Rudolf Gaiseb Like fine wine in the basement, Namibia’s legislative branch of state has gotten better with age. Since the dawn of political independence in 1990, Parliament has allowed legislators to gather and openly discuss, debate, and consult on political, social, and economic matters as well as the legal ramifications for society. It is made...
Dalene Kooper Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association (Nasria) on Wednesday handed over sponsorships worth N$134 518 to various beneficiaries. In so doing, Nasria reaffirmed its commitment to foster growth and progress in education, agriculture, health, and community empowerment initiatives. The five recipients of the sponsorship are Kids Care College (N$14 518); both International University of...
Lahja Nashuuta As Namibia marks 36 years of independence, citizens are being urged not to take the country’s hard-won freedom for granted but instead to honour the sacrifices made by the heroes and heroines of the liberation struggle. Sioni Ikela, who was born and raised in Onaanda village in the Omusati region, recalls the difficult...
Adolf Kaure Over the years, the Namibian media landscape has developed significantly. As we approach the 36th anniversary of independence on 21 March 2026, this reflection highlights how the press has resonated through various aspects of daily life. Before independence, South West Broadcasting Corporation (SWABC) was our main source of daily news, with notable anchors...
Auleria Wakudumo As Namibia celebrates more than three decades of independence, the story of rural development reflects significant achievements, persistent gaps, and emerging opportunities. Across regions, the country has made progress in bringing vital services to rural populations that were historically marginalised under colonial and apartheid rule. While disparities remain between urban centres and rural...
Iuze Mukube Lahja Nashuuta As Namibia celebrates its 36th year of independence, the justice system- one of the key institutions responsible for safeguarding the protection of rights- cannot be overlooked. Its evolution has placed it as one of the institutions playing a central role in the development of the country. From a past shaped by...
Zebaldt Ngaruka Sole Nudo parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu is a worried man. His concern stems from revenue collection from Namibia’s multibillion-dollar fishing industry by the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA). He posits that Namibia should be getting more. Kandorozu made these remarks during his contribution to the 2026/27 national budget in Parliament recently. Back in 2024, NamRA...
Auleria Wakudumo Ongudu yopamufyuululwakalo yedina Iita yaKadha oyo ya totwa omanga oshilongo inashi manguluka fiyo okeluwa eli otai mwenyeke Namibia. Ongudu oya totwa mo1960 lwaapo ashike fiyo okeluwa eli otai twikile ashike nokunhuka omupembe. Ku nd ana okwa ya meenghundafana naPaulus Malakia, omukwatelikomesho wongudu yaIita YaKadha. Paulus Malakia nedina la shivika nawa Hamutenya gwaMalakia okwa...
Auleria Wakudumo Oshitukulwa shaShana konooli yoshilongo osha enda nokuyambuka po okudja eshi oshilongo sha manguluka fiyo onena. Nonande osho shishona koitukulwa aishe, Oshana oi na omwaalu wovanhu va fika po 176 674. Oshitukulwa oshi na edoolopa nhatu odo da shi vika nawa Oshakati, Ondangwa nOngwediva. Omu na oikandjohoololo 11: Okaku, Okatana, Okatjali, Ompundja, Ondangwa Rural, Ongwediva,...
Zebaldt Ngaruka All roads lead to the Omaheke region this weekend as the highly anticipated Horse Racing Independence Cup takes place at the Gobabis racetrack tomorrow. The event, organised under the auspices of the Namibia Horse Racing Association (NHRA), forms part of activities celebrating Namibia’s 36th Independence anniversary. NHRA spokesperson Chantal Mouton said excitement is...