HENTIES BAY – Henties Bay mayor Lewis Vermaak has denied allegations of insubordination following claims that the town council defied a ministerial directive to reinstate the CEO and another senior staff member.Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, Vermaak dismissed the claims, stating that the matter remains under review and that the council is committed to upholding due process...
On the eve of 21 March 2025, till the morning hours, the rain poured relentlessly over Windhoek, as if the heavens themselves sought to bless the moment. What was meant to be a grand, open-air spectacle at Independence Stadium was instead moved to the halls of State House – a more intimate yet equally symbolic setting for...
KEETMANSHOOP – Namibia’s key dams have experienced notable increases in water levels following recent rainfall, according to the latest dam bulletin issued by the Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) on Thursday.NamWater’s head of public relations and corporate communication, Lot Ndamanomhata, in the dam bulletin said the Hardap Dam has experienced a strong inflow of 1004.6 million cubic metres (Mm3)/second,...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has promised to preserve the gains of Namibia’s independence on all fronts by advancing prosperity for all. She said the task facing her now is to also ensure that the unfinished agenda of economic and social advancement of Namibians is carried forward with vigour and determination to bring about shared prosperity for...
Botswana’s president Duma Gideon Boko left Gaborone for Windhoek to attend the inauguration of president-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. He said this is a historic occasion that marks a new era for Namibia, and Botswana remains committed to strengthening our deep-rooted ties, fostering regional cooperation, and advancing shared development. He wishes Namibia continued progress and prosperity under...
NamWater has notified Walvis Bay companies and residents that the town’s water supply has been temporarily disrupted by a power outage in the Kuiseb area. At 9h00 this morning, NamWater’s Kuiseb Artisans team reported a power outage and upon investigation, it was confirmed that the outage originated from ErongoRED, NamWater spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata said in...
“I will be the first to admit that the past 13 months have not been easy by any stretch of the imagination.” These were the candid words of President Nangolo Mbumba when addressing the final Cabinet meeting of the outgoing Executive team today. Mbumba said from the very first minute after he unexpectedly ascended to...
The Clemence Rukatero Vihajo Okamatapati Soccer League postponed its last Sunday fixtures to the weekend of 29 to 30 March 2025 in the Otjozondjupa region. Wilson Nguvauva, the league coordinator, said the postponement was caused by the heavy rain experienced in the settlement. “This is understandable as we cannot stop the rain, but our games...
The European Union prioritises upholding the rule of law, transparency, and honesty, values that are fundamental to any democratic society; hence the EU believes that whistleblowers serve a crucial role in upholding the rule of law by exposing corruption. During the TAIEX Workshop on Advancing Whistleblower Protection in Namibia today, EU ambassador Ana-Beatriz Martins said...
President Nangolo Mbumba today attended a service at Olukonda ELCIN church, in his home village to reflect on the presidency and thank the community for its unwavering support. On 4 February 2024, Mbumba’s reign was an extremely difficult experience that put him to the test in ways he never could have predicted. It was a difficult challenge for him to assume...