The Namibian government has announced the change in venue for this year’s commemoration of Heroes’ Day on August 26. The event was initially scheduled to be hosted in Omuthiya, Oshikoto Region, but will now be held in the capital, Windhoek. The Executive Director of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, Dr. Audrin Mathe, announced […]
Deputy Minister of Finance Maureen Hinda-Mbuende is seeking a payment of one million dollars from AR Activist and former Mayor of Windhoek, Dr. Job Amupanda, accusing him of defaming her character. In her testimony before the High Court, Hinda-Mbuende alleged that in 2022, Amupanda posted a picture of an unknown person, followed by a malicious […]
The Fishrot scandal trial faces delays amid legal and financial challenges. This came out during the status hearing for the trial. In a dramatic twist of events, the trial in the infamous Fishrot scandal, which has captivated the nation, is encountering significant challenges that could impact the proceedings. The case involves high-profile figures and allegations […]
The Cuban Embassy in Namibia celebrated the birthday of Cuban revolutionary Fidel Castro at the Fidel Castro Ruz Primary School in Windhoek. The event was also meant to celebrate the relationship between Namibia and Cuba as well as recognise the role that Cuba played during the country’s liberation struggle for independence. The Cuban Ambassador, Sergio […]
The chairperson of African Stars Football Club, Patrick Kauta, has announced his decision to step down from his position in November. Kauta made this revelation during the African Stars award ceremony. Having served the club for over two decades, Patrick Kauta has decided to resign as chairperson of the Samba Boys, also known as Starlile. […]
The Windhoek Gymnasium courts were once again filled with enthusiasm as the highly anticipated Capricorn Group School Netball Super League made its comeback. With the participation of twenty-four schools and nearly seven hundred girls across six age groups, this fiercely competitive event showcased impressive skills. Serving as a platform for A-teams in Namibia, the league […]
A teaching and learning initiative aimed at bridging the subject comprehension gap between learners in public schools and their counterparts in private schools was launched in Swakopmund. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the Directorate of Education, Arts, and Culture and the Red Ribbon Bright Futures Project, a social engagement endeavour. As part of […]
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) is compiling a report on lead exposure in the southern town of Rosh Pinah. The ministry’s public relations officer, Walter Kamanya, confirmed this to nbc News today. Exposure to lead or lead poisoning can lead to brain damage, paralysis, and kidney failure. It may also affect the […]
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security is expected to table a bill in the National Assembly next month that aims to address the issue of stateless or undocumented individuals in Namibia. Currently, there are more than 140,000 stateless and undocumented individuals residing in Namibia, and Deputy Minister Dr. Daniel Kashikola says the […]
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) will continue to implement different methods to improve the health sector across the country. The Executive Director of the Ministry, Ben Nangombe, gave a detailed report on the ministry’s activities at various health facilities at a media conference in Windhoek. The activities include renovations at various hospitals […]
