OKANGHUDI – Founding President Sam Nujoma’s leadership attributes continue to resonate with his illustrious career as a freedom fighter and statesman. As tributes continue to stream in for the veteran leader, such qualities have become common denominators in all tributes. For former President Hifikepunye Pohamba, one of those who spent several years with Nujoma at...
Iuze Mukube Judge Moses Chinhengo informed the Fishrot accused yesterday that regardless of any difficulties they may encounter in securing legal representation, the trial must proceed as scheduled. This was in response to ex-justice minister Sacky Shanghala expressing unreadiness to start the trial due to lack of legal representation. Shanghala, one of the alleged masterminds...
The Namibian men’s senior cricket team is gearing up for a crucial showdown against Oman today in their third match in the Internation Cricket Council Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 as part of the United States of America (USA) and Namibia tour of Oman. The highly-anticipated encounter will take place at the Oman Cricket...
Namibia is currently honouring an icon, who dedicated his life to achieving democracy – as it should. The passing of Dr Sam Nujoma is a profound loss to the nation. His sacrifices will be remembered for generations to come. As the father of the nation, his contributions to Namibia’s liberation and development are immeasurable. His...
The Namib Desert Diamonds board yesterday suspended CEO Alisa Amupolo, chief operations officer Uahoroka Kauta and security manager Paulinus Sheyapo over the diamond heist more than three weeks ago. Late yesterday, the Namdia management was still in a “crisis meeting” on the way forward. However, at around 18h15, the company dropped the bombshell, confirming what...
Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez has declared a mourning period in honour of Founding President Sam Nujoma, who died on Saturday. That official mourning period started yesterday at 06h00, and will last until midnight today. The Cuban president also declared a national mourning period from tomorrow at 06h00 until midnight. “During the validity of both...
Hailed as one of the world’s most progressive legal documents, the Namibian Constitution has been credited for laying the foundation for governance, human rights and the rule of law. Thirty-five years later, those who were there believe the living document remains rock-solid. The legal framework was adopted on 9 February 1990. Ironically, Founding President Sam...
Lahja Nashuuta The Swapo Party Women’s Council (SPWC) has endorsed Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Nditwah as their preferred candidate for the Swapo Party presidency at the extraordinary congress later this month. The congress is slated for 28 February to 1 March 2025. SPWC made the decision during the extraordinary virtual council meeting over the weekend. Swapo...
OPUWO – The NamPort Erongo Second Division Football League is set to make its return this weekend after nearly three months of inactivity. It will feature 12 double-header matches in Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. The 2024/2025 season begins on Saturday and Sunday with the first two rounds at the Kuisebmund and Jan Wilken stadiums. Teams...
From the dusty streets of Groot Aub to the bright lights of the Debmarine Premier League, 25-year-old Giovanni “Cruz” Engelbrecht is making waves in Namibian football. The Bucks Buccaneers forward has been hailed as one of the country’s most promising talents by his coach Woody Jacobs. His journey is marked by determination and relentless hunger...