Sadrag Panduleni Shihomeka, the country’s Media Ombudsman, yesterday underscored the importance of integrity, fairness, truth and accuracy, saying those principles are the foundation and lifeline of ethical journalism. Engaging New Era staff during yesterday’s brief courtesy visit, Shihomeka praised the publication’s continued efforts in disseminating factual, fair and accurate information to the public, saying New...
ONGWEDIVA- The Omukwaniilwa of the Ondonga Traditional Authority, Fillemon Shuumbwa Nangolo, has expressed concern over the rise in violent incidents involving mentally ill individuals. He attributed much of the problem to parents who have failed to educate their children about cultural values and norms. The King emphasised that many young people today suffer from mental...
1. Namibia and Botswana memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Cooperation on Energy Resources Cabinet took note and approved the proposed memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Namibia and Botswana on cooperation in the field of energy resources. Cabinet authorised the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy to sign the MOU with his...
The placement of more than 100 medical interns at various hospitals this year is on hold pending the allocation of necessary funds, spokesperson of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Walters Kamanya said. Kamanya, in response to recent concerns by a group of unplaced medical interns, on Tuesday told Nampa the ministry faces financial...
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has awarded a N$4.9 million tender to print ballot papers for the country’s regional councils and local authorities’ elections to South African-based company Uniprint Global. The elections, slated for 26 November 2025, will see Uniprint Global print and deliver a total of 1,817,100 ballot papers for regional councils’ elections...
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi has disclosed that over 1 500 vehicles operating without proper licences and documents have been blocked from the Yango ride-hailing platform. Speaking during the unveiling of new members of the country’s Transportation Commission on Monday, Nekundi said the suspension of operating licences and documents is part of a broader...
The Namibia Housing Enterprise (NHE) has rolled out its Informal Settlement Upgrading Project (ISUP) to Kalkfeld in the Otjozondjupa region, where 93 houses will be constructed under the initiative. During a groundbreaking ceremony marking the handing over of the site to a contractor yesterday, the NHE reaffirmed its commitment to provide affordable houses to Namibians...
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Poverty Eradication, Labour and Industrial Relations of the National Assembly has called for further strengthening of the country’s social protection systems to uphold the dignity and welfare of all Namibians. Speaking during a two-day Orientation Workshop on Social Protection at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund, members of the committee gathered...
Iuze Mukube Traditional heads of the 1904/08 genocide affected communities recently convened in the capital to update the nation on the progress of the ongoing negotiations on reparations with the Namibian and German governments. The gathering took place at Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School. It was aimed at urging the Namibian government...
Auleria Wakudumo In a region where gymnastics is still seen as a sport reserved for “others”, an Ongwediva-based club is rewriting that narrative in style, with medals to show for it. KMA Gymnastics Club, nestled in the heart of Ongwediva, has become a beacon of inspiration for young athletes northern Namibia. Founded in 2021 by...