KATIMA MULILO- Despite recent flooding in parts of Kabbe North, the overall agricultural outlook for the constituency is positive, according to local councillor Bernard Sisamu. Speaking on the current situation, Sisamu noted that while some areas such as Namiyundu to Malindi experienced high water levels, the floods are now receding and have not significantly disrupted essential services or daily life. ...

Zebaldt Ngaruka  GOBABIS- The Church of Africa is mourning the death of Deputy Bishop Ngetujame Zacheus Makari, following his untimely death on Saturday in Windhoek.  This is the second tragedy this year for the church to lose a leader following the passing of Archbishop Paulus Vetarera Kandjou, who perished 17January 2025 at his homesteads, Ezorongondo in Epukiro constituency, Omaheke region. ...

KALIMBEZA — The Kalimbeza rice green scheme in Zambezi region is pushing ahead with renewed vigour, as government support and internal planning seek to overcome lingering infrastructure and market barriers.  During a high-level visit to the scheme on Friday, Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform Ruth Masake and project manager Patrick Kompeli shared insights into the progress, challenges...

WALVIS BAY – The Namibian Hake Association has secured a N$1.1 million grant from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to fund a study for reducing entanglement of Cape fur seals in fishing gear used in the local hake industry.  Chairperson of the association, Matti Amukwa, told New Era the funding is crucial for maintaining Namibia’s hake certification, which expires in...

Auleria Wakudumo  OSHAKATI – Minister of Home Affairs , Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu has called for greater recognition of local Totem Expo at both national and international levels, stating that they have potential to become an international cultural and trade event.  Speaking at the official opening of Oshakati Totem Expo 2025 at Oshakati Independence Stadium on Saturday, the...