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‘Stop selling communal land’

RUNDU – Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa discouraged the unabated sale of communal land in Namibia, saying there is no law in Namibia that authorises chiefs or their headman to sell communal land. “Communal land is being sold left and right. Communal land is to be administered as communal land not as...

Immanuel promises justice for City workers 
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Immanuel promises justice for City workers 

Kaviveterue Virere  Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, Fillemon Immanuel, has assured workers of the City of Windhoek (CoW) who are currently on strike that his ministry will investigate their concerns. The employees from the City’s Solid Waste department, most of them cleaners, claim that they were paid N$14.00 per hour rather than the legally...

Mixed rainfall patterns predicted 
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Mixed rainfall patterns predicted 

Namibia is expected to receive varying rainfall patterns, ranging from above-normal and normal to below-normal rainfall during the 2025/2026 rain season.  This is according to a seasonal forecast by the Namibia Meteorological Services (NMS), covering the period between October 2025 and March 2026.  The forecast was released in a statement issued by Secretary to the...

NNN slams begging bowl mentality … ‘Avoid being bullied into submission’ 
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NNN slams begging bowl mentality … ‘Avoid being bullied into submission’ 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to reject being bullied for their natural resources, saying the country must learn to negotiate from a position of strength and confidence when dealing with international investors.  Speaking at the inaugural Namibia Public-Private Forum (NPPF) in Windhoek on Thursday, themed ‘Public-Private Dialogue to Drive Decent and Sustainable Job...

Omoda and Jaecoo record strong growth
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Omoda and Jaecoo record strong growth

Omoda and Jaecoo, the marques comprising South Africa’s Brand O&J division, have posted impressive third-quarter sales results, demonstrating sustained momentum. September and year-to-date figures underscore the brand’s continued growth in southern Africa’s automotive landscape. Between July and September, Brand O&J sold 2 472 vehicles, which is a 26% increase over the second quarter and a...

From hot springs to hope
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From hot springs to hope

Heather Erdmann REHOBOTH- In the low-lying area of Rehoboth – between the town’s famous hot springs and Reho Spa – stands a quiet miracle; a small school that turns natural heat, love, and perseverance into hope for children with disabilities. The Lebensschule in Rehoboth’s Block C is a small centre that continues to restore dignity...

Top JAC Motors delegation celebrates 8 years
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Top JAC Motors delegation celebrates 8 years

JAC Motors South Africa recently hosted a high-level delegation from JAC Motors International, based  in Hefei, Anhui Province, China. The delegation aimed to explore opportunities and develop plans to further expand JAC Motors’ investment in the Southern African market, with a strong focus on advancing growth in the new energy vehicle sector. Operating in Southern...

694 000 lifted from acute poverty…as country’s crop output hits 75%
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694 000 lifted from acute poverty…as country’s crop output hits 75%

The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report shows that Namibia has made commendable progress in lifting more than 694 000 people from high levels of acute food insecurity, with only 456 000 Namibians currently reported to be facing extreme hunger when compared to the 1.15 million people recorded last year. The IPC report, which...

Motorsport Expo 2025 ready to thrill crowds
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Motorsport Expo 2025 ready to thrill crowds

The Motorsport Expo 2025 is all set for tomorrow and Saturday at the Tony Rust Racetrack to provide the public with a fun and adrenaline-filled weekend.  The expo comprises five events happening on the outskirts of Windhoek.  The Friday events, starting from 17h00, are spinning and drags.  On Saturday, the expo kicks of early at...

Mid-Year budget is a measured balancing act…analysts welcome smart, cautious moves in tough economy
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Mid-Year budget is a measured balancing act…analysts welcome smart, cautious moves in tough economy

Simonis Storm (SS), a local financial firm, has commented after Tuesday’s Mid-Term Budget Review that the domestic fiscal outlook is credible but conservative. The firm expects mildly expansionary fiscal stance through 2026, balancing electoral and economic imperatives, followed by a firmer consolidation path thereafter.  The SS comments come after finance minister Ericah Shafuda reallocated some...