MTC has reiterated that customers who wish to continue using the services provided by the mobile giant must provide their biometric data during the registration of their SIM cards. MTC’s insistence comes in contrast to the stance taken by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), which clarified that the capture of biometric data would […]
The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, Tjekero Tweya, is of the view that if the existing laws passed in parliament are deemed inadequate, it is necessary to enhance and strengthen them. Tweya also emphasised the importance of engaging in a comprehensive, honest, and constructive dialogue about the management of natural resources […]
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) has announced plans to conduct a formal consultation on the proposed draft Consumer Credit Bill from June to September 2023. This was revealed by the company’s Corporate Communication Officer and Consumer Education Officer, Victoria Muranda. The objective of the bill is to establish regulations and oversight for all consumer […]
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) has signed a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Trustco Group to undertake several programmes. The main focus of the agreement is to bring back the popular Winna Mariba show as well as introduce new programmes such as a sports trivia show, a financial literacy programme, and an entrepreneurship development […]
The National Coordinator of the Namibian Education Coalition for Civil Society Organisations (NECCSO), Martin Matsuib, has expressed concerns about the multitude of challenges facing the education system in the country. Speaking at a media conference on the Global Action Week for Education (GAWE), Matsuib says these challenges hinder the system’s ability to deliver quality education […]
Today marks the 75th anniversary of the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, a day dedicated to honouring the courageous men and women who have served and continue to serve in UN peacekeeping missions. These individuals are recognised for their exceptional professionalism, unwavering dedication, and selfless commitment to maintaining peace worldwide. President Hage Geingob acknowledges […]
Swakopmund-based West Side High School is marred by allegations of fraud and theft. A female teacher is currently out on bail of N$20,000, and an additional two arrests are expected to be executed this week by the Namibian Police. A criminal case of theft has been opened against a Grade 11 teacher at the school […]
Deputy Prime Minister, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised the need for Erongo regional leadership to step up their efforts in promoting private sector involvement in regional initiatives aimed at strengthening industrialization and driving economic development. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was speaking at the roundtable discussion on youth unemployment in Swakopmund. Erongo holds significant importance as it serves as […]
Arrested activist Michael Amushelelo appeared at the Katutura Magistrate Court on Monday, and lawyer Kadhila Amoomo, who is representing Amushelelo, announced that the state continues to oppose bail after his client’s arrest. Amoomo wrote on his social media that Amushelelo, who is being housed at the Windhoek Correctional Facility, will now be held in solitary […]
Despite facing several challenges highlighted during recent oversight visits by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources to resettlement farms in the Otjozondjupa and Omaheke regions, one farmer stood out, thanks to his resilient approach. Johannes Damaseb, an award-winning farmer at Okorusu farm in the Otjozondjupa Region, has demonstrated remarkable progress and has become an […]
