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Newly-elected members of Parliament (MPs) in Namibia have started their leadership journey with an induction and orientation seminar aimed at preparing them for their roles in the 8th Parliament. The seminar that started on Monday focuses on fostering effective and meaningful democracy. The event serves as an essential platform for MPs to understand their roles,...
ONDANGWA – Electricity Control Board (ECB) CEO Robert Kahimise has urged the public to avoid using unregistered electricity contractors to prevent potentially fatal accidents. He made the plea during a media conference in Ondangwa on Tuesday, where he said possessing electrical skills does not automatically qualify someone to perform electrical installations. His warning follows the...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has issued a firm directive to her newly- appointed Cabinet, emphasising performance, accountability and rapid service delivery as the cornerstones of her administration. Addressing the first sitting of the 8th Cabinet at State House yesterday, she made it clear that there will be no room for complacency. “You have all received your...
Authorities in Botswana are investigating potential corruption around the failed attempt by Namibia and Botswana to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Dubbed ‘BONA’ – the first two letters of each country’s name – it never materialised after Namibia pulled out at the 11th hour, citing financial constraints. Namibia abruptly withdrew due to...
OTJIMBINGWE – Despite good rains received in various parts of the country, farmers in the Erongo region remain trapped in a relentless drought that has devastated their livestock and livelihoods. The region, largely covered by desert terrain, has been among the hardest-hit, with many farmers losing nearly everything, forcing them to close both kraals and...
The OB-GYN Practice and #BeFree Cares Clinic have partnered to improve reproductive healthcare for young people. Thus, emphasising their shared commitment to increasing access to high-quality obstetric and gynaecological care, particularly for women and girls in underserved areas. During the event on Monday, the two organisations signed an agreement at the #BeFree Youth Campus in...
Lahja Nashuuta Gender Links, a Southern African non-governmental organisation, has commended Namibia for its significant progress in bridging the gender gap and advancing women’s empowerment. Gender Links promotes gender justice and equality. Gender Links’ CEO Colleen Lowe Morna has called upon the African continent, particularly the Southern African Development Community, to draw inspiration from Namibia...
NKURENKURU – The Namibian Police Force in the Kavango West region on Monday received donations of items worth N$ 24 000 from the United Nations Population Fund (UNPFA) via the gender and child welfare ministry. The donated items, which comprised a fridge, stove, table and four chairs, a microwave and utensils, including pots, will be used...
RUACANA – A total of 109 households, comprising 362 families, have been relocated from Otjihitwa village to an open area at Etunda in Ruacana, Omusati region. This is after severe flooding submerged their homes over the weekend. Otjihitwa, located between Onesi and Ruacana constituencies, was heavily affected by rising water levels, forcing residents to seek...
President Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah has urged Namibians to fiercely protect the freedom and peace that they enjoy today. She made these remarks on Southern Africa Liberation Day, commemorated on Sunday. Speaking to Namibians and the broader SADC community, Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to the sacrifices that paved the way for today’s liberties. “As Namibians, we should...