The Namibian wrestling team delivered a commendable performance at the African Continental Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, earning multiple medals and showcasing promising talent across various categories. Leading the way for Namibia in the Greco-Roman division was Lisias Shipopyeni in the 55kg category, who secured an impressive silver medal after a series of strong performances. Shipopyeni...
OPUWO – President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged for the collective recognition of workers’ efforts by upholding fairness, respect, and accountability in workplaces. She appealed to all stakeholders to renew their commitment to creating a Namibia where each worker is appreciated, every employer acts responsibly, and each institution contributes to the country’s overall well-being. “It must be...
Noreen Sitali JOHANNESBURG – Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Philippus Katamelo has been appointed chairperson of the Permanent Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution of the Pan-African Parliament, marking a significant step in strengthening the leadership of a key African parliamentary body. The Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution plays...
Festus Hamalwa Dalene Kooper OKANGHUDI – The long weekend has claimed over 20 lives in separate accidents across the country, prompting former President Hifikepunye Pohamba to call for urgent road safety interventions. Among the dead were 11 people killed on Friday morning along the B1 road between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo when a Ministry of Health...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on government institutions and the private sector to urgently convert existing training budgets into structured internship and apprenticeship opportunities. She warned that Namibia’s growing number of graduates must not end up without work experience. She made the remarks yesterday at the University of Namibia (Unam) graduation ceremony in Windhoek, where...
Auleria Wakudumo As many Namibians prepare to rest, travel and spend time with their loved ones ahead of Worker’s Day, informal workers said the day carries little significance beyond another opportunity to earn a living. Rivaldo Nawases, a Yango driver, said he sees the long weekend as a chance to maximise his income rather than...
As Namibia prepares to mark International Workers’ Day tomorrow, a new approach tothe commemoration is emerging. This is following a recent meeting between President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and leaders of the National Union of Namibian Workers (NUNW). This year’s event, to be held in Opuwo, will jointly be organised by government, employers and trade unions. ‘...
The Standard Bank Top 8 Cup gets underway this Saturday at the Vineta Stadium in Swakopmund, bringing together the top eight teams from the recently concluded Namibia Premier Football League 2025/2026 season to compete for top honours. A total of N$600 000 awaits the winners, while the runners-up will pocket N$300 000, and the losing...
The newly elected president of the Namibian Deaf Sport Federation (NDSF), Uushona Peter, alongside his Executive Committee, has pledged to transform deaf sport into a powerful platform for inclusion, development, and socio-economic empowerment in Namibia. Elected on 25 April, the new leadership says sport must be viewed beyond recreation, describing it as an industry capable...
Minister of Health Dr Esperance Luvindao, yesterday officially inaugurated a new board for the National Institute of Pathology (NIP), appointing a team tasked with steering the institution for the next three years. The newly appointed team includes, Stephanie Viljoen, who is the chairperson, with Lucia Kazetjikuria serving as vice-chairperson. Other members include Helvi Haludilu and...