Hilma Nalupe What began as a small backyard operation in Windhoek has grown into a successful business. Boerseep, a traditional soap brand founded by local entrepreneur Martha April during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, is now available on shelves across the country. Using a time-honoured recipe consisting of just three ingredients – animal fat,...
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Merging hydrogen industries into cross-sector prospects … as innovators and investors explore rapid industry expansion
Pinehas K Pinehas The African Global Hydrogen Summit, held last week at the Mövenpick Hotel in Windhoek, provided a platform for innovators and investors to explore opportunities within the rapidly expanding hydrogen sector. More than just an energy conversation, the summit showcased how different industries are converging to support and accelerate the development of hydrogen...
A pastor in politics …‘Commander Erickson’ sets sights on Helao Nafidi mayorship
Lahja Nashuuta The charismatic church leader, who heads the True Gospel of Salvation Ministry, will stand under the banner of the Body of Christ Party (BCP), which currently holds one seat in the National Assembly. Festus leads a congregation with 92 branches across the country, supported by more than 420 pastors. His ambition is to...
SUN petitions for free, equitable education
Kaviveterue Virere The Students Union of Namibia (SUN) launched a nationwide petition last week. They want Namibia’s Free Education Policy to be fully and fairly implemented. The goal of the petition is to encourage young people, students and the general public to demand that all Namibians have equitable access to education. The move is a...
Swapo Okongo office renamed after First Gentleman
Auleria Wakudumo The Swapo Party’s Okongo district office has been officially renamed after the First Gentleman, Lieutenant-General (Rtd) Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah. This is in recognition of his contribution to the liberation struggle and continued commitment to national development. Speaking at the renaming ceremony, Ndaitwah expressed gratitude to the party leadership. He urged members to remain...
Hamukwaya reaffirmed as NNPC contact despite suspension
Hesron Kapanga Despite being suspended from his role at the Namibia National Paralympic Committee (NNPC) last month, Michael Hamukwaya has been reaffirmed by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) as its recognised contact person for Namibia. The former NNPC Ssecretary general, was relieved of his duties in August by an interim committee chaired by Daniel Trum....
Assault on Gaza ‘reckless’: UK FM
LONDON – British foreign minister Yvette Cooper yesterday condemned Israel’s ground assault on Gaza City as “utterly reckless and appalling”, calling instead for an immediate ceasefire. “It will only bring more bloodshed, kill more innocent civilians and endanger the remaining hostages,” she said in a post on X. The European Union warned Tuesday that Israel’s...
KADA calls on Katima to vote with purpose
KATIMA MULILO – The Katima Alliance Development Association (Kada) has encouraged residents of Katima Mulilo in the Zambezi Region to vote with purpose during the Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections. Addressing a media conference on Saturday, KADA chairperson Benson Kaapala said the removal of councillors from Katima Mulilo Town Council by the Minister of...
King’s Baton Relay launched in Namibia
Hilma Nalupe The Namibia National Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Association yesterday launched the King’s Baton Relay in Windhoek, marking the beginning of a historic sporting celebration in the country. The event was unveiled by CEO Anri Parker, who said the relay would be hosted in Namibia through various activities from 25 to 27 September...
Ongwediva roaming dog bites alarming
Taimi Haihambo ONGWEDIVA – Residents of Ongwediva say it has become unsafe to walk freely in the town, as stray and roaming dogs continue to attack people. In a space of one week, three people were reportedly bitten by dogs. This was confirmed by Ongwediva Town Council’s environmental health practitioner Penda Kashihakumwa. He said more...









