RUNDU – Late Founding President Sam Nujoma was one of the rare individuals who came to earth with exceptional gifts and talents, academic Joseph Diescho asserted. “In the providence of God, there are people who come to earth with rare gifts and talents, and one of them, for our purposes in Namibia, is Tatekulu Shafiishuna...
Andreas Thomas For decades, they worked behind the scenes, ensuring that meals were prepared, tables were set and a sense of home was created, even in the most difficult times. Now, as Namibia prepares to bid farewell to its Founding President Sam Nujoma, three women who once cooked for him – both in exile and...
Auleria Wakudumo Several individuals named after late Founding President Sam Nujoma have expressed their commitment to uphold and preserve his legacy. They expressed great pride in bearing the name of a legendary figure who fought for Namibia’s independence. Sam Shafiishuna Haimbodi, a grade 10 learner at Maurits Devenish Private School in Ongwediva, said he felt...
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has dismissed claims by a local newspaper that European tourists are cancelling trips to Namibia because of the introduction of new visa regulations and a malfunctioning E-visa portal. In a statement last Thursday, the ministry slammed these allegations, clarifying that the E-visa for visa-on-arrival has not...
Welwitschias’ coach Chrysander Botha has praised his charges for putting up a strong fight against a formidable Boland Cavaliers, despite their 54-24 loss in a friendly match. The match, held at Hage Geingob Stadium in Windhoek, was played behind closed doors due to government regulations prohibiting spectators at sporting events during the national mourning period...
Despite an impressive 3-0 victory over Eswatini on Friday afternoon, Brave Gladiators’ head coach Woody Jacobs insists that the job is only half-done. The Gladiators kicked off their 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations’ (WAFCON) qualifier campaign in dominant fashion, securing a crucial away win. Goals from Memory Ngonda, Ivonne Kooper and Hilma Kanyama ensured...
SWAKOPMUND – In a bittersweet tale, the Erongo region will bid a farewell to Founding President Sam Nujoma at the iconic Kuisebmond Stadium in Walvis Bay. It was at this very place where, on 1 March 1994, he officially received the town back from apartheid South African rule. This marked a pivotal moment in the...
Malaria cases have significantly declined in the northern regions. This offers relief from the recent surge, which saw hundreds of infections reported in Omusati, Oshikoto, Ohangwena and Oshana regions. The regions recorded a spike in malaria infections earlier this year, raising concerns among health officials. Between 10 and 16 February this year, Oshikoto and Omusati...
Festus Hamalwa Lahja Nashuuta Victoria Immanuel A sense of grief engulfed Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek yesterday morning as the body of Namibia’s Founding President, Sam Shafishuna Nujoma was airlifted to the north of the country for a series of memorial services. A brief military parade was held at the airport as the late...
RUNDU – All People’s Party (APP) president Ambrosius Kumbwa says as Namibians mourn Founding President Sam Nujoma’s demise, his positive side and delivery of independence should reign supreme. Namibians must thus join hands, and understand that no one is perfect. “Everyone has a bad side and a good side of their lives. But since we...