SWAKOPMUND – Newly elected Erongo Regional Council chairperson Florian Donatus has pledged to fast-track development and prioritise service delivery, transparency and accountability across the region. Donatus held his first media engagement on Wednesday afternoon where he said he was determined to restore efficiency to the regional administration. “It is with a profound sense of duty and deep appreciation that I...
Amushelelo, Cloete still waiting
Iuze Mukube Setting up a trial date and assigning a trial judge in the criminal proceedings against self-proclaimed forex trader-turned-social activist Michael Amushelelo and co-accused Gregory Cloete is anticipated to be announced in May 2025. The matter has been delayed from proceeding so far due to a constitutional challenge, pertaining to a section of the Criminal Procedure Act lodged by...
Tses youth strive to defy odds
TSES… Despite facing unemployment and a lack of training and self-development opportunities, the younger generation in Tses village, situated 80km north of Keetmanshoop, refuse to give up hope. Marcel Eiseb, chairperson of the Tses Youth Group, told New Era that they have to find all kinds of other avenues to keep themselves busy as a measure to defy boredom. He...
Ruacana waterfalls an Easter hit
RUACANA – The Ruacana waterfalls in Omusati region, attracted thousands of visitors over the Easter weekend, as they flocked to the breathtaking site to soak in the beauty of nature. Laughter filled the air as families gathered, roasting juicy chunks of meat as they shared joyful moments. Ruacana Falls is on the Kunene River in the Ruacana area, near Oshifo...
Tses keeps head above water
TSES… Julian Christiaan, the man in charge of affairs at the Tses Village Council, said although most local authorities are currently swimming through stormy waters of economic hardship, they remain optimistic that the economic situation here can improve through proper planning and strategies. This was his view when interviewed by New Era about the affairs of the entity. “I can...
PDM pokes holes in agriculture budget
Zebaldt Ngaruka The president of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) McHenry Venaani said the N$2.6 billion allocated to the agriculture ministry is inadequate for a country that is importing the majority of its food. Namibia imports a significant amount of food, particularly from South Africa, and relies heavily on imports for processed agricultural products. In his contribution to the 2025/26...
Animals take over northern towns
Auleria Wakudumo Ongwediva – Residents of Ongwediva and Oshakati have voiced growing frustration over the increasing number of animals, particularly cattle, pigs and dogs roaming freely through the streets and residential areas. Some homeowners say the situation has worsened over recent months, with animals not only wandering the streets, but also sleeping in front of houses. One resident said the...
Community, NamPol need each other – Tjaronda
Zebaldt Ngaruka EPUKIRO – The spokesperson of the Community Against Stock Theft Organisation (CASO), Sandi Tjaronda, said there is a need for the Namibian Police and community police to work together in the fight against stock theft in the Omaheke region. Following NamPol’s recent week-long community outreach programme on crime prevention and stock theft in the region, Tjaronda told New Era...
Operational expenditure worries Nudo
Zebaldt Ngaruka National Unity Democratic Organisation (Nudo) parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu is concerned about the government’s operational expenditure, the biggest component of the total budget allocation. Operational expenditure refers to the recurring cost incurred by the government to maintain and run its daily operations. These expenses are distinct from capital expenditures, which are investments in long-term assets and are managed by...
Venaani doubts education system
Zebaldt Ngaruka Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani, says the current curriculum was not adapted to the current needs of the economy and is confusing to both learners and parents. Venaani said this in the National Assembly during contributions to the 2025/26 education budget recently. “We welcome the allocation of N$24.8 billion to education, and that is a substantial...