SWAKOPMUND – The return of erstwhile Swapo Arandis constituency councillor Benitha Imbamba as chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council is imminent. This is after her reinstatement was placed on the agenda. The special council meeting where Imbamba’s fate will be determined is set for tomorrow. This is according to a statement issued last week by...
Taimi Haihambo Transport minister Veikko Nekundi has come out swinging after a surprise visit to the delayed Engoyi-Omuntele road project in Oshikoto region, calling out poor decisions, unapproved demolitions and alleged corruption. The construction of the 16-kilometre stretch between Omuntele and Engoyi began in October 2023 but is still far from finished. However, the Road...
Rudolf Gaiseb Namibia’s drive toward digital transformation has received a major boost with the launch of Phase II of the Africa-Asia Youth Coding Initiative, a joint effort by Unesco and the Chinese government. The initiative is set to equip learners and teachers with vital coding, digital literacy and artificial intelligence (AI) skills—paving the way for...
OTUANI – In a region often overlooked, where resources are scarce and distances vast, one man has proven that determination can triumph over limitation. Opuwo Rural constituency councillor Westen Muharukua, who entered office through a 2021 by-election, said he has transformed his community with projects that rival those of full-term councillors. This was all without...
The boy child is often perceived as strong, emotionless and resilient by default. Society has painted a picture of a man who must endure silently, provide without complaint, and succeed without faltering. But today, I want to say to every boy and man reading this: you are allowed to feel, seek help and grow into...
The merging of the ministries of fisheries and agriculture underscored the government’s commitment to growing the primary industries. Added to this is another vital ministry – that of land reform. Combined, the ‘merger’ places agriculture at the centre of focus as a formidable industry. This is because the Namibian agricultural sector directly and indirectly impacts...
New Era (OH) Senior journalist Otniel Hembapu recently sat down with Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate (PN), who spoke about his reappointment, reflected on his last term as regional head, and also unpacked a range of issues currently facing the region, including the fight against malnutrition, youth unemployment and alleged corruption and tribal infights. OH: You...
Lahja Nashuuta Behind the scenes of Namibia’s public service healthcare system is a committed young civil servant. His daily goal is to provide smooth access to medical aid for all public servants and their families. This week, New Era met Salomo Tangi Mweuyange Salomo, a 30-year-old administrative officer at the Ministry of Finance and Social...
Kaviveterue Virere A group of former fishermen on Tuesday called for government support in securing a five-month back pay they claim is owed to them. The fishermen were hired under the Namsov Fishing Enterprise and the Heinaste quotas. Many of them claim that they have suffered great financial loss since their layoffs in December 2022...
EPALELA – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has announced the planned transformation of the Epalela Aqua-Fish Farm into a fully integrated farming hub. It aims at enhancing sustainable food production and agricultural efficiency in the Omusati region. This development was confirmed by the ministry’s executive director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, during a recent...