Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism Pohamba Shifeta says trophy-hunting is vital for conservation, sustainable development and ecosystem preservation, not only in Namibia, but also throughout southern Africa. “When properly managed and regulated, trophy-hunting provides vital economic incentives that empower local communities and private landowners to become active stewards of their natural resources,” he said....
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) has invested N$533 million in fibre deployment over the past five years, a move aimed at enhancing connectivity and supporting the growing demands of various sectors. As the company prepares for an anticipated expansion in the energy sector next year, it acknowledges that this is a much-needed intervention. Also, in its...
Auleria Wakudumo The Oshana police will officially launch their festive season operation next week at various regional roadblocks. Oshana regional commander, Commissioner Naftal Lungameni Sakaria made these remarks during a parade at the police regional headquarters in Oshakati. He said these operations have already commenced, but the official launch will take place next week Monday,...
Having a sickly infant and not knowing what the problem is, is the most daunting thing a parent can go through. Not having the ability to afford healthcare is an even bigger problem, according to Sophie (not her real name). The mother of a one-year-old is one of the beneficiaries of the food support by...
Universal health coverage (UHC) is one of the World Health Organisation’s top priorities as it works towards equitable access to essential health services without people being exposed to financial hardship, says WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. He added that shockingly, half the world’s population cannot access one or more essential health services. “While access...
The first mobile telephony company in the country, Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC), stated it remains unshaken by the potential introduction of Elon Musk’s low earth orbiting satellite communication company, Starlink. This is as Starlink, a wholly owned subsidiary of Musk’s SpaceX, currently faces regulatory hurdles in Namibia and across many other African countries. At its...
The Chief Hosea Kutako Memorial Museum and Homestead Shrine, which was officially unveiled yesterday at Toasis in Omaheke region’s Aminuis constituency, should be viewed in correspondence with Kutako’s principles and ideals of unity, nationalism and the development of all Namibians. This was the key message from President Nangolo Mbumba during the inauguration yesterday, where he...
Charmaine Boois MARIENTAL – The Hardap region has a lot of agricultural potential, with its fertile soil and many agricultural activities, but persistent drought has become a huge concern for many farmers and backyard gardeners in the region. However, many people keep going despite these difficulties, hoping and praying for more rain and coming up...
SWAKOPMUND – The Doro !Nawas Conservancy has claimed a small but significant victory after it successfully obtained an interim interdict from the High Court of Namibia to halt all mining activities within its jurisdiction. The decision was made by High Court Judge Colin Parker on Monday after a hearing on 8 November. The Doro !Nawas...
WALVIS BAY – Controversial lithium mining company Xinfeng Investments has admitted to engaging in illegal mining in a letter addressed to mining commissioner Isabella Kandjii-Chirchir last week. However, in a bold move, the company has also requested the mines ministry to expedite the approval of their licence and paperwork so they can export processed ore...