Three pupils from Morrison and Dagbreek Special Schools in Windhoek received brand-new electric wheelchairs last week, through a donation from Tweyapo Fishing Company. The wheelchairs, worth more than N$120 000, were handed over during a ceremony at Morrison Special School in Khomasdal. This is the first time either school has received electric wheelchairs – an important step forward for the...
Moongo: Mushrooming health training centres put lives at risk
Lahja Nashuuta Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) member of parliament Winnie Moongo, has raised concern over the mushrooming of unregulated health training institutions across Namibia. Moongo, who is a qualified nurse, in a motion tabled in the National Assembly, this week described the situation as “a serious concern that needs immediate intervention,” warning of the risks posed to the students, the...
On the spot with Lahja Nashuuta – From chalkboard to Parliament
Austin Samupwa’s journey from a humble classroom in the Zambezi region to Namibia’s National Assembly is a story of commitment, transformation and service. The seasoned educator and former Swapo executive director now represents the ruling party in the National Assembly. In this interview with Lahja Nashuuta (LN), Samupwa (AS) reflects on his career path, party work and hopes for Namibia....
Know Your Civil Servant – The voice of safety: Sgt Mwaetako’s role in police operations
Lahja Nashuuta At Eenhana Police Station in northern Namibia, Sergeant (Sgt) Eunice Mwaetako works quietly behind the scenes. She is a radio operator, one of the most important jobs in the police force. Her work helps police officers stay connected and safe during emergencies. Sgt Mwaetako’s story shows that not all heroes are seen on the frontlines. Some, like her,...
Editorial – Rise Namibian youth rise!
The time for Namibian youth to rise and make something of their life is now. With opportunities coming their way from the government, there is no better time to address some of the most pressing challenges facing the youth. Youth empowerment has long been at the centre of discussions on many different platforms. High unemployment amongst young people, limited funding...
Letter – Windhoek’s electricity meter blockade an unlawful overreach
Residents of Windhoek have increasingly found themselves in a precarious situation despite diligently paying for their prepaid electricity, their power supply is being blocked due to outstanding balances on other municipal services such as water, rates and taxes. This practice, implemented by the City of Windhoek, raises serious legal questions and appears to stand in direct contravention of the very...
UK PM Starmer calls Air India crash ‘devastating’
LONDON – UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer yesterday called the scenes of the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad “devastating”, adding “my thoughts are with the passengers and their families”. “The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating,” Starmer said in a statement issued by his Downing Street...
Israeli starvation of Gaza a war crime : Sweden
STOCKHOLM – Israel’s refusal to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza and its targeting of aid distribution points is causing civilians to starve, which constitutes a war crime, Sweden’s foreign minister said yesterday. In early June, UN human rights chief Volker Turk said deadly attacks on civilians around aid distribution sites in the Gaza Strip constituted a war crime, while several...
Go-Karting at Swakopmund
After successfully hosting an event in Windhoek, the Namibia Motorsport Association will host its 4th leg of the national championship in Swakopmund over the weekend. The event is hosted by Walvis Bay Motorclub and sanctioned by the mother body, Namibia Motorsport Federation (NMF). The event will be held at R&R racetrack at the coastal town of Swakopmund, which is expected...
Super 10 league returns after long break
After almost a month of inactivity, the Khomas Netball League, better known as the Khomas Super 10, will return this weekend with a line-up of exciting fixtures. The league last saw games in May due to long holidays and other reasons. This weekend, the league resumes with matches slated for Khomasdal Stadium and Patrick Iyambo Police College in Windhoek. Nine...