Hilma Nalupe Veteran journalist Roland Routh is retiring after a decades-long career that took him from the trade union press to some of Namibia’s biggest newsrooms, leaving behind a legacy of sharp court reporting and storytelling that entertained and informed readers. Routh’s path to journalism began in an unlikely place; while working as a meat...
Loide Jason Kaviveterue Virere Victoria Immanuel President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has ordered that no resources be spared to save Etosha National Park after massive fires destroyed parts of the country’s top tourist attraction. She said Etosha is the lifeblood of Namibia’s tourism and must be protected at all costs. Speaking through Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare in...
Rudolf Geiseb Fencing of communal land will be something of the past, if the land bill before Parliament is passed in its current form. This will be a drastic move from current legislations that permits fencing on certain grounds. The 18-year-old draft Land Bill is a consolidation of the Agricultural (Commercial) Land Reform Act and...
PHILADELPHIA – Namibia and the United States, through the City of Philadelphia, are exploring the possible establishment of direct shipping routes, air links and student exchange programmes. The deliberations occurred when President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met Philadelphia mayor Sherelle Parker at City Hall, turning what began as a ceremonial visit into a historic blueprint for economic...
Hilma Nalupe The High Commission of India hosted the Viksit Bharat run on Sunday at Yellowstone Trails in Ludwigsdorf. The event formed part of Seva Pakhwada, a fortnight dedicated to service, civic responsibility and community participation. The run, staged in more than 150 cities worldwide under the theme ‘Run to Serve the Nation’, commemorated the...
RUNDU – The Ngato Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) on Friday unveiled its Beauty Hub alongside the introduction of two new courses in clothing production and cosmetology, designed to empower young people in Rundu and beyond. The cosmetology programme covers hair styling, skincare, nail care and make-up artistry. About 15 local youths have been...
Auleria Wakudumo Joy, relief and pride filled the air in Outapi as 184 residents finally received title deeds to their land after waiting nearly 25 years. The historic ceremony, held under the Flexible Land Tenure System, transformed years of uncertainty into a new era of ownership, dignity, and opportunity. The Flexible Land Tenure System (FLTS)...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah yesterday reminded the country’s commercial farmers that for Namibia to succeed in its food security efforts and strengthen its agricultural value chains, their involvement and interest in key government policies and programmes will be of paramount importance. Nandi-Ndaitwah made this call during yesterday’s site visit to Camp Xain Quaz, where she met...
Namibia Post Limited (NamPost) will launch its pilot Social Cash Grant Payment programme next week at selected post offices and mobile sites, ahead of a nationwide rollout. In a press statement released on Tuesday, NamPost Corporate Communications Officer, Joseph Teofelus, stated the pilot phase will be launched on 9 October 2025, while the nationwide rollout...
Lahja Nashuuta The Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) has received an unqualified audit report for the 2023–2024 financial year, which highlights the institution’s strong financial management, accountability and governance. Signed off by Auditor General Junias Kandjeke, the report confirms that NAB’s financial statements accurately reflect its financial position, performance, and cash flows, in compliance with International...