The Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein said the provision of clean drinking water for both humans and livestock in rural and urban areas remains central to the government’s agenda.
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Grade 11 is the new ‘matric’… ex-NIED boss defends new curriculum
One of the experts who crafted the new education curriculum says there is no ground to question the quality of the new Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary curriculum, as it is benchmarked against the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE).
Erindi workers threaten strike…bemoan ‘apartheid’ working conditions
Workers at Erindi have threatened to go on strike after 16 of their colleagues were dismissed while addressing allegations of brutal forms of exploitation, which they likened to the dark days of apartheid.
New mayor binned for ‘supporting opposition’
Unresolved internal Swapo party squabbles in Grootfontein saw suspensions of its newly sworn-in mayor and other executive district members over allegations of voting for the opposition to ascend to the chairpersonship of the management committee.
HIV prevalence remains high in Zambezi
HIV prevalence remains high in the Zambezi region, with over 20% of its population aged between 15 to 49 being positive.
Infanticide accused awaits mental observation
A woman accused of killing her newborn, cutting open her stomach and removing the bowels, is yet to undergo psychiatric evaluation.
NQA board to be appointed by March
The Namibia Qualifications Authority has confirmed the recruitment process of the new council board members is nearing completion.
Sampofu advocates for forest preservation
The Zambezi governor Lawrence Sampofu has called on the region’s residents to preserve forests, as they play a crucial role in mitigating the effects of climate change.
Katima acquires road maintenance equipment
The Katima Mulilo town council, with assistance from the Road Fund Administration, purchased roads maintenance equipment to the value of N$1.8 million.
Kahungu bets on her experience … ex-mayor eyes SPWC secretary role
Former Windhoek mayor Fransina Kahungu, who is standing as a candidate for the Swapo Party Women’s Council secretary position, said her political exposure and professional experience put her in good stead to be considered for the role.