Today is Workers’ Day but not all workers are privileged to spend the day at home. Petrol attendants, cashiers and security personnel are among those who form part of the essential service providers, under the current lockdown.

The announcement by President Hage Geingob that Namibia will be entering stage two of the state of emergency regulations, does not mean that the country will move automatically to stage three, following the 28 day period for each stage. The state of emergency will comprise four stages, with the last to be known as the […]

May Day is a national public holiday, paying tribute to the historic struggles and gains made by workers and labour movements. Dr Marius Kudumo, political analyst and former trade unionist discusses more on the day.

Pet owners are encouraged not to neglect the well-being of their cats and dogs during the lockdown period. Hotel Pension New Nouveau General Worker Nico Kohima made the call during the handing over of relief food to pets in Katutura areas.

The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has directed all local authorities not to re-open informal markets without sufficient running water in place. Government believes sufficient supply of water to communities is important to enable them to always wash hands and maintain general hygiene.

Imports of goods through Ariamsvlei border post have declined significantly during the lockdown, compared to the same period last year.

Otjozondjupa Governor, James Uerikua says food parcels in the region will henceforth be handed over door-to-door to those listed with their constituency offices, as most affected by food insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Trade Union Congress of Namibia’s (TUCNA) Secretary-General, Mahongora Kavihuha has heaped praise for Namibian workers for having persevered in delivering services and maintaining the economy during these trying times of COVID-19.

President Hage Geingob has called for social dialogue and the promotion of dignity as key components for the well-being of workers. In a message to mark Workers’ Day 2020, President Geingob says it is important that citizens take a moment to reflect on the crucial role of workers in advancing a better Namibia, especially in […]

Deputy Minister of Sport, Youth and National Services, Emma Kantema-Gaomas said the sport is a billion-dollar industry that creates employment for various professionals. She said the ministry has been affected. Programmes and projects which were in place to be implemented have been halted and athletes have lost income that they derive from being on the […]