President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s journey began in the red soils of northern Namibia long before independence or the promise of equality. Today, she stands as Namibia’s first female Head of State, a symbol of endurance and possibility, a story beautifully told recently in the new documentary, ‘Netumbo: A Leader Beyond Politics’. The film, which premiered on...
The Namibia Press Agency (Nampa) has received an unqualified audit opinion for the 2023/2024 financial year, marking its first clean audit in a decade. This achievement signifies a major milestone in the agency’s governance and financial management, Nampa board chairperson, Ndeuhala Katonyala-Lewis said on Tuesday. She noted that the clean audit from the Auditor General...
First Gentleman Lieutenant General (Rtd) Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah spoke with affection, pride and deep emotion about his wife, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, during the premiere of the new documentary ‘Netumbo: A Leader Beyond Politics’. The film, produced by MultiChoice Namibia and expected to be made public today, narrates the life story of Namibia’s first female President...
Auleria Wakudumo Deep in the Okongo constituency of Ohangwena region, the spirit of unity and determination has transformed Tileinge Andima Combined School, formerly known as Shamukweni Combined School from a modest collection of thatched and corrugated iron shelters into a proud, fully furnished community hostel. This transformation, driven by parents, community members, the private sector,...
Namibia’s fifth and first ever female President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is renowned as one of Africa’s greatest political figures and a fearless freedom fighter, who bestrode continents in pursuit of justice and self-determination. As the country and continent celebrates her 73rd birthday today, Nandi-Ndaitwah’s life, political journey and valour is widely hailed as an inspiration –...
Your Excellency Annalena Baerbock, President of the General Assembly, Your Excellencies, Heads of State and Government, Your Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, When the Founders convened 80 years ago, they did so: To establish an organisation, among others to “save succeeding generations from the scourge of war....
OGONGO – Swapo Party Secretary-General, Sophia Shaningwa, has called on Namibians to turn up in large numbers and vote for Swapo in the upcoming November elections, saying the ruling party remains the pillar of peace and stability in the country. Speaking during a mini rally and the renaming ceremony of the Ogongo Swapo branch, now...
Taimi Haihambo OSHAKATI – In his first 100 days in office, Oshana governor Hofni Iipinge has implemented community-driven projects, infrastructure improvements and youth empowerment. The governor said he visited every constituency since being appointed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on 1 July. He met with government ministries, traditional leaders and local authorities to identify obstacles and...
Ncuncuni constituency’s independent candidate Michael Naiteta said he will bring development to all despite the presence of different political affiliations in the constituency. Naiteta is the headman of Gcwatjinga village. He said he is not seeking a job, as he is employed as a project coordinator at the Rundu Vocational Training Centre. He noted that...
Rudolf Gaiseb The National Revised Policy on Disability launched yesterday anchors Namibia’s commitment to equality, dignity and non-discrimination. Launching the initiative, Vice President Lucia Witbooi said it is built on the understanding that disability is not a limitation of a person but rather a reflection of the barriers created by society. These barriers are in the...