The Electricity Control Board’s (ECB) financial position remains sound, but the reduced electricity consumption levels over the past five years are not expected to recover instantly, given the prevailing economic downturn, which remains a concern for the ECB’s future revenue projections.
Mines and energy ministry’s spokesperson Andreas Simon said the ministry remains fully aware of the negative impact that high fuel prices inflict on motorists; hence, the public is advised to use scarce resources more prudently during these tough economic times.
Every day, Natalia Shaanika, 15, escorts her five younger siblings across a busy road to a landfill site to relieve themselves. As they squat – partially hidden by scraps of corrugated iron and used toilet paper – their older sister keeps watch.
Namibian labour conditions still have a long way to go as not all workers are enjoying good employment relations, health and safety at their workplaces, constructive social dialogue, and the decent employment they deserve.
The Okahandja municipality has rejected a revenue-collection proposal by the community whose water has been disconnected due to unmanageable municipal bills, which have run into millions of dollars.
Former judicial officer Walter ‘Rooies’ Mostert will remain in police custody and face trial after his application to put a stop to his continued prosecution was dismissed on Friday by the Windhoek High Court.
Former governor of the Ohangwena region Usko Nghaamwa said it makes him happy when schools have resources, such as conducive classrooms and hostels.
Fisheries and Marine Resources minister Derek Klazen said it is only when stakeholders work together through public-private partnerships that they make great progress in their dealings for the common good of society.
The Namibian government, in an effort to uplift the living conditions of those safeguarding Namibia’s wildlife and tourist attraction sites, has injected over N$132 million to upgrade accommodation establishments and management stations at
Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo has said The Long Fire Investments’ mining claims awarded in the Daures constituency were awarded and registered procedurally and in compliance with the Mining Act.