OMHALAPAPA – Ohangwena governor Sebastian Ndeitunga has revealed that his region has recorded 18 deaths due to malnutrition this year alone. Malnutrition has been confirmed as a serious problem in Ohangwena, which has also led to 270 hospitalisations. Ndeitunga revealed this during the handover of a four-classroom block and a storeroom constructed by the Government...
Zebaldt Ngaruka EPUKIRO – Former Namibian Defence Force (NDF) soldier Matthews Kandenge recently donated goods worth N$10 000 to Ohakavena Kindergarten. This is his contribution to the education of the Namibian child. The donated items include a multifunctional printer, and 15 graduation gowns. In an interview with New Era, Kandenge said the early childhood development...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The Epukiro state veterinary office, under the auspices of Dr Seuakouje Veii, together with Dr Lindsay Scott from Harnas, hosted a rabies’ awareness and vaccination campaign yesterday at Okatuuo village in the Omaheke region. This was part of World Rabies Day commemoration. 28 September is marked as World Rabies Day, and is celebrated...
Andreas Thomas The United States’ proposal to support two new permanent seats on the influential UN Security Council, without veto power, is a disingenuous attempt to maintain Africa’s marginalisation. The US ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, reaffirmed her government’s position on expanding the Security Council in a speech to the Council on Foreign...
Sawi Hausiku RUNDU – The minister of agriculture, water and land reform Calle Schlettwein has warned against the over-exploitation or pollution of the Okavango River as it is already under stress. He made this statement earlier this week during the official unveiling of eight countrywide agri-food system sites to the ministry at Kuwoko Kondja community...
A more visible sight on Namibian roads, the JAC brand is not only winning over the hearts of motorists, but is also winning on the gruelling local rally circuit. This is as M+Z Motorsports’ JAC T8 double cab last weekend scooped first place in the CR1 category at the demanding Gobabis Motor Club Rally. The modified...
Hyundai is about to boost its local model line-up with the stylish and attractive Exter, an all-new compact crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV). It is expected to become a topcontender in the domestic entry vehicle segment. The all-new Exter, expected to hit local showrooms within the next two to three weeks, comes well-equipped with a full...
Iuze Mukube Attempting to get healthcare while battling an illness can be a tedious exercise for many, especially those in remote areas. This may become a thing of the past, as computer scientist Jessé Liula Schiceya has created a telemedicine platform that enables patients to get treatment via digital technology in the comfort of their...
SWAKOPMUND – Chief Justice (CJ) Peter Shivute says the Judiciary faces a challenge in finding replacements for High Court and Supreme Court judges close to retirement. “We are currently working on a succession plan, but we need your assistance in this regard,” he told magistrates who attended a two-day magistrates’ conference in Swakopmund. The conference...
The politicisation of drought relief, officials’ failure to take good care and lack of public awareness about the ongoing drought relief programme are harbingers crippling the government’s drought relief efforts. Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila highlighted these challenges during yesterday’s opening of the two-day National Platform on the Implementation of the 2024/2025 Drought Relief Programme, which...