SWAKOPMUND – Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has raised concern over widespread financial and administrative mismanagement at both regional and local authority levels. Sankwasa was addressing governors, regional and local councillors, as well as CEOs from the Erongo, Omusati, Ohangwena, Oshana, Kavango East, Zambezi, Kavango West and Kunene regions yesterday during a high-level consultation meeting aimed at strengthening...
One-stop border at Katima soon a reality
KATIMA MULILO – Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) Commissioner Sam Shivute has acknowledged the longstanding nature of the bilateral discussions on the One Stop Border Post (OSBP) at Katima Mulilo. He has assured the Joint Steering Committee (JSC) meeting held in Livingstone, Zambia, of Namibia’s commitment to ensure that the project is finalised within the next 18 months. In a joint...
Deutsch loan to address northern water crisis
Rudolf Gaiseb The local government has secured a N$1.5 billion loan from Germany, an amount earmarked to solve the water supply challenges faced by northern communities. Minister of Finance Ericah Shafudah, in Parliament on Wednesday, said the loan agreement falls under projects financed outside the budget and will be implemented over the medium-term expenditure framework period. “This concessional loan is...
Ministry launches probe at Zambezi school
Michael Mutonga Liswaniso CHINCHIMANI – The directorate of education in Zambezi region has launched an urgent investigation to determine the appropriate action for a conducive teaching and learning environment at Kisako Primary School. The investigation follows a planned peaceful demonstration by members of the Kisako (Kikiya, Sabelo and Kolosi) community, who are calling for the removal of the principal from...
Kongola community wants NDF presence at borders
KONGOLA – Frustrated members of the Kongola community have voiced concerns over the escalating crime, particularly stock theft, allegedly by people crossing from neighbouring Zambia. The locals questioned the apparent absence of the Namibian Defence Force (NDF) patrols along the border, demanding a stronger military presence to protect local resources. This was raised during civil-military cooperation campaign by the NDF...
Parents urged to prioritise child safety
Auleria Wakudumo The Namibian Police have urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and take proactive steps to protect their children during the school holiday. With schools officially closed on Friday, police emphasise the importance of vigilance and proactive measures to safeguard children’s well-being during this time. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi highlighted in a statement the shared responsibility between...
Gender ministry pushes for economic empowerment
OUTAPI – The Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare Emma Kantema said the ministry is mandated to ensure gender equality and equitable socio-economic development of women and men and the well-being of children. “In pursuit of this noble course, the ministry facilitates the economic empowerment of communities through the Income Generating Activities (IGA) Support Programme. Through this programme, the...
Hengari calls for reforms to boost local content
Lahja Nashuuta Popular Democratic Movement member of Parliament Inna Hengari is advocating for a reform in broadcasting regulation to address what she describes as a “deeply concerning imbalance” in the country’s media landscape, where foreign music and programming dominate the airwaves. In a motion presented to Parliament, Hengari revealed that about 80% of the music played on local radio is...
Community loses patience on Oshikango-Ondobe gravel road
Auleria Wakudumo Oshikango – Residents of Oshikango, Ondobe and surrounding areas have petitioned Oshikango and Ondobe constituency councillors, highlighting the deteriorating condition of the main gravel road connecting Oshikango to Ondobe. They claim to have lost patience with the government’s reluctance to upgrade the road which has been deteriorating of late as it is crucial for the well-being and development...
Zaamwani calls for food self-sufficiency
NECKARTAL DAM – Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Minister Inge Zaamwani said there is an urgent need to hasten projects aimed at advancing food security to prevent possible malnutrition of impoverished Namibians. She made this request during her visit to the //Kharas region last week where she inspected projects under her ministry. “I am here on a mission to...