President Nangolo Mbumba on Tuesday described his 13-month tenure as the most challenging period for Namibia and its people. Mbumba took over the presidency from his late predecessor Hage Geingob who died in office in February 2024. He will now complete Geingob’s five year-term on Friday, handing over the presidency to Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. “I am...
A farewell dinner was held for Otjozondjupa Governor James Uerikua, Otjozondjupa Regional Council Chairperson Marlayn Mbakera and Grootfontein Constituency Councillor Elder Filipe on Tuesday. The private event in Otjiwarongo was attended by political office bearers and close friends. Uerikua stated that his office organised and funded the dinner at a cost of N$13 000 for...
Minister of Information, Communication and Technology, Emma Theofelus, has announced that 10 foreign leaders have confirmed their attendance for the inauguration of Namibia’s fifth President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on Friday. Nandi-Ndaitwah’s swearing-in coincides with Namibia’s 35th Independence celebrations, which will be held under the theme ‘Beyond 35 for a Prosperous Future.’ Speaking at the Government Information...
Namibia has been inhabited since prehistoric times by the San, Damara, and Nama. 14th Century AD – Bantu people begin to arrive during the Bantu expansion from central Africa. 18th Century – Oorlam people from Cape Colony cross the Orange River and move into southern Namibia. 1878 – The British colony of the Cape of...
Law schools encourage students to remain neutral, upholding the rule of law and advocating for justice without fear or favour. This principle lies at the heart of legal practice, where attorneys defend the accused, regardless of their personal beliefs. Recently, a prominent Namibian lawyer sparked a national debate by advocating for the decriminalisation of prostitution. ...
‘Don’t judge a fish by how it rides a bicycle’ is my favourite saying, as I believe it encapsulates the experience of some organisations offering advice. It is my view that one size does not fit all. Teaching a fish to ride a bicycle simply does not work. The notion that we can impose generic...
Finally, we answered that generational call, as we are about to swear in our fifth president, who happens to be first female president of country. Netumbo Ndemupelila Nandi-Ndaitwah is passionate about ethical leadership and service delivery as well as a staunch advocate for youth empowerment. Namibia and Namibians can be assured of the highest standard...
Lahja Nashuuta Namibia will mark a historic moment tomorrow as Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is inaugurated as the country’s first female president, ushering in a new chapter of leadership. Nandi-Ndaitwah was officially declared President-elect on 3 December 2024 after securing 57% of the vote in the presidential election, defeating opposition candidates Panduleni Itula and McHenry Venaani. Nandi-Ndaitwah...
Lahja Nashuuta Information and Communication Technology minister Emma Theofelus praised the New Era Publication Corporation for launching the Era Select digital segment. Era Select personalises news by allowing readers to subscribe exclusively to their preferred sections of the New Era newspaper at an affordable rate, such as Sport, Business, Main News, Agriculture and Vibez, a...
Rudolf Gaiseb International University of Management (IUM) founder David Namwandi has told his students to refrain from plagiarism. Speaking at the university’s official opening of the 2025 academic year earlier this week, he told students to stop being ‘copycats’ and strive to produce original work. “We are determined to make a difference. We do...