ABIDJAN – The withdrawal of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) takes effect tomorrow after a year of political tensions, fracturing the region and leaving the bloc with an uncertain future. On 29 January 2024, the three countries, led by military regimes, formally notified ECOWAS of their...
Early signs of financial trouble often go unnoticed until they escalate into more severe issues. Recognising these signs can help individuals and small businesses take proactive steps to mitigate financial distress, and avoid potential defaults. One of the primary indicators of financial trouble is consistent difficulty meeting monthly financial obligations. This might manifest as struggling...
A pressure group of Okahandja, Gobabis and Windhoek residents led by activist Shaun Gariseb has demanded the appointment of special investigators within the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to expedite the finalisation of pending cases. “We demand that special investigators are appointed in accordance with Article 14 of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act of 2003 with immediate effect...
OMUTHIYA – Oshikoto governor Penda Ya Ndakolo has called on councillors in his region to cooperate with communities and traditional leaders for the benefit of the region’s inhabitants. He made this call during the swearing-in ceremony of newly-elected regional councillor of the Guinas constituency Moses Khumub in Omuthiya yesterday. He stressed that leaders should strive...
Rudolf Gaiseb The Katutura Magistrate’s Court has once again postponed a case involving six men accused of murdering Patrick Hamupunda (31) due to the State’s failure to comply with the prosecutor general’s instructions. The investigating officer has been given until 26 February to finalise the directives issued by the prosecutor general on 12 November 2024....
Sawi Hausiku The Shambyu Senior Secondary School in Kavango East spends thousands of dollars annually on renting private facilities for school activities, as it does not have a school hall. The school has been without a dedicated hall since its establishment in 1933. This impacts essential functions such as assemblies, examinations and community meetings. The...
BERLIN – Joachim Löw is interested in a return to coaching, four years after stepping down as Germany helmsman, preferably at another national team and possibly at the 2026 World Cup. Sport Bild said in a report published yesterday that Löw, who turns 65 next week, can only see himself as a national team coach,...
Goalkeeper Andre Onana hopes Manchester United’s 1-0 win at Fulham proves a “turning point” in their season. Lisandro Martinez’s 78th-minute strike earned Ruben Amorim’s side victory at Craven Cottage on Sunday, lifting them up to 12th in the Premier League table. Defender Martinez’s deflected long-range effort was almost cancelled out in the final minutes by...
OPUWO – Nine Eleven and Gerros Uri-Khob Football Academy have established an early lead in the Namport Oshikoto First Division Football League. They amassed 12 points, maintaining perfect records as the only two teams at the top of the standings. This weekend’s Oshikoto League matches at the Omuthiya Stadium saw Nine Eleven achieve the biggest...
Auleria Wakudumo Omulumenhu weedula 30 okwa tuwa nombele molwaashi a anyena omulumenhu weedula inadi shiivika oN$20. Oshiningwanima osha ningilwa poundingosho hava ifanwa Omahenene komukunda Omeege moshitukulwa shaShana. Eshi osha kolekwa komukulunhu koshikondo shokukonakona oimbuluma moshitukulwa shaShana, Deputy Commissioner Frederick Ndjadila. Otaku hokololwa kutya vati omufekelwa okwa pula nakuninga oshikanwa opo emupe oN$20, a dule okulandasha...