Hamwoongo v Government of the Republic of Namibia [2022] NAHCMD 24 (30 January 2023) Background The plaintiff sued the defendants in her capacity as the biological grandmother and legal guardian of her minor grandson who was born on 15 September 2005. The third to eighth defendants are members of the Namibian Police Force who were...
Limba Mupetami Life on the outskirts of Windhoek, particularly in informal settlements such as Havana, Kilimanjaro, Okuryangava, Ombili, and Babylon, is marked by resilience and resourcefulness. Many residents face daily challenges yet find ways to keep themselves busy and maintain their households. Some enjoy laundry and cooking, others keep themselves busy with informal work despite...
Rudolf Gaiseb Perennial political survivor Vincent Kanyetu yesterday launched the newest political kid on the block: the Action Democratic Movement (ADM). Kanyetu is ADM’s interim president. He needs no introduction to the local political theatre. He previously served as secretary general (SG) for the DTA, the precursor of the Popular Democratic Movement. He went on...
Over 600 employees of the Namibia Industrial Development Agency (Nida) rejected a 5.4% once-off payment proposal by their management. This follows negotiations held on Wednesday between the Nida management and Namibia Food and Allied Workers Union representatives after regional and headquarters’ staff downed tools on Wednesday. Shop-steward Marvin Tjikongo said wage and employment conditions demands...
Zebaldt Ngaruka Okakarara – Epukiro The Okakarara Constituency Crime Prevention Association (OCCPA) held a workshop from Monday to today at Opamwe Youth Hall in Okakarara. About 200 volunteers from the community crime prevention forum attended thefive-day workshop that was facilitated by the Namibian Police Force (NamPol). In an interview with New Era, OCCPA chairperson Vezuva...
Sawi Hausiku RUNDU – The Mbunza Traditional Authority will be celebrating the 23rd anniversary of Hompa Alphons Kaundu’s chieftainship tomorrow. Mbunza Traditional Authority chief councillor Dagbert Mukoya told Nampa on Wednesday the aim of the event is to ensure unity, peace and the well-being of the Mbunza community. “The event is also aimed at upholding,...
Paulina Ndalikokule The ongoing drought that has its grip on most parts of Namibia has not spared wildlife either, the environment ministry says. The drought is also severely impacting conservation efforts, but has not yet led to increased mortalities, reduction of wildlife numbers or any endangered species, environment ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda stated. While responding...
Emmanuel Koro JOHANNESBURG – Nearly 60% of South African voters registered their disapproval of the ANC’s stewardship of the government in the 29 May election by voting for other political parties. Just as significantly, more than 40% of the entire South African electorate showed their disapproval of the ANC-led socio-economic conditions in the country by...
Limba Mupetami The Brave Warriors of Namibia secured their place in the semifinals of the Cosafa Cup tournament with a decisive 3-1 victory over Seychelles at the Issac Wolfson Stadium in Gqeberha, South Africa yesterday afternoon. The win sets them up for a challenging encounter with Mozambique in the next round. Bethuel Muzeu was the...
Limba Mupetami Nedbank Namibia yesterday launched the Nedbank Citi Dash, an exhilarating race designed for both novice and elite runners, set to take place on 8 September in Windhoek. Whether you are a seasoned marathoner or just starting your running journey, this event offers a platform for everyone to shine as it aims to bring...