Virere Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Gaudentia Kröhne said government is committed to establishing chances that support social inclusion, poverty alleviation, and economic development, particularly in areas where women bear most of the burden. Speaking during the 8th Rural Women Parliament this week, she emphasised that women, particularly in rural areas, are...
FRANKFURT – German business sentiment unexpectedly fell in September, a closely watched survey showed yesterday, in a setback for Chancellor Friedrich Merz as he tries to revive Europe’s top economy. The Ifo institute’s confidence barometer fell to 87.7 points, down from 88.9 in August, breaking a run of eight straight increases. Analysts polled by financial...
OMUTHIYA – Tsumeb town in the Oshikoto region is amongst the top 10 towns in the country with the highest urban populations, according to the 2023 Namibia Population and Housing Census. The town, which ranked last on the list of 10, had a population of 34 960 residents in 2023. The other towns and city...
Hilma Nalupe The Omaruru Motocross (MX) track roared to life this past weekend as it hosted the seventh leg of the Namibian Motocross Nationals, delivering a weekend of unforgettable racing and heartfelt moments. Before the first gate dropped, the motocross family united in an emotional show of solidarity for Leon van Wyk, a fellow MX...
Iuze Mukube A Khorixas resident accused of allegedly murdering the mother of his three children to prevent her from testifying in a rape allegation against him, has submitted not guilty on three charges levelled against him. Arnold Khamseb (50) made the submissions before Judge Claudia Claasen last week. Khamseb is facing one count of murder,...
Rudolf Gaiseb Minister of Justice and Labour Relations Wise Immanuel said trade unions must execute court proceedings on behalf of their members. This follows after infamous reports and an issue raised by the official opposition political party, Independent Patriots for Change, that workers’ unions representing security guards fail to open labour cases. “While I acknowledge...
Iuze Mukube A 25-year-old resident of Gobabis was on Monday found guilty on seven charges after causing the death of a female passenger when he rammed his vehicle into a stationary car in 2023. Denzil Xavier Dawids faced eight charges, including murder, reckless or negligent driving, two counts of attempted murder, two counts of assault...
Zebaldt Ngaruka OTJOMBINDE – The Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries Water and Land Reform embarked upon the development of bulk water supply infrastructure across the country as one of the priorities within the sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). This was revealed by Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamuani at the official opening of the Otjombinde Agricultural Show held...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The organiser of the Otjiwarongo Youth Cup Raisameua Kasaona described the annual football tournament as a success. He said the anticipated competition saw 38 football battling against each other in the U/11 to 18 age groups from both boys and girls at Paresis Sports Ground. The City Pro U/11 boys were crowned champions...
Matheus David The Namibian Police have confirmed the arrest of 10 suspects in drug related charges over the weekend. The operation conducted resulted in the seizure of cannabis, cocaine and madrax with a total value of N$19 820. On Friday at Rehoboth, it is alleged that a 36-year-old Namibian male, suspect, was found in possession...