I write with deep concern about the growing misuse of “suspensions and pending investigations” in our parastatals, municipalities, and town councils. These extended suspensions, sometimes lasting months or even years, are draining public funds, paralysing institutions, and psychologically damaging individuals who have stood firm against corruption. While Fillemon Nakashole at Nored remains suspended and receives...
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Shangadi’s fight to put Namibian powerlifting on world map
Hilma Nalupe When Phillipus Shangadi first walked into a gym back in 2018, he never imagined the weights he lifted would one day carry the hopes of a nation. What began as a simple quest to gain strength and confidence after years of being bullied in high school turned into a mission to make history. ...
Otjinene boxers need support – Tuaire
Zebaldt Ngaruka Following their stellar performance in the recent boxing competition held on the eve of Otjinene Expo, the chairperson of the Otjinene Boxing Club (OBC), Kaupaseneua Tuaire, said the future of the young boxers looks bright, but that they need support. The Otjinene boxers recorded six wins out of 10 fights, which Tuaire said...
Nekundi a talela po kopate yEngoyi-Omuntele
Taimi Haihambo Ehangano loRoads Authority opamwe nehangano lapewa oshinakuwanifa sho kumanifa opate ya Engoyi-Omuntele vati ove li pokuya momeva mapyu shaashi itava wanifapo oilonga yavo pefimbo. Edi oda popiwa kominista yee pate noilonga Veiko Nekundi, eshi eva mbadukila kopate oyo, inaveshi teelala oshivike shadja ko. Opate oyo, oi li moshitukulwa shaShikoto. “Konima ashike yee mwedi...
Omuhongwapangi vati a kupula ohanana kokandjuwo
Auleria Wakudumo Opolifi moshitukulwa shaHangwena oya tula moipandeko omuhongwapangi weedula 26 eshi vati a ekela kokandjuwo okaana keemwedi tadi tengenekwa dili pu hamano. Oshiningwanima eshi osha ningwa Etitano lwopo 03h00 youfiku lwaapo momukunda Engela mOhangwena. Edi oda kolekwa komupopiliko wopolifi Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi. Otaku hokololwa vati omuhongwapangi ou a ekela omonakadona woivike 28 komututu...
Oikolokosha moAngola ya piyaaneka eengeshefa dOvanamibia
Auleria Wakudumo Elipumomumwe lovakwashiwana nepangelo moAngola ola shunifa monima eengeshefa dOvamibia dihapu dashiivika nawa ‘order with me’. Ekuyunguto eli otaku hokololwa la etwa kelondo londado yomahooli moshilongo osho, osho sha eta yoo nondado yoyeendifo i ye pombada lutatu. Eshi osha etela Ovanamibia vahapu ovo hava yi koAngola oshoyo ovo hava tumu vakwao va kanife...
SA eyes new markets after US tariffs: Ramaphosa
JOHANNESBURG – South Africa (SA) will seek new markets in Africa and Asia as it continues to negotiate with the United States (US) over looming 30% trade tariffs, president Cyril Ramaphosa said yesterday. The US is SA’s second-largest trading partner, and Pretoria has warned the US levy could cost 100 000 jobs, with unemployment already...
Farmers’ Kraal with Erastus Ngaruka – Rangeland productivity, utilisation and degradation
Rangeland is defined as land with natural forage that livestock and wild animals use. Its productivity relies on rainfall and how it is used. Plants in rangelands need good environmental conditions and protection to establish, spread and stay resilient in agroecosystems or on farmland. Key features to assess rangeland productivity in grazing areas include grass...
Namibia maintains FMD-free status
Zebaldt Ngaruka The agriculture ministry has launched an awareness campaign for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) at multiple border points across the country. The aim is to empower farmers and residents to help control the virus in their areas. The nationwide campaigns began on 28 July and end today. Farmers and residents in various parts of the...
Opinion – Financing Namibia’s mining future: Unlocking unexpected connections
As Namibia hosts the 2025 Mining Expo & Conference, the mining sector stands at a defining, yet exciting dawn. Long regarded as a pillar of the national economy, mining is now being reimagined as a catalyst for inclusive growth, sustainability, and innovation. At Nedbank Namibia, we believe that the true value of mining lies in...









