As Namibia heads to a pivotal election in November, the Independent Patriots for Change unveiled an ambitious manifesto filled with bold promises on Saturday. From slashing youth unemployment to reducing slums by half, the party’s goals are to address the country’s deep-rooted challenges. The IPC’s manifesto launch began with a lively parade in Ausspanplatz, where...
Dirk Human, head coach of the newly crowned Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) league champions, attributed Wanderers’ league success to the quality and depth of the team this season. Wanderers secured the 2024 NRU league title on Saturday at Hage Geingob Stadium, defeating former champions Unam with a 45-20 victory. In a post-match interview, Human acknowledged...
Sixty-five seconds was all it took for rising boxing star, Flame Nangolo to claim the World Boxing Association (WBA) African Junoor Lightweight title on Saturday night. Nangolo extended his undefeated streak with a devastating knockout victory over Zimbabwean veteran Peter Pambeni. The highly anticipated bout took place at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek on...
Rudolf Gaiseb The Walvis Bay Municipality has apologised to RedForce Debt Management over the recent allegations of fraud and misrepresentation against the company. The High Court of Namibia, in a settlement agreement signed on 10 and 12 September by both parties, stated that both RedForce and the council haveagreed that they will not proceed with...
The dream of owning a decent house remains a mirage and a thorn in the flesh for many Namibians as only 1.7% people can afford a N$1 million house. This is worsened by the rapid urbanisation and migration that is driving millions into informal settlements, where 67% of the urban population resides. This information is...
Andrada Mining has partnered leading lithium producer, Sociedad Química y Minera (SQM), to develop the Lithium Ridge project in Namibia. SQM, a Chilean chemical company and supplier of plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, and industrial chemicals, is the world’s biggest lithium producer. The Andrada deal is SQM’s first venture into Africa, and the partnership is expected...
The fight for Nudo’s heart, soul as well as rented headquarters, has taken another twist after the Utjiua Muinjangue-led party’s leadership dragged members of a breakaway group to court over a raft of alleged indiscretions, which include convening an illegal congress and unlawfully occupying party premises. Last weekend, a splinter group of the National Unity...
LÜDERITZ – In an ambitious move to drive economic growth and improve the quality of life for its citizens, the Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company (LWDC) is expected to soon announce a series of public-private partnerships (PPPs) to transform the town’s tourism and healthcare sectors. Speaking during a media briefing on Wednesday on behalf of a leading...
The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) hosted its first-ever National Elective Conference yesterday, marking a milestone for the party as it gears up for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections in November. The event, attended by 112 delegates from all regions, was held to select 96 candidates for the National Assembly. Speaking at the...
Rudolf Gaiseb The highly anticipated eighth National Information and Communication Technology Summit, held at the Mercure Hotel and Resort on 11 September 2024, ended on a high note after successfully identifying trends and challenges in the rapidly evolving industry. The well-attended summit highlighted looming opportunities of digital advancement waiting for Namibia. Held under the theme:...