Tsumeb residents staged a demonstration in protest over perceived inequities in employment opportunities for locals at the Dundee Precious Metal Smelters. Residents accused the company of favouritism. They also voiced their frustrations about the lack of contractor job opportunities, which they believe could contribute to alleviating their struggles with poverty and the high cost of […]

More than 60 students and learners from different institutions in Windhoek were empowered through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, otherwise known as STEM subjects, at the Namibia University of Science and Technology. The event, organised by Girl Up Namibia, was aimed at igniting a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics among young people. The […]

The 13th edition of the Okatumba Agricultural Show centred on promoting upcoming young farmers and exchanging ideas between experts and enthusiasts. Speaking at Okatumba in the Otjombinde Constituency, Committee Member Alba Marenga urged young upcoming farmers to concentrate on producing quality stock as opposed to keeping large herds of livestock. “We came up with this […]

Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on the Okakarara Trade Fair Society to continue developing platforms for SMEs to network, market, and showcase locally produced goods. Nandi-Ndaitwah’s remarks were shared on her behalf by Otjozondjupa Governor James Uerikua during the Okakarara Trade Fair fundraising dinner. Nandi-Ndaitwah says Okakarara offers remarkable cultural, economic, and historical […]

The Ministry of Health and Social Services says it will debar contractors who fail to deliver projects and will implement penalties for late delivery. Its Executive Director, Ben Nangombe, said this when he presented a report on the ministry’s activities at health facilities in Windhoek. “Contractors who fail us in the implementation of the projects […]