A municipality is a local form of government whose members are elected and appointed to serve and manage the needs of a community or region, advancing development and stability. A municipality can be autonomous or semi-autonomous, depending on the provisions of the State constitution. A municipality must structure and manage its administrative, budgeting, and planning...
Namibia has achieved historical significance. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the country’s first female President and president of the Swapo Party. This marks a historic moment that will resonate far beyond our borders. Her election is a powerful statement about development, gender equality and strength Namibia’s democracy. However, as the country commemorated this historic achievement during...
The appointment of Ambassador Selma Ashipala-Musavyi is commendable. She brings a wealth of experience in the world of diplomacy, while Namibia focuses on advancing its global economic attractiveness. It is worth noting the progressive strides taken by Namibia’s newly-inaugurated President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Her decision to merge the ministries of international relations and cooperation with...
Iuze Mukube The curtain has come down on Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda’s court application for the removal of the veterinary cordon fence (VCF), also known as the redline. Judge Shafimana Ueitele yesterday dismissed the application, stating that the applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence to the court to support his claims. Amupanda also sought...
Chevla Wells The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced that heavy rains between 17 and 21 March have damaged graves at the Gammams Cemetery, and worsened road conditions across the city. “We encourage families to visit the cemetery to assess any potential damage and arrange for necessary repairs,” the CoW the statement read.It said those...
Uakutura Kambeakua OPUWO – The Namibian Police Force’s commander in the Kunene region, commissioner James Nderura, has urged motorists and pedestrians to refrain from crossing flooded rivers following heavy downpours recorded here over the past three weeks. Speaking to Nampa on Wednesday, he emphasised the dangers of crossing or attempting to navigate flooded rivers, noting...
Auleria Wakudumo Over five centres in the northern regions are experiencing delays in the pension fund distribution due to floods. Northern branch manager at Epupa Gerhard Nautoro stated that five centres in Oshana region experienced delays due to flooding. Three centres are set to receive their pension funds today. Two more centres in the Kunene...
Rudolf Gaiseb The Institute for Public Policy Research executive director Graham Hopwood said deep fakes and voice cloning generated with artificial intelligence as well as topics like immigration, race, gender and nationalism are exacerbated by disinformation. This creates ‘us vs them’ divisive narratives. He asserted that disinformation is worsening and being laundered through legitimate sources,...
The City of Windhoek is undergoing significant changes, both in terms of development and service delivery, as well as in its leadership. In January, the city council elected Ndeshihafela Larandja of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) as the new mayor. In her acceptance speech, she pledged to prioritise the provision of basic services, economic...
Lahja Nashuuta Hotani Roberto Donaven //Naobeb is a dedicated public servant. He is an accountant in the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture (MEIYSAC) in Windhoek’s head office. Having joined the government five years ago, he strongly believes that it is the responsibility of every Namibian to contribute their expertise to the...