Tensions are rising in the Ohangwena region as community members raise alarm over a surge in criminal activities allegedly linked to Angolan nationals. They are informally recruited to work in the area. The concern comes after Ohangwena governor Kadiva Diana Hamutumwa revealed that 4 907 criminal cases were recorded in Ohangwena between 1 April 2024...
Auleria Wakudumo ONGWEDIVA – Long before the sun rises over Ongwediva’s dusty streets, Erastus Medusalem (61) is already on his feet, walking among thorn trees to collect seed pods to sell by the roadside. For him, it is not just about the extra cash but survival, restoring dignity and providing for his loved ones. Medusalem...
WALVIS BAY – A group of approximately 50 people, evicted from a privately owned plot in Walvis Bay last week, say their cries for help have fallen on deaf ears despite seeking assistance from the municipality since 2020. Their makeshift homes were demolished by the messenger of the court last Wednesday after the landowner, a...
Auleria Wakudumo The Namibian government and the European Union (EU) have officially launched the Etunda Feedlot, valued at approximately N$78.9 million. This key agricultural development, located at the Etunda Irrigation Scheme near Ruacana in the Omusati region, aims to boost productivity, increase market access and improve income for farmers in the Northern Communal Areas (NCAs). ...
Rodger Kambatuku of the Namibia School Sport Union (NSSU) has praised the inaugural African School Games, calling it a fantastic platform for talent development and identification. He expressed satisfaction with Team Namibia’s achievements at the first-ever event. Namibia sent a team of 31 youth athletes to the games, competing in a range of sport activities,...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed her government’s commitment to developing sports infrastructure in Namibia, with a focus on football. She made these remarks at the Brave Warriors fundraising gala dinner held on Saturday in Windhoek. During her speech, Nandi-Ndaitwah reflected on the recent launch of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). She described the plan...
Auleria Wakudumo The wave of violent protests, sparked by the removal of fuel subsidies in Angola, has left many Namibian informal traders stranded and unable to fulfil orders. This has caused fear, as possible business closures loom, coupled with growing frustration by small traders in Angola and Namibia. Traders who travelled to Luanda to collect...
Namibian international Aprocius Petrus has officially completed a move to Sudanese champions Al Hilal, leaving South African side Cape Town City following their unexpected relegation. The 26-year-old defender has signed a four-year contract with the Khartoum-based giants, marking a new chapter in his professional career. “Thank you for everything. I am leaving with a full...
Hesron Kapanga Namibia Cycling Federation (NCF) president Tauko Shilongo said this year’s Tour de Windhoek will, for the first time, see female cyclists earning International Cycling Union (UCI) ranking points. Namibia’s premier international cycling event, the Tour de Windhoek, which features five stages, sees Namibia’s top riders competing against the best from neighbouring countries in...
Namibia’s international partnerships appear stronger than ever after two countries, Spain and Brazil, yesterday pledged technical support for offshore oil security and collaboration in renewable energy and water infrastructure. Ambassadors Loss San Martin (Brazil) and Alberto de la Calle of Spain yesterday separately paid farewell visits to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House. They discussed...