Windhoek-Jan Frylinck has been appointed as the new captain of the senior men’s national team by Cricket Namibia with immediate effect. Frylinck was born in South Africa, but is now a Namibian citizen and has represented Namibia since 2016. As an all-rounder, he has made many telling contributions including 158, his first 1st class century, […]
Windhoek-Namibia Cleaning Chemical Solutions (NCCS) launched a new cycling kit for their team, with new sponsors Pupkewitz Megabuild also joining the event in Windhoek on Wednesday. The NCCS Pro-Cycling team launched their new attire with the blessing of the Namibia Cycling Federation’s Adrian Rolf at the Pupkewitz Megabuild Central branch. At the press briefing, NCCS’s […]
Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo says inequality has the potential to destroy communities. Alweendo was speaking at the annual Economic Association of Namibia conference in Windhoek.
Okakarara residents held a demonstration in solidarity with the family of nine-year-old murder victim, Cheryl Ujaha. Residents say they are disheartened by the continued killing of vulnerable women and children.
Teachers, learners as well as family members gathered at Gammams Primary School for the first memorial service of late Cheryl Ujaha, who was brutally killed more than a week ago. Deputy Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Lucia Witbooi says the public has a lot to do to ensure the safety of children at […]
The University of Namibia’s (UNAM) law students have threatened to take the institution to court over what they term deflated marks. Students are accusing the Law Faculty of unfair alterations of the examination results without notifying the students in advance.
World poverty levels declined considerably over the past few decades. Between 1981 and 2013, poverty is said to have dropped from 37% to 13% of the world’s population. In terms of numbers, poverty dropped from 1,9 billion, to 0,8 billion people.
President Hage Geingob has left Beijing for home, following the conclusion of the Forum on China-Africa (FOCAC) summit. Geingob participated in the meeting both as Chairperson of Southern African Development Community and Namibian Head of State.
A literature expert is advocating for the recognition of mother-tongue instruction in lower-primary level. Professor Sarala Krishnamurthy believes this will help preserve culture and promote easy learning. Estimates indicate that over 6 000 languages and dialects spoken around the globe are on the verge of extinction.
Windhoek-The Chief Executive Officer of Namibia Rugby Limited, Mervin Green, says game time is crucial for national players in their preparation for the 2019 World Cup. The current state of affairs surrounding the players’ Currie Cup participation is however making the situation difficult. It all started when Rugby sponsors in the country threatened to withdraw […]
