Namibia is a country of striking contrasts. It is blessed with vast natural beauty, rich mineral deposits, abundant fisheries, and significant agricultural potential. In recent years, the discovery of oil and gas reserves has further heightened hopes that the country may soon experience a new wave of economic prosperity. Yet, behind this promise lies a...
The Meteorological Services recently reported that the country has recorded the driest January since 1981. This indicates that the current rainfall may be unevenly distributed and could adversely affect farmers across various regions of Namibia. This report can serve as an early warning indicator for farmers and policymakers responsible for National Disaster Risk Response and...
Auleria Wakudumo In a fast-changing modern world filled with machines and factory-made products, craftwork continues to hold deep meaning in many communities. In northern Namibia, Martin Angula (30) is proving that handmade wooden products still have value and purpose. Angula, who comes from Uuhahe village in the Ohangwena region, began his woodcraft journey in 2016...
Bravery Kabula Namibiab ǀAwa!namn di Inspekter Xenerali, Joseph Shikongob ge ǀgaisa !khâikhomsa !hūb a ǂhabase hâ ǀawa!namn !oa ge sîǂui, ai!gû ra ǀhapiokaisens, ǁîn di !oabade ǂhâba hâ ī ra ǂkhawadīb !nae!khaidi ǀhûhâsiga xu ra hā ǁaeb hoaban auton !nubusib ǀhapiokaisens ǀkha ǁîn ǂhâbahe hâpa sī tama ra is ǂnamipe. Zambezi ǀkharib ǁgab ge ūhâ...
Recently in Budapest, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio made an unusually pointed observation. “Usually when you’re trying to end wars, the international community applauds you,” he said. “This is one of the few wars I’ve ever seen where some people in the international community condemn you for trying to help end a war.” The...
Leading Namibian professional road cyclist and mountain biker, Alex Miller, has urged local race organisers to introduce more technically demanding courses at national championships to better prepare riders for international competitions. Miller, recently crowned champion of the 2026 Nedbank Cycle Challenge, said Namibian cyclists would benefit significantly from competing on more complex routes. “For riders...
Auleria Wakudumo Ovalumenhu vatatu ova xulifa eshi va kwatwa koluvadi moiningwanima ivali ya yooloka moshitukulwa shaKavango East, Kavango West osho yo Ohangwena. Oshiningwanima shimwe osha ningilwa komukunda Ntara moshikandjohoololo shaMusese moshitukulwa shaKavango West, sha ningwa Olomakaya lwopotundi 14h00. Shimwe osha ningilwa moDivundu moshitukulwa shaKavango West sha ningwa Etitano lwopotundi 17h50. Omanga oshiningwanima shikwao sha ningilwa...
Auleria Wakudumo Omunyoli womambo nomunangeshefa Victoria Shamhe (47) okwa pitifa pambelewa embo ledina ‘Endure suffering as a good soldier’, osho sha hala okutya lididimikila omashongo. Mounyuni omu vahapu inava kala va manguluka okupopya omaudjuu nomashongo e va taalela, Shamhe ota tu omukumo ovo va taalela omashongo, te shi ningi okupitila mokushanga omambo. Membo laye, Shamhe...
Zebaldt Ngaruka GOBABIS – Omaheke education director Constance Wantenaar described the first-ever Omaheke Career Fair as a success. The event took place at Gobabis showgrounds last week. About 1 500 learners from the region’s seven constituencies attended the event, which was aimed at exposing them to different career opportunities and future pathways. Reflecting during an...
OMUTHIYA – The Oshikoto education directorate’s programme and quality assurance deputy director, Tomas Kalimbo, has warned teachers in the region that those found under the influence of alcohol or drugs during school hours will face consequences. Kalimbo issued the warning Friday during the Onathinge circuit’s annual staff conference held at the Ondangwa Trade Fair Hall...