President Hage Geingob’s state of the nation address (SONA) has drawn praise from commentators and opposition leaders who hailed the government’s efforts in strengthening the social safety net. Geingob announced an increase in disability grants from a monthly N$250 to N$1 300.
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Personality of the week – Jeremiah Nakathila….‘I’m not afraid of anyone at lightweight’
Namibian boxing sensation Jeremiah Nakathila is feeling the love from his compatriots following his impressive victory over former world champion, Mexico’s Miguel Berchelt recently in Las Vegas, US. Nakathila, 32, 23-2 (19 KOs) dominated Berchelt on his way to a sixth-round stoppage win as a stunned crowd watched in absolute awe.
AC boxers back in the ring Saturday
Local boxing promoter and trainer Imms Moses yesterday said his boxers are excited and raring to return to the ring this weekend.
Omutumba gwomamalelo goondoolopa gwa tameke nena mOshakati
Omutumba gwomalelo goondoolopa moshilongo kohi yehangano ta li ithanwa Association of Local Authorities in Namibia(Alan) ogwa tameke nena, no tagu ka hula mOlyomakaya mOshakati.
Iipumbu takes AIM at economic development
Lucia Iipumbu (Minister of Industrialisation and Trade) participated in the recent Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) at the concluding Expo 2020 in Dubai (United Arab Emirates).
Nedbank takes private wealth to north and coast
Nedbank Namibia is embarking on a journey that is expected to see the expansion of its Private Wealth offering to the coastal and northern regions of Namibia. Entrusted with this endeavor is newly- appointed Wealth Manager: National Sales and Stockbroking, Johan Möller.
Ngavetene takes the reigns of Central Procurement Board
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has welcomed Amon Ngavetene as the acting chairperson.
Shiimi: Higher civil servants’ salaries will worsen deficit
Finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi pointed out the contradiction of some parliamentarians lamenting the size of the budget deficit and consequently the increase in government debt, while still advocating for the increase in civil servants’ wages.
Aftermath of Covid-19 rarely spoken about
Although Covid-19 symptoms can disappear completely after one is healed from the disease, research has it that a few individuals may continue to experience lingering symptoms and may even develop long term complications after suffering from Covid-19.
Project Never Walk Alone heads to Erongo
Project Never Walk Alone will visit its third region this coming weekend to deliver a total of 1 250 pairs of shoes.








