Lahja Nashuuta The alleged victims of Rodman Katjaimo’s failed trip to Birmingham, United Kingdom, are still hoping to get their full refunds. Namibian police spokesperson, Kauna Shikwambi has confirmed there are cases that had been opened against Katutura Central constituency councillor Katjaimo by the residents who wanted to travel to the Commonwealth Games that took...
Ambrosius Haoseb, a committed advocate for mental health residing in Dolam in Windhoek, is focused on promoting the significance of regular medication adherence for those experiencing mental health difficulties. He asserts that following prescribed treatment regimens can significantly improve daily functioning, and enable individuals to achieve their aspirations. In a recent interview with Vital Signs,...
Lahja Nashuuta Former president Hifikepunye Pohamba has attributed the botched mass housing project and the limping green schemes to poor planning and supervision, as well as rampant greed. He registered his displeasure in his autobiography launched this week. In the book, he gives a glimpse of his journey and contribution towards liberating Namibia from the...
As Namibia heads into its 2024 Presidential and National Assembly alections, the housing crisis looms as one of the most pressing issues, with over300 000 units needed to address the backlog. Political parties have placed significant emphasis on this issue in their manifestos, outlining various strategies to tackle the issue. But how realistic are these...
Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani has allegedly identified 10 nominees for the upcoming electoral college, as empowered by the party’s constitution. Although he is playing his cards close to the chest, New Era has been reliably informed that prominent academic and former Namibia Institute of Public Management executive director Joseph Diescho is among...
The Forum of German-Speaking Namibians, in its message in remembrance of the 120th anniversary of the 1904 genocide extermination order against the Ovaherero, called on the Namibian and German governments to formulate a new and inclusive joint declaration. Yesterday, 2 October, officially marked 120 years since the commander of imperial German troops, general Lothar von...
WALVIS BAY – The Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) marked its 30th anniversary with a celebration of achievements and a reaffirmation of its role in Namibia’s economic growth and global trade. Established in 1994, Namport has experienced remarkable growth over the past 30 years, with its asset base expanding from N$93 million to N$6.9 billion. The...
OSHAKATI – The 33-year-old man who stands accused of raping his 104-year-old aunt at Ohongo village in the Omusati region, was remanded in custody after making a brief court appearance at Outapi on Tuesday. Omusati Police commander Ismael Basson told Nampa the accused was denied bail and the matter was postponed to 17 February 2024....
KEETMANSHOOP – Promoting multilingual education is not merely an educational endeavour, but a pathway towards building a more peaceful society, where every voice matters, //Kharas governor Aletha Frederick said. Speaking at the commemoration of World Adult Literacy Day here on Tuesday, she said the education directorate should ensure that adult literacy programmes are accessible to...
Auleria Wakudumo Festus Hamalwa OHANGWENA – Various bricklaying, carpentry and agriculture projects to empower young people in Ohangwena are thriving, while others are complaining about lack of funds and mentorship. Youth from constituencies in the region have expressed their appreciation for the funds allocated to support their initiatives. Eleven youth projects underway in Ohangwena have...