The recent mining expo and conference took place from 5 -7 August, under the theme ‘Mining for Namibia’s Future: Job Creation, Local Empowerment and Economic Transformation’. Many mining exhibitors showcased the industry’s vibrancy. More practically, mining has significantly contributed to socio-economic development as shown by its steady annual economic growth, contribution to the gross domestic product, employment creation, income generation...
Opinion – Up and out of poverty
There is a famous song by Bob Marley: “Get up – stand up. Stand up for your right. Don’t give up the fight”. This song encourages the poor and marginalised to claim their rights by freeing their minds, updating their thinking and telling everyone that “the weak hatching bird can be the first to take flight”. In short, fish can...
NNN pushes for regional food security
ANTANANARIVO – President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, in her first address to the 45th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit as Namibia’s Head of State, has called for greater cooperation and urgency to ensure food security is not just a goal on paper but a reality in every home across the region. The summit, which brought together Heads of State and government...
Gobabis gears for development
Lahja Nashuuta The Gobabis Municipality said it has positioned the town as “the jewel of the east” and a thriving hub. The town has a strong focus on infrastructure, environmental and social development, tourism and local economic growth.This could be deduced from a recent sit-down with the town’s spokesperson, Frederick Ueitele, who said Gobabis’ location makes it a natural gateway for...
Fishing industry appeals for bycatch dialogue
WALVIS BAY – The Confederation of Namibian Fishing Associations has appealed to the fisheries and marine resources ministry to consult the industry before enforcing Cabinet’s decision to reduce the bycatch limit to 2%. The government earlier this month cut the bycatch limit from 5% to 2%. It further raised penalty fees from 15% to 50%, a move aimed at curbing...
Hawala to be accorded State funeral
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has conferred national hero status on the late retired military commander, Lieutenant General Solomon ‘Jesus’ Hawala, honouring his lifelong contribution to Namibia’s liberation struggle and post-independence nation building. Hawala, who was born on 17 August 1935 and passed away on 11 August 2025 at the age of 89, will be laid to rest at a State funeral...
Ohangwena earmarks health facilities upgrades
Auleria Wakudumo EENHANA- The Ohangwena region is struggling to keep pace with the demand for health services, with hospitals and clinics battling infrastructure gaps, lack of equipment and incomplete projects. This was revealed by the Acting Regional Health Director, Festus Kuushomwa, during a visit by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health, Social Services and Labour Affairs at Eenhana on Thursday. ...
Hengari, co-accused plead not guilty to bribery charges
Iuze Mukube Former minister of fisheries Mac-Albert Hengari on Friday pleaded not guilty to three charges levelled against him, stemming from allegations that he attempted to bribe a complainant to withdraw a rape case registered against him. Hengari’s co-accused (30) also denied the charges, placing a not guilty plea before Magistrate Monica Andjaba last week. The co-accused is not named,...
Psychiatrist testifies in ‘killer’ teacher trial
There is a high probability that former teacher Patrick Geingob suffered from an episode of non-pathological incapacity during the attack. He is accused of murdering his wife Merentha Geingos on 14 April 2019 by stabbing her at least 12 times with a kitchen knife at their house in Okuryangava in front of their children. This was testified to this week...
Sikondo praised for agri innovation
Lylie Joel SIKONDO – Kavango West governor Verna Sinimbo commended the Sikondo Green Scheme for its innovative approach to agriculture and commitment to productivity. She made these remarks at a familiarisation visit on Wednesday. Farm manager Maxwell Nghidinwa provided a comprehensive briefing on the scheme’s strategic shift toward high-value crop production, particularly potatoes, which have recently delivered a bumper harvest...