Despite a court case instituted by Swapo members against the party’s decision not to elect a new party president several months after the death of president Hage Geingob in February, the party has stuck to its guns that its decision will eliminate factionalism and destabilisation of the institution. This stance was made loud and clear...
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Bickering Swanu at crossroads
Lahja Nashuuta With the Presidential and National Assembly elections fast approaching, the dust of factionalism is refusing to settle within one of Namibia’s oldest political parties, Swanu. The faction led by Evilastus Kaaronda on Saturday launched the party’s manifesto during the Omaheke regional conference in Gobabis. Meanwhile, Windhoek’s 8ste Laan branch, which is said to...
Walvis Bay councillors sent home
WALVIS BAY – The Walvis Bay council has suspended three of its councillors, following a special council meeting held on Thursday as per the standing rules of order, for a period of one month. This was announced by the town’s mayor and chairperson of the council, Trevino Forbes, at a media briefing on Friday. The...
OATF 2024 bridges tradition, innovation
The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair has successfully concluded, drawing more than34 000 visitors over its nine-day run. Held under the theme “Bridging Tradition and Innovation,” the event showcased a harmonious blend of Namibia’s rich cultural heritage and cutting-edge advancements. With more than 400 exhibitors, the fair highlighted how traditional practices can co-exist and thrive alongside...
Nam lauded for blocking Israeli-weapon carrier
WALVIS BAY – Palestinian ambassador to Namibia, Hanan Na’eem Ameen Jarrar, has praised Namibia for denying the MV Kathrin, a vessel allegedly carrying Israeli weapons, entry into Namibia. Over a week ago, justice minister Yvonne Dausab instructed the Namibian Ports Authority to prevent the vessel from entering Namibian waters. The bold move by Namibia has...
Namibia gears up for World Skills Competition
President Nangolo Mbumba said he is confident Team Namibia will bring the trophy home, as the team prepares to compete at the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France. Mbumba bid farewell to 14 competitors at their official send-off held at State House on Thursday. The 47th WorldSkills Competition is scheduled to take place from 10...
Wanderers, Kudus equip for semifinals
Wanderers 1 head coach, Dirk Human, expressed that it is always a privilege to compete in this weekend’s semifinals at Windhoek High School Vegkop. He highlighted the team’s enthusiasm, as all their squads prepare for the crucial matches. “Some players are very familiar with the grounds, so it will be thrilling to see them return...
Ode to a pair of ex-ballers
Well, the author came to know Seth Tjazuko during our stint with the newly formed unfashionable Katutura outfit Windhoek Defenders Football Club in 1969. The red and green strip outfit was formed by the football-crazy South African migrant one Robert Mingula who happened to squat at the Single Quarters holed up right in the middle...
Life Fighters appoint new leadership
In the quest to return to Namibia’s top-flight football scene, Life Fighters have recently appointed a new board of directors to lead the club on an interim basis. The Otjiwarongo-based team was relegated from the Debmarine Premier League last season, and will now feature in the Northern Stream First Division. The term of office for...
NSA embarks upon next statistical project
The NSA will be conducting the Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey (NHIES) during 2025 / 26. The NHIES is the primary source of data on income, wealth and expenditure in Namibia and is instrumental in calculating poverty indicators at both household and individual levels. This will be the fifth NHIES to be conducted in...