An intense, physical and tightly contested encounter had spectators on the edge of their seats as Namibia’s Desert Jewels battled to a dramatic 49-49 draw against Singapore in their third match of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Netball Cup. The match, held at the Al Nasr Sports Hall, marked Namibia’s first tie of the tournament....
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NFA audit reveals tax debt, heavy spending
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) owes close to N$1.5 million in unpaid taxes to the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA). This was revealed in its audited financial statements for the year ending 31 March 2024. The audit, conducted by Saunderson & Co, highlighted that the debt stems from Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax deductions from...
Cholera hits Opuwo …ministry calls for calmness, vigilance
Auleria Wakudumo The Ministry of Health and Social Services has urged the public not to panic in light of the news of a cholera outbreak in the Kunene region. Instead, the ministry has said, the public should practice vigilance and take the necessary precautionary measures to prevent the disease. This follows the confirmation of a...
All systems go for Kunene by-election
Lahja Nashuuta Loide Jason Voters in the Kunene region are amongst those who will cast their votes today in a by-election to elect a new regional councillor. The two constituencies being contested are Sesfontein and Kamanjab. The vacancy in Sesfontein constituency was created after former United Democratic Front (UDF) councillor Nico Somaeb left the post...
Erongo desalination plant a national asset
SWAKOPMUND – The Erongo Desalination Plant, one of Namibia’s key strategic water assets, marked its 15 years in existence on Friday. The utility, which to date has supplied more than 123 million cubic litres of water to mines and households in the region, also celebrated the fact that this was done safely — without a...
Namibia, Angola forge stronger ICT ties
Maggy Thomas Namibia has forged a strong information and communication technology (ICT) alliance with neighbouring Angola. This marks a significant step towards enhanced digital cooperation. As the 5th ANGOTIC 2025 International ICT Forum in Luanda came to an end, Namibian information minister Emma Theofelus underscored the concentrated efforts to solidify bilateral ties. She said these...
National bowling champs gear up for world debut
National men’s bowling champion Allan Langenstrassen expressed satisfaction with his preparations for the upcoming event. He said he is ready to take on the world’s biggest stars when he represents Namibia later this year at the prestigious 2025 World Bowling Championships in Australia. The event is scheduled from 16 to 30 September. This competition will...
Long-awaited revamp on the horizon for NFA technical centre
After years of mounting concern over its deteriorating condition, the Namibia Football Association (NFA) has confirmed plans to revamp the long-neglected technical centre in Windhoek. The facility was once envisioned as the heart of national football development. NFA spokesperson Isack Hamata said active discussions are underway with stakeholders to upgrade the facility. “The pace of...
Tsumkwe takes underdevelopment sting
OTJIWARONGO – In the remote and isolated Tsumkwe constituency, nestled snugly among the thick forests of northeastern Namibia, people live surrounded by nature but also far from help. When someone gets seriously ill here, the struggle is not just against the illness but also against time, poor roads, and, most painfully, the lack of an...
‘Albinism not a limitation’ …at 38 000 Namibians living with condition
NKURENKURU – Kavango West governor Verna Sinimbo says people with albinism should not be limited by their condition but must have a sense of belonging to the community, where they have equal rights like everyone else. She said albinism is just a rare and beautiful genetic condition. Sinimbo was speaking at this year’s World Albinism...