Namibia’s hard-hitting super middleweight Paulinus Ndjolonimus, popularly known as ‘John John’, produced a brave and determined performance but ultimately suffered defeat against Denmark’s undefeated Jacob Bank in a high-stakes international bout. As has become characteristic of the Namibian fighter, Ndjolonimus opened the contest cautiously, taking time to assess his opponent and settle into his rhythm....
Auleria Wakudumo Traditional authorities without recognised chiefs say they were excluded from a workshop on amending the Traditional Authorities Act held in Otjiwarongo last week. These authorities claim they were not invited because they have no recognised chiefs. They have raised concerns about fairness and inclusion in a process that affects all traditional authorities in...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned Swapo leaders against internal divisions and misinformation, saying such threats could weaken the ruling party. Nandi-Naditwah made the remarks on Saturday at the party’s headquarters in Windhoek as she officially opened the Central Committee meeting, during which Kadiva Hamutumwa and Sakarias Nendongo from the Namibia Exile Kids Association (NEKA), alongside...
Auleria Wakudumo The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has responded to concerns raised by teachers following the reduction and in some cases removal of bush (remoteness and hardship) allowances. Steenkamp told New Era that the review was necessary and long overdue. She explained that the process was guided by...
The FNB Women’s Super League returns this weekend with Round 14 and 15 fixtures, promising a thrilling slate of matches across various venues. FC Ongos Ladies head coach Shama Gure emphasised the significance of the upcoming encounters, noting that his side is preparing with focus, discipline and respect for their opponents. “This weekend presents two...
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) World U/18 Junior J30 tournament is currently underway at the Central Tennis Courts in Windhoek. The competition began on Monday, with the J60 event set to start on Saturday and conclude on 2 May 2026. A total of 57 players are competing in the tournament, including 40 boys and 17...
OSHAKATI – A total of 901 students graduated from the University of Namibia’s (Unam) northern campuses on Wednesday, with vice chancellor, Professor Kenneth Matengu emphasising the institution’s role in driving national development through higher education. Speaking during the Unam northern campuses graduation ceremony, Matengu said the graduates form part of the university’s contribution to Namibia’s...
Eba Kandovazu EENHANA – Under a large tree on the outskirts of Eenhana, in a settlement called Opalasa, a San family of more than 30 people begins and ends every day in the same fragile space they call home. With no proper rooms and only makeshift structures known as ‘Omapundo’, built from sticks, wood, and...
Rudolf Gaiseb Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) secretary general Manuel Ngaringombe says the party is in a sound financial state despite claiming bankruptcy in late 2024 and after spending between N$6 and N$8 million on election campaigns. Ngaringombe revealed these during an interview with this reporter earlier this week, noting the party’s survival is not tied...
Auleria Wakudumo After years of living in makeshift shacks, teachers at Helao Nafidi Combined School in Oshiti shaHaihonya village, Okongo, finally have proper accommodation. The newly constructed teachers’ house consists of eight bedrooms – four allocated to male teachers and four to female teachers – a kitchen, showers and a sitting room. Ohangwena governor Kadiva...