The Cabinet approved N$257 million for the National Youth Fund (NYF) initiative, which seeks to support start-ups and small and medium-sized businesses led by young people. However, it is disheartening to learn that only 42 applications were accepted out of 13,700, even though the fund will be operational once the pilot phase is initiated. This...
The individual taxpayer is under severe strain, with some paying up to a third of their income to tax. Those lucky enough to still be gainfully employed are so heavily taxed that the little they have left is further eroded by increasing payments for mortgages and car loan repayments, as well as food and other...
Józef Sikela (JS), the European Union (EU) commissioner for international partnerships has been in Namibia for the past three days, familiarising himself with the country and cementing the role that the EU plays in Namibia. New Era’s Paheja Siririka (PS) had an elaborate discussion with Sikela, looking at specific priorities of his visit, a thorough...
Lahja Nashuuta Alli Mushoko, Head of the Social Sciences Department at Suiderhof School in Windhoek, says serving in public service is not about perks, but about the desire to groom young people into becoming productive citizens. “Teaching is sacrifice, but it’s also love,” he reflects. “It’s about consistency and resilience, and it’s about believing in...
Kaviveterue Virere Namibia confirmed its position as a global leader in climate action and sustainable development at the Legislators Forum for Friendly Exchanges, which took place in Xinjiang, Uyghur Autonomous Region, People’s Republic of China. Namibia’s innovative green hydrogen and synthetic fuel projects, renewable energy facilities like the Cerim Lüdertz Wind Farm and Otjikoto Solar...
Kaviveterue Virere Parliamentarian Abed Hishoono of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has given notice to question Sanet Steenkamp, Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, on 25 September 2025, over the alleged misappropriation of funds at the National Youth Service (NYS). This follows a damning report by the auditor general, which issued...
Hilma Nalupe The High Commission of India in Windhoek was filled with colour, texture and history earlier this week as an exhibition on the importance of Indian textiles and cotton began. The showcase which took place on Tuesday, takes visitors on a journey through thousands of years of craftsmanship and culture. From the ancient Indus...
KATIMA MULILO – Agro-processing holds the key to unlocking Namibia’s agricultural potential. This was said by agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani at the 2025 National Agronomy and Horticulture Awards (NAHA) yesterday in Katima Mulilo. Zaamwani stressed that turning raw harvests into processed products will boost food security, create jobs, and keep wealth circulating within the country....
Fifteen years on, Junias Fillipus is still waiting for justice. He was wrongfully accused, arrested and detained for 291 days over the alleged rape and murder of Magdalena Stoffles in a Khomasdal riverbed. However, he has yet to receive the N$2.7 million he is claiming in compensation. Speaking to New Era last weekend, Fillipus expressed...
Kaviveterue Virere The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) yesterday launched the Department of Digital Arts and Animation. This marks a major step in the development of the country’s creative economy. The event took place at the main campus of NUST in Windhoek. The new department will first provide short courses in film, digital...