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Omaudano okulotoka aNdangwa a fuma ko 
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Omaudano okulotoka aNdangwa a fuma ko 

Taimi Haihambo  Ngaashi eedoolopa dikwao, odoolopa yaNdangwa oya pangela omhangela opo yi uye po nomaudano okulotoka mo27 Sepetemba 2025. Omupopiliko wodoolopa Petrina Shitalangaho-Mutikisha okwa ti etondoko otali ka kala moinano yee 5km, 10km, 15km no 21km. Ta ti etondoko eli oli lile po okukaleka po oundjolowele wovanhu, okuhanganifa ovanhu modoolopa osho yo okuhanganifa ovanhu moudano...

Opinion – Honouring Ras Sheehama 
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Opinion – Honouring Ras Sheehama 

Namibia mourns the passing of Ras Sheehama, a voice of truth, resilience, and soulful rebellion who carried our nation’s conscience through his music. Through reggae, he expressed themes of struggle and injustice, as well as love, healing, and hope. Sheehama was not just an artist; he was a truth-teller who dared to envision freedom, dignity,...

Swapo Tsumkwe district conference put off
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Swapo Tsumkwe district conference put off

Zebaldt Ngaruka  OKATUMBA GATE – Members of the ruling Swapo party in Tsumkwe district are at logger-heads following the postponement of the party’s district conference last weekend.  The conference was set to elect the party’s candidate for Tsumkwe constituency to contest the upcoming regional council elections slated for 26 November 2025. Royal Kxao /Ui/o/oo, the...

RA certifies youth in road construction
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RA certifies youth in road construction

OPUWO – The Roads Authority (RA) celebrated a significant milestone on Tuesday, awarding certificates to 278 youths who successfully completed their training in road construction in Opuwo. The initiative forms part of the Roads Authority’s strategic vision, specifically regarding the ongoing phase one project of the Opuwo-Okangwati road. The training, which was completed last month at the...

Shafudah promises Agribank engagement on loan delays
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Shafudah promises Agribank engagement on loan delays

Minister of Finance, Ericah Shafudah, has pledged to engage the Agribank board over delays in approving loans for the purchase of commercial farms. Her assurance followed an urgent oral question in the National Assembly on Wednesday from Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani, who criticised the state-owned bank’s lengthy turnaround times. Venaani said Agribank, established...

Opinion –  Courtroom drama worrying in high-profile oil rot case
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Opinion –  Courtroom drama worrying in high-profile oil rot case

In recent weeks, Namibian courts have witnessed a dramatic courtroom battle involving the defence and the state in the high-profile case of the Namcor accused, popularly referred to by the public as the “oil rot” case.  The proceedings have drawn widespread public attention, not only because of the gravity of the alleged crimes but also...

Editorial – Namibia’s oil  potential promises hope
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Editorial – Namibia’s oil  potential promises hope

The discovery of oil offshore Namibia has highlighted the potential of transforming the nation’s economy and bringing home unprecedented opportunities for growth and development.  As excitement builds around the prospects of tapping into these newfound resources, it is crucial for Namibia and Namibians to carefully position themselves to maximise the benefits while avoiding the pitfalls...

Government to auction 1 500 vehicles
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Government to auction 1 500 vehicles

The Ministry of Works and Transport will auction 1 500 government-owned vehicles that have either clocked 120 000 kilometres or have been in use for more than five years. Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi announced this in the National Assembly on Wednesday, saying the planned disposal is part of efforts to ensure the government...

‘Boy-child needs government support’
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‘Boy-child needs government support’

Zebaldt Ngaruka  WITVLEI – The founder of the 4×4 Boys2Man initiative, Sidney Boois, has called for government support to groom and coach the boy child in society.  Established in 2020, the initiative was created to uplift the boy child and give him hope through a pragmatic approach to coaching. It also addresses toxic masculinity, mental...