Lahja Nashuuta Information and Communication Technology minister Emma Theofelus praised the New Era Publication Corporation for launching the Era Select digital segment. Era Select personalises news by allowing readers to subscribe exclusively to their preferred sections of the New Era newspaper at an affordable rate, such as Sport, Business, Main News, Agriculture and Vibez, a...
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Otjiwarongo pumps N$71m into road upgrades
The Otjiwarongo municipality, in collaboration with the Road Fund Administration (RFA) and the Roads Authority (RA), will over the next three years invest over N$71 million in road upgrades and the rehabilitation of critical streets at the town. The upgrades, which will be done in phases, are part of a tripartite agreement which is valued...
Tales of the Legends – In conversation with football playing educator Pecka Semba
A well-groomed product of the conveyer belt of the now-famous football architect Meester Willem Hans’ well drilled machine at the unofficial ‘School of Excellence’ football wise, the revered St. Joseph’s Catholic Mission Secondary School better known as Döbra, where the beautiful game of football was the common denominator amongst her subjects, young Semba is certainly destined...
Warriors ready to water down Flames of Malawi … crucial match in Group H today
The Brave Warriors are fired up and ready to face the Flames of Malawi in a crucial Group H showdown today at the Bingu National Stadium, with the kick-off set for 18h00. Head coach Collin Benjamin has called upon a 24-player squad, which includes Namibia’s star striker Peter Shalulile, to battle for victory. Joining him...
Mbumba: The struggle never ends …encourages advancement for economic emancipation
With the sun setting on one administration, Namibians now look ahead to a new dawn of leadership and Cabinet. President Nangolo Mbumba yesterday told Cabinet that the struggle never ends, as what was previously the fight for independence is now becoming the struggle for economic emancipation. He made these remarks yesterday as he bid farewell...
Parliament lauds Mbumba’s steadiness
Aletta Shikololo Loide Jason A solemn, yet celebratory atmosphere filled the National Assembly yesterday as President Nangolo Mbumba delivered his valedictory speech, bidding farewell to the 7th Parliament. Members of Parliament (MPs) took the opportunity to congratulate and show appreciation to the President for steady leadership. Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa described Mbumba as a...
Muinjangue expresses confidence in president-elect
Lahja Nashuuta Former Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services and the first woman to lead a political party in Namibia, Esther Utjiua Muinjangue, has expressed confidence in president-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. She said Nandi-Ndaitwah has proven herself in every leadership position she has held. “I have full confidence in the abilities of the president-elect. I...
A mother at the steering wheel
Auleria Wakudumo With just a day to go before the incoming president takes her oath of office, influential women shared their views and perspectives on Namibia’s incoming first female president. Different women have praised incoming president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for being the first female elected president in Namibia. Many believe her leadership will bring a unique...
Continental golf tournament set for next month
Namibia is set to host the Southern Regional All-Africa Ladies Challenge Golf Trophy tournament next month, with seven countries expected to compete for top honours. The tournament will take place from 31 March to 4 April at the Windhoek Country Club and Casino. Participating nations include South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia and potentially...
Running booms in Namibia … movement towards healthier living
In recent years, running has become a popular trend in Namibia, especially in the capital city, Windhoek. People of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels are taking to the streets, either walking or jogging, as they embrace a healthier and more active lifestyle. This boom in popularity can be traced back to the onset of...









