In a compelling statement at the high-level session titled ‘Our Waters, Our Future: Transboundary Water Cooperation to Power Climate Resilience’ held in Slovenia, Namibia’s Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein highlighted the urgent need for transboundary water cooperation as an essential foundation for climate resilience and sustainable development in Southern Africa. Reflecting...
Lahja Nashuuta Zimbabwean-born public speaker Joshua Maponga has told the ruling party to set the nation’s agenda, and to never be mistaken for an opposition party. He said this during one of the discussions to unpack Swapo’s election manifesto in the capital on Monday. “Swapo, hear me well. Stop acting like an opposition party. You...
KEETMANSHOOP – The //Kharas Regional Council, in collaboration with the Keetmanshoop Municipality, on Monday broke ground for the envisaged Keetmanshoop urban brickmaking project. The regional council has earmarked N$400 000 for the project, while the municipality has provided the land which is at Camp 60, about two kilometres outside Keetmanshoop. The project is set to...
OSHIKUKU – Finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi says the government remains committed to economic emancipation for Namibians through the hosting of trade fairs. He made the remarks in a speech read on his behalf during the official opening of the third edition of the Oshikuku Annual Trade Fair on Tuesday. The trade fair is an opportunity...
Paulina Ndalikokule BRAVO – More than 100 children between three and six years from the marginalised community of Bravo in Mpungu constituency, Kavango West, now have access to decent education following the inauguration of Langman Tame Early Childhood Development Centre (ECD) on Wednesday. The ECD centre was constructed at a cost of more than N$5.3...
Zebaldt Ngaruka PLESSIS PLAAS – Ovambanderu from all walks of life have descended on the Omaheke region’s Epukiro constituency to celebrate 100 years of migration from concentration camps to Epukiro. Speaking to New Era, Ovambanderu Traditional Authority spokesperson Uazenga Ngahahe said the activities will commence today at Omukuruvaro in Okorukambe constituency. “The purpose of this...
Lahja Nashuuta Thomas Iyambo is a goal-driven, detail-oriented public servant, who devoted his productive years to ensuring that public servants are given medical care. He is an administrative officer in the Medical Aid division within the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises. He is responsible for providing administration and managed care services to Public Service...
The voices of young people in discourses to address global issues cannot be overemphasised. They are affected by the crises that rage in the world around us – be it climate change, conflicts and wars, as well as unemployment. Listening to their views and perspectives, equipping them with information to understand and appreciate the...
The importance of census data cannot be overstated. Accurate census data is crucial for a wide array of national interests, including economic development, transportation, healthcare, education, business planning and overall decision-making. It plays a vital role in planning and enforcement, helping to shape socio-economic policies and improve the welfare of the population. Conducted by the...
GABORONE – The arid and sparsely-populated country of Botswana yesterday counted the votes from elections expected to return president Mokgweetsi Masisi to office after a first term marked by growing unemployment and concerns over the diamond-dependent economy. Voting on Wednesday was orderly in a country proud of its democratic system installed on independence from Britain...