SWAKOPMUND – The Swakopmund Municipality has successfully risen above political interference and pressure, leading to meaningful development that continues to benefit both residents and the town’s economy. This is the fervent position of CEO Archie Benjamin, who attributed their success largely to political maturity among councillors, who chose to put their differences aside in favour...
CHOI – Namibia and Botswana have officially launched Phase Two of their joint Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) sensitisation campaign. Running from 9 June to 5 July 2025, the campaign underscores a powerful message: security and peaceful coexistence begin with informed, united communities. The sensitisation drive – covering 27 villages in Namibia and 71 in Botswana –...
Lahja Nashuuta Bishop Festus Thomas, leader of the Body of Christ Party (BCP), has raised concerns in Parliament over what he termed ongoing discrimination against revival churches in Namibia’s northern regions. He described the treatment as a systematic campaign of religious discrimination and repression, particularly targeting revival churches in northern Namibia. Raising the issue shortly...
Lylie Jeol SILIKUNGA – The Kavango West Regional Council on Monday embarked on a constituency community outreach programme, meant to address immediate needs and long-term development goals in rural communities. The programme started in Silikunga village in the Mpungu constituency and will run until 19 June 2025, with visits to all eight constituencies in Kavango...
Sawi Hausiku MUVEVE – Muveve Clinic, located near Nkurenkuru in the Kavango West’s Musese constituency, will soon benefit from a newly constructed ablution facility, addressing long-standing sanitation challenges. Currently, the clinic, situated 65 kilometres east of Nkurenkuru, has only one dilapidated toilet in the waiting area for both male and female patients, staff as well...
Mulisa Simiyasa OTJIWARONGO – Chief Justice (CJ) Peter Shivute has called on officials attending a weeklong strategic plan workshop at Otjiwarongo to generate a six-year strategic plan centred around accessible justice for everyone.A total of 45 judiciary officials from across Namibia are attending the workshop, which commenced on Monday.Shivute on Tuesday said his office functions...
ONGWEDIVA – David Akuunda of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) was on Monday sworn in as councillor of the Ongwediva Town Council. He stepped into the position that was previously held by fellow IPC councillor Ottilie Haitota.This was done in accordance with Section 10 (1) of the Local Authorities Act. Haitota departed from the...
A recent article on growing hunger in the Tobias Hainyeko constituency has led to a life-changing donation from Namib Mills. The food company has committed to donating 100 bags of 10kg to 25kg of maize meal to help feed struggling residents. The donation follows New Era’s pre-election coverage published last month, which highlighted the deep...
KATIMA MULILO – The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) will issue duplicate voter cards to eligible voters who lost or damaged their voter cards, ahead of the 17 June 2025 by-election in the Kabbe South constituency. According to Kahimbi Masule, ECN’s returning officer for the scheduled by-election in the constituency, duplicate voter cards will be...
GROOTFONTEIN – Over the past four years, Grootfontein has steadily worked towards rebuilding its image. It has successfully constructed houses to replace one of the last remaining remnants of the apartheid government – the compound hostel. The town has also built a modern fire station after a long absence, and has recovered millions in long-standing...