USAKOS – Thirty farmers in the Erongo region were the first recipients of 20 goats and sheep each, thanks to a project launched by the Swakop Uranium Foundation. The project aims to promote and encourage sustainable livelihoods across the country. The Hope Farm Project, valued at N$3 million, will see the distribution of 1 000 goats and sheep in 2025....
!Gawaxab calls for inclusive financial reform
Molley Weyulu Bank of Namibia (BoN) governor Johannes !Gawaxab on Monday reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to inclusive financial reform. He said the country’s financial system is strong and well-positioned to drive transformation without risking stability.Speaking at the launch of the Namibia Financial Sector Transformation Strategy in Windhoek, !Gawaxab said key indicators such as capital adequacy, asset quality, liquidity and profitability remain...
Officer testifies in ‘serial rapist’ trial
A police inspector who was first on the scene in a rape incident in the Hoachanas settlement in the Hardap region, testified in the trial of a 45-year-old resident accused of a string of serious criminal charges on Monday. Jonas Murao, faces nine charges, including three counts of housebreaking with intent to steal and theft, one count of housebreaking with...
Otjiwarongo man stabbed girlfriend 51 times
Iuze Mukube A resident of the DRC informal settlement in Otjiwarongo, has been found guilty of murdering his girlfriend by frenziedly stabbing her at least 51 times with a knife on 13 February 2022. Lolo Kambwela was convicted in the Windhoek High Court for murder and attempting to defeat or obstruct the course of justice in relation to the death...
Nam-China meat export takes shape
USAKOS – The meat export agreement between Namibia and China in May is fast taking shape, with the Chinese engaging stakeholders to facilitate the export of goat and sheep meat. This follows an agreement with the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China, which allows Namibia to export mutton and chevon (goat meat) to the Asian giant. ...
Hoachanas backyard garden restores hope
MARIENTAL – The Hoachanas Children Fund (HCF) held a training workshop on Thursday for small-scale backyard gardeners and farmers at the settlement as part of its ongoing efforts to increase food security. Held under the theme ‘Sow, Save, Sustain: Building Food Security from Backyard to Table’, the workshop brought together 30 participants for a hands-on training in seed sowing and...
Swapo unveils Kunene election candidates
Uakutura Kambaekua Swapo has finalised its candidate selections for six constituencies and their respective local authorities in Kunene ahead of November’s Regional Council and Local Authority elections. The confirmations follow district conferences held in Opuwo Rural, Opuwo Urban, Epupa, Outjo, Kamanjab and Sesfontein constituencies. Khorixas is slated to hold its primary conference next weekend. Following its crushing defeat to the...
Kavango West builds 68 classrooms
Lylie Joel NKURENKURU – Kavango West governor Verna Sinimbo has announced substantial infrastructure developments in the region, including the construction of 68 new classrooms in 11 schools. She revealed these figures during her State of the Region Address at Nkurenkuru on Friday. “Your support isn’t just building infrastructure; it’s building dreams, shaping minds, and uplifting communities,” Sinimbo said, acknowledging the...
Speaker: Namibia leads in women, peace and security
National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila says Namibia has been a trendsetter and leader in women’s affairs, peace and security since presiding over the UN Security Council in October 2000. Namibia has been consistently maintaining a prominent role in advancing the women, peace, and security framework, the speaker said. She further called for multilateral collaboration and accountability, as they are vital...
The art of Otjikaiva …Keja breaks gender norms
Kaviveterue Virere In a world where tradition and gender roles often go hand in hand, Alpha Keja has dared to redefine both. The 38-year-old from Katutura is one of the few men in Namibia who has mastered the intricate art of crafting otjikaiva, the iconic horn-shaped headgear worn by Ovaherero women. He has successfully turned this rare skill into a...