As Namibia marks 36 years of independence, the conversation must move beyond commemoration to reflection. This is not only where the country comes from, but more importantly, where it is going. At 36, Namibia remains a youthful democracy. Yet, when placed alongside many African nations that gained independence decades earlier, its progress is both notable...
Kavango East is one of Namibia’s 14 regions, situated in the northeast along the Kavango River and covers an area of 23 983.2 km2. Its administrative centre is Rundu, the only urban area. It lies in the middle of the Kavango Basin, bordering both Angola and Botswana. The region boasts abundant natural resources and stunning...
Pinehas K Pinehas “Mental health was the last thing a man could worry about during apartheid,” says Namibian relationship counsellor Ngamane Karuaihe-Upi, known for his insights on social issues, modern relationships and personal development. In an interview with New Era, reflecting on men’s mental health during the liberation struggle and in present-day Namibia, Karuaihe-Upi said...
The Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia has turned the page. From a single role as a statutory body enforcing compliance and licensing of the telecommunication sector, the institution has since taken on more. As Namibia’s digital innovation drive comes calling, CRAN has not only answered such a call but has committed itself to driving the...
Lissony Njembo The Otjozondjupa education directorate recently received a two-hectare piece of land from the Otumborombonga community in the Okakarara constituency for the construction of a primary school. The land was handed over on Friday to the region’s education director, Gerhard Ndafenongo, on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture....
KATIMA MULILO – As Namibia prepares to mark its 36th Independence Anniversary, a proposal to rename Henties Bay in honour of Founding President Sam Nujoma has resurfaced. This has reignited conversation about national identity and historical recognition. Speaking in a public address, Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) lawmaker, who is also the party’s shadow minister...
Selma Gumbo The Office of the Kunene Governor, in conjunction with Agra ProVision, recently conducted a three-day workshop on the beekeeping training programme in Opuwo. The training was aimed at empowering local communities with skills in honey-production by Christo Brisley as a facilitator from Agra ProVision. This training consisted of 15 participants. They were introduced...
OSHAKATI – The Oshakati Town Council has directed all long-distance transport service providers to load and offload passengers only at the bus terminal at the Oshakati Open Market, commonly known as Omatala. The directive, issued in collaboration with the Road Transportation Board of Namibia, comes after years of the terminal being largely ignored by operators,...
Lylie Joel NKURENKURU – Consultants from KPM Environmental Consulting last week held an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) consultation for the proposed Nkurenkuru District Hospital, engaging residents, community leaders and stakeholders on the project scope and potential impacts. KPM’s senior environmental assessment practitioner, Emmanuel Hamadziripi, said the process is a statutory requirement designed to ensure the...
WALVIS BAY – The Erongo police have warned taxi operators in Walvis Bay against transporting packages without knowing their contents. The police and fire brigade held a meeting with taxi drivers yesterday to address concerns about criminal activities involving public transport and to discuss the overall operations of taxis in the town. Senior Inspector Judith...