President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has issued a national call of confidence in Major General Anne-Marie Nainda, urging global support for her candidacy as president of Interpol and positioning Namibia at the forefront of international security leadership. Speaking at the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Conference last week, President Nandi-Ndaitwah said Namibia is “ready to lead the...
Lahja Nashuuta OSHAKATI – The construction of Namibia’s first modern Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital is nearing completion, with 90% of the work already done. The state-of-the-art facility, valued at N$35 million, is scheduled for completion on 22 November 2025. Once operational, it will serve as a regional referral centre for...
Taimi Haihambo OSHIKUKU – Omusati regional governor Immanuel Shikongo has expressed deep frustration over persistent delays and poor implementation of government projects in the region. Shikongo made the remarks last week during his familiarisation visit to Oshikuku. His visits cover 12 constituencies where he is engaging with community members on issues such as infrastructure and...
Top African women political leaders said real progress in advancing women will only happen when political will is matched with action, resources, and preparation of future generations. This was the view of various women political leaders from across the African continent during the just ended Women, Peace and Security (WPS) high-level event in Windhoek last...
Kaviveterue Virere The Home of Good Hope, a non-profit organisation that began as a humble soup kitchen in 2007, celebrated a significant milestone, yesterday with the groundbreaking ceremony for its new development centre in Goreangab, Katutura. The event marks a major step towards the organisation’s mission to provide holistic support to vulnerable children and youth...
KEETMANSHOOP – A sombre atmosphere prevailed last week as family members, sympathisers and the broader Keetmanshoop community staged a peaceful demonstration condemning the brutal rape and murder of Juanita Karolus. Karolus was murdered in Windhoek two weeks ago. In a petition, the group’s spokesperson Alwina Schmidt raised concern over the escalating cases of Gender Based...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for renewed international collaboration to safeguard Namibia’s water resources. She cautioned that climate change is intensifying the nation’s struggle with water scarcity. Addressing a visiting delegation from the Global Water Partnership (GWP) led by executive secretary Alex Simalabwi at State House on Friday, President Nandi-Ndaitwah said water security must be...
ONGWEDIVA – People no longer open up about their struggles because of gossip, judgment and the stigma that surrounds mental health. This concern came out strongly during the suicide prevention awareness campaign last week in Ongwediva, Oshana region. Victoria Hauwanga, a social worker in the Ministry of Health and Social Services, said the suicide and...
Kaviveterue Virere Workers from the City of Windhoek Solid Waste Department have vowed to continue with their ongoing strike over wages and employment conditions until their conditions are met. The strike, which began on 9 October 2025, has now entered its second week. The industrial action involves cleaners who are primarily responsible for litter picking,...
WALVIS BAY – The Ministry of Health and Social Services is currently on high alert after the first Mpox case was detected in Swakopmund on Saturday. According to the ministry, the patient is currently in a stable condition and in isolation at the Swakopmund District Hospital. The case was detected on 18 October 2025, and...