Zebaldt Ngaruka Farmers from the Epukiro constituency donated 84 melons of various varieties to the Gobabis constituency office as contribution to the region’s ongoing fight against hunger and malnutrition. Epukiro councillor Packy Pakarae said the melons will be given to the Gobabis community members, particularly those hit hard by malnutrition. The melons will assist the Gobabis constituency office to provide...
Gainachas farmers’ goats scheme delivers big …as elderly receive livestock
GAINACHAS – The Gainachas Farmers’ Development Co-operative (GFDC) recently handed over 36 goat ewes to its 12 oldest members to encourage for them to increase their small livestock numbers for better sustainability. GFDC chairperson Paul Kahuika said as a group of 46 small stock farmers, they started the initiative in 2007 in order to stand together and assist each other...
Omaheke procures lumpy skin vaccines worth N$200 000 …local farmers breathe sigh of relief
The Omaheke Regional Council has invested N$200 000 in the procurement of large quantities of lumpy skin disease vaccines, which will be distributed to areas affected by the outbreak of the deadly virus across the region. This follows a decision by the council’s management committee during its recent meeting to allocate funds to the areas or constituencies affected by the...
FNB Insurance supports local and promotes road safety
FNB Insurance has killed two birds with one stone by supporting a local business and promoting road safety at the same time. This is because the insurance arm of FNB has launched a partnership with LEFA Transportation Services Namibia. This is aimed at promoting responsible driving and enhancing road safety in Namibia. The agreement is designed to reduce road-related incidents,...
Trump tariffs to squeeze diamonds and manufacturing …uncertainties to impact investments and consumption decisions
Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab has cautioned that the economic fallout from renewed United States of America trade tariffs imposed under president Donald Trump’s administration, coupled with the uncertainty surrounding tariff details, will adversely impact sectors such as diamonds, marble and manufacturing. Tariffs are defined as taxes charged on goods bought from other countries. These tariffs can be used...
Nandi-Ndaitwah assesses floods impact
Auleria Wakudumo Festus Hamalwa ETUNDA – President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said government will continue to ensure that affected Namibians receive essential assistance, including food aid, medical care, toilets and shelter. She expressed her admiration for those government representatives working tirelessly to support those displaced by the floods. The President made these remarks on Saturday while visiting several temporary relocation centres in...
Seal value-addition factory for Henties
HENTIES BAY – A multi-million-dollar project that is set to be a long-term solution for Namibia’s growing seal population, is set to make its entry at the coastal town of Henties Bay. The landmark biotechnology development valued at over N$250 million is set to transform the town, offering job-creation and a long-term solution to the sustainable management of Namibia’s growing...
Soup kitchen restores lost hope
Paulina Ndalikokule GAVA – Alphonsina Kanyanga, a malnourished one-year-old from Gava village in Mpungu constituency, has gained weight since the Gava Soup Kitchen opened a month ago. Kanyanga weighed only 6.5 kilogrammes at nine months when Catholic AIDS Action, in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP), recognised her as malnourished, along with 171 other children. This group consists of...
Nandi-Ndaitwah mourns the passing of Pope Francis
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Pope Francis, describing him as an extraordinary leader who served the world with compassion, courage, and integrity. In a statement issued yesterday following the pope’s death, Nandi-Ndaitwah said humanity had lost a strong spiritual leader who will be remembered for his dedication to helping those in need and his...
Woman hacks rape suspect with panga
A 33-year-old man was slashed with a panga by a woman he was allegedly trying to rape at Oshikweyo village in the Oshana region last week. The suspect sustained cuts on the head and both arms as the complainant allegedly tried to ward off his sexual assault on Tuesday. According to police Deputy Commissioner Fredrik Ndjadila, the suspect, allegedly called...