The National African Student’s Association (NASA) is advocating to NSFAF for an increase in financial assistance to students to help them overcome challenging economic conditions. NASA is urging policymakers to reassess and augment existing financial aid programmes. The student association has submitted a set of recommendations aimed at improving the operations of relevant funds. One […]
Miss Earth Namibia Martha Kautanevali has jetted off to Asia, where she will be representing the country at the 23rd Miss Earth competition slated for December 22 in Vietnam. A throng of family, friends, and supporters escorted her to the Hosea Kutako International Airport to wish her well. Among the well-wishers was Miss Namibia Organisation’s […]
Some members of the National Council welcomed the drought relief budget allocation following the adjustment of the amount by the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises. Iipumbu Shiimi added an additional N$643 million to supplement the drought relief provision under the Office of the Prime Minister, covering both food distribution as well as support for […]
The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) MP Paul Isaak presented a motion for the allocation of land to address the pressing issue of housing for the urban poor and landless citizens in Namibia. Isaak expressed gratitude for the opportunity to discuss this matter that touches the lives of all Namibians. He emphasised housing as a fundamental […]
The green hydrogen programme is seen as a game changer in Namibia’s quest for economic recovery and inclusive growth. The chairperson of the Namibia Green Hydrogen Council, Obeth Kandjoze, revealed that the green hydrogen initiative has so far created employment for about 500 people. Over 80 percent of those currently employed in the green hydrogen […]
The Chairperson of the Kavango West Regional Council, Joseph Sikongo, calls on the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security to increase the staff numbers at the Nkurenkuru Home Affairs office. The office is reportedly only operating with two staff members. The Chairperson of Kavango West Regional Council says the office is supposed to […]
The Galz and Goals Football Development Programme in the Karasburg District of the ||Kharas region recently hosted the FIFA Grassroots Festival, aimed at nurturing young girls and equipping them with the skills to potentially represent the national team in the future. The festival, which took place over the weekend, not only promotes healthy lifestyles among […]
In a groundbreaking move towards transparency and accountability, the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has amended its regulations to conduct public interviews for judicial appointments to the High Court. The decision aligns with the commitment to uphold constitutional principles. The amended regulations, effective November 24, 2023, mandate that interviews for nominated candidates must be open to […]
The JP Brandt Primary School hostel, located at Utuseb in the Namib desert, has undergone a facelift worth N$1.2 million. Principal Anna Josti says since it was built 45 years ago, no major renovations have been done on the school and hostel, located 40 kilometres from Walvis Bay. Rossing Uranium, Pack Safari, Rent a Drum, […]
