Over 80 students from Atlantic Training Institute (ATI) have protested what they claim is an unaccredited and misleading auxiliary nursing programme offered by the private institution. The protest, supported by the National African Students’ Association (NASA), highlights concerns about the programme’s non-recognition by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) and the Health Professions Council of Namibia. ...
Author: Isai Sipunga (Isai Sipunga)
New MPs hit ground running
Newly-elected members of Parliament (MPs) in Namibia have started their leadership journey with an induction and orientation seminar aimed at preparing them for their roles in the 8th Parliament. The seminar that started on Monday focuses on fostering effective and meaningful democracy. The event serves as an essential platform for MPs to understand their roles,...
Floods wreak havoc in Windhoek
Heavy rains have caused significant disruptions, with several bridges severely damaged and key roads closed in Windhoek. One of the most-affected areas is the B1 road, 30 kilometres south of Windhoek, where continuous rainfall caused severe damage to a bridge, leading to its closure on Thursday. The B1 is a vital route for commuters from...
Windhoek Gymnasium fall short in season-opener against DTS
Isai Sipunga Strauss Lunyangwe Windhoek Gymnasium faced off against Deutscher Turn und Sportverein (DTS) at the CBS Sports Arena in Windhoek on Saturday. The event marked both teams’ first match in the 2025 MTC Hopsol League season. The game ended with a 2-1 victory for DTS. DTS took the lead in the first half with...
Windhoek floods claim two lives
Windhoek recently experienced heavy thunder storms, leading to flash floods in areas such as Hochland Park and Goreangab Dam. The floods have tragically claimed lives as the Windhoek City Police reported two drowning incidents during the heavy rains. In the first incident, a driver of a white Toyota single cab was swept away by floodwaters...
Man drowns after falling near Goreagab Dam
A man who was apparently wearing a hospital bandage on his arm tripped and fell into the water while trying to stroll along massive pipes near Goreangab Dam, resulting in a terrible drowning tragedy. Initial accounts state that the man lost his balance and fell into the dam, where he struggled until the river carried...