Economic inclusivity will be a key criterion in the awarding of new fishing rights in 2018. The Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister will be inviting all Namibians to apply for new fishing rights later this year.

City of Windhoek has cautioned the public, especially those living in informal settlements, to exercise good hygiene and not aggravate the further spread of diseases that could come from using questionable water sources.

Despite HIV and AIDS having the full attention of the health system for many years now, those living with the disease still face stigma. A number of those labelled as carrying the disease of “shame”, are walking with their heads held high, presenting themselves as bulletproof to what they termed discriminating remarks.

Germany is willing to apologise for the atrocities committed against the Nama and Ovaherero communities but not to acknowledge this act as genocide. Namibia however, wants Germany to first acknowledge that it committed genocide, before it can accept such an apology.

Former Minister of Youth Sport and National Service, Jerry Ekandjo says he fails to understand the media’s concern over him not being a Minister.

A family in Windhoek was left in tears after the police and the Ministry of Gender and Child Welfare forcefully took their child. The family allegedly lack a proper and safe environment to raise their children.

The task entrusted to teachers requires high moral principles, perseverance and strong believe in oneself, to succeed. These were remarks of Education Deputy Minister, Ester Anna Nghipondoka, when she addressed principals at the Omusati regional principal seminar.

A 29-year-old man and his 54-year-old father are convicted of dealing in ivory early this week at Katima Mulilo Regional Court, were sentenced to fines of N$25 000 and N$18 000 respectively. Both were arrested in June 2013 and were granted bail of N$15 00 each.