Civil society and state institutions hail Constitution for restoring rights and dignity of all

Civil society groups and state institutions have hailed the Namibian Constitution, saying it has restored the rights and dignity of all without discrimination while addressing past injustices. Namibians from different corners marked Constitution Day, which is normally held on February 9th. Equal Namibia member Omar van Reenen says in the 32 years of Namibia’s independence, […]

Traffic congestion in Windhoek’s Aoas interchange could be something of the past

The traffic congestion in Windhoek’s Aoas interchange could be something of the past with the opening of the northern access roads to the Prosperita Industrial Area. The development marks a significant milestone in Namibia’s journey towards industrialization, where access to road infrastructure plays a critical role. The CEO of the Roads Authority, Conrad Lutombi, revealed […]

UNAM rubbished allegations that students at the School of Medicine were admitted along tribal lines

The University of Namibia has dismissed allegations that students at the School of Medicine were admitted along tribal lines. Though not verified by the institution, UNAM says only 41 of the 70 successful applicants indicated on their application forms that they were Oshiwambo-speaking. It is a sensitive matter to talk about, but tribal allegations cloud […]

Dr. Leake Hangala retires

Well-known business personality Dr. Leake Hangala, founding executive chairman of the Hangala Group, has retired from the position, effective May 1, 2023. The executive chairperson of the diversified group in the food, property, construction, and finance sectors will be succeeded by Evangelina Hamunyela, a long-serving board director in the group. The company’s board of directors […]

Bailey spots talent in Namibian football

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Gary Bailey, who is in the country on a business trip, has identified talent in Namibian football and stated that some players would have the potential to thrive in Europe. Bailey made the remarks during a Katutura derby over the weekend. Gary Bailey got a first sense of Namibian football in […]