An extremely affordable option for your budget is JAC’s T6 double-cab bakkie. It boasts the largest cargo area in its class, allowing ample space for loads and tools, with an option for a longer flat deck. Retailing at JAC Motors starting at N$409 900, the T6 is attracting many potential buyers looking for a reliable workhorse for the farm or...
MUN enhances footprint and stakeholder engagement
The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN), in its continued mission to deepen its impact and presence, has launched several strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening member engagement and promoting sustainable socioeconomic development. As part of this drive, MUN successfully hosted a Western regional roundtable discussion in Erongo region yesterday, marking a key milestone in its national series of member engagement forums. ...
Repo rate remains unchanged
The Bank of Namibia (BoN) yesterday kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.75%. The decision was made earlier this week by the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) following a comprehensive review of current and projected domestic, regional and global economic developments. In addition, the repo rate decision was made to continue safeguarding the peg between the Namibian Dollar and...
Namibia aims to attract Indian investment …promotes interest in mining, green energy
NEW DELHI – High Commissioner to India Gabriel Sinimbo said Namibia is actively seeking Indian investment in sectors such as mining, including diamonds, uranium, copper, zinc and rare earth elements. These remain key due to the country being the third-largest global exporter of uranium. Sinimbo shared these aspirations during an engagement with New Era in New Delhi, India. He added...
Legitimacy of Chief Iipumbu’s claim to throne questioned
ONGWEDIVA- The reign of Uukwambi Chief Herman Ndilimani Iipumbu at the helm of the Uukwambi Traditional Authority rest on shaky grounds, following moves from within the Uukwambi Royal family to have him removed from the position. At the centre of the controversy are allegations that Chief Iipumbu is not from the Royal family and therefore has no claim to the...
Mixed bag of results in by-election
Loide Jason Lahja Nashuuta Otniel Hembapu KAMANJAB – After five years under opposition control, the Swapo party has made a strong political comeback in Kamanjab constituency by winning Tuesday’s by-election. The win is not just symbolic but marks a turning point in Swapo’s efforts to restore confidence and reconnect with local communities ahead of local and regional elections in November....
Namibia elevates Commonwealth summit …convention aims for US$2 trillion in trade by 2030
Namibia is hosting the Commonwealth Business Summit, marking the first time in its history that the all-important summit is being held outside London in the United Kingdom. This year’s summit, which opened yesterday at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek, focuses on harnessing digital transformation, sustainability, and youth entrepreneurship as drivers of economic growth within the Commonwealth, whose combined GDP is...
Sankwasa enters Henties CEO suspension fray
HENTIES BAY – Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has stepped in to resolve the suspension of Henties Bay CEO Elizabeth Coetzee. Coetzee was suspended in October 2023 over several serious allegations detailed in a leaked report. This includes theft, fraud, gross negligence and financial mismanagement linked to subsistence and travel claims. She faces allegations of irregularly awarding a...
Terrorism trial in High Court
A Grootfontein resident, who is facing a terrorism charge amongst a host of other charges, made a second appearance in the Windhoek High Court yesterday. Jona Hangula (34) was arrested on 21 June 2023. He faces 19 charges, including one charge of arranging for the retention or control of funds belonging to persons involved in terrorist or proliferation activities. He...
Stepfather ‘stabber’ pushes for case dismissal
Iuze Mukube Kevin Matthew Cloete, who stands accused of the murder of his stepfather, has lodged a section 174 application under the Criminal Procedure Act (CPA) to have the case against him dismissed, claiming the State has failed to present sufficient evidence to justify continuing the trial. The 33-year-old Keetmanshoop resident is in court for allegedly stabbing his stepfather, Deon...