The commemoration of the 97th White Flag Day took place at Omaruru in the Erongo Region. The day is meant to celebrate special moments and share the rich history with the upcoming generation. The empty streets of Omaruru were filled with the sounds of traditional chanting and horse hooves clopping on the tarred road, echoing […]
A shortage of equipment, limited space, insufficient staff, and inadequate funds are among the factors continuing to hamper the efficiency and effectiveness of services at the Windhoek Central Hospital. This came to light during an inspection visit by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs at the hospital. The dilapidated […]
As investigations continue following the bust of a massive criminal syndicate in Windhoek, it has come to light that the 88 Namibian youths apprehended during the operation have not yet been charged. Instead, they are being held in a secure and undisclosed location while further investigations are conducted and a decision from the Prosecutor General […]
A recent spate of suicides in various regions of Namibia has raised concern and shed light on a pressing need for enhanced mental health support and awareness. The weekend police report shows that multiple suicides occurred between the 6th and the 8th of this month, including a 13-year-old, prompting a call for action. The report […]
The surprise attack by Hamas militants on Israel and some of its military installations has resulted in a declaration of war on Palestine, particularly the Gaza strip controlled by Hamas. More than 1,300 people have been killed as Israel pummels Gaza, and battles continue between Hamas fighters and Israeli soldiers. The United States and its […]
The Vice Chairman of the International Democratic Union (IDU) and leader of the Popular Democratic Movement, McHenry Venaani, has also expressed concern over Israel’s declaration of war against Hamas in the region. In a statement, Venaani emphasised the distressing and worrisome nature of the ongoing conflict. Venaani stressed that a lasting path to peace and […]
The Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Ambassador Penda Naanda, has issued a statement in which Namibia expresses concern and subsequently condemns the ongoing escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one that is long-running. Hamas is fighting for the attainment of sovereignty […]
The Otjozondjupa Regional Council has helped electrify 10 houses of pensioners at Otjiwarongo’s informal settlements. Otjiwarongo councillor Marlene Mbakera says the initiative aims to meet sustainable development goals 1 and 10, which speak to poverty and inequality reduction. The initiative targets connecting 60 households, should funds permit. Most pensioners in the settlements live with school-going […]
Information and communication technologies have become a necessity in almost all aspects of human existence. It is against this background that key stakeholders in the industry are attending the three-day 7th ICT Summit, which kicked off in Windhoek this morning. The digital age has rapidly evolved, and in this new age, ICT provides information at […]
