Luderitz, one of Namibia’s coastal towns, has been overlooked as a tourist destination due to its remote location. The town has a rich history and is known for its German colonial architecture, but the best is on the horizon. The town of Luderitz was originally a trading post and later became a site of forced […]
Ten of the electricity licence holders who have not applied for their annual review with the Electricity Control Board (ECB) were accorded amnesty. ECB initiated to adjust their annual tariff from October 1st, 2023, for post-paid and prepaid; the effective date is October 24th, 2023. ||Kharas Regional Council, Berseba Village Council, and Gibeon Village Council […]
The Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare (MGEPESW) is calling on some locals to stop using people from marginalised communities for cheap labour. The Deputy Director of Marginalised Communities, Rebekka Namwandi, says the practice is inconsiderate and has to stop. Namibia is home to three marginalised communities: the San, Ovatue, and […]
Motorists who have not settled their traffic fines with the City Police are encouraged to pay their dues while they have time. The City Police’s Head of Operation, Deputy Chief Eliaser Iiyambo, revealed that there are about 40 000 warrants of arrest for traffic fines in the |Khomas Region. “I am just urging members of […]
Dundee Precious Metals is set to contribute about N$9 billion in taxes and royalties over the mine’s 13 licence acquisitions. The management of Dundee made the announcement during a courtesy visit to President Hage Geingob at the State House. Dundee Precious Metals made the announcement after acquiring Osino Resources Corporation, owners of the Twin […]
13-year-old Prince Robert Kahimise emerged as the champion of the Ambassador’s Golf Day held at the Windhoek Country Club. Kahimise not only secured the prestigious title but also received a cash prize of 10,000 Namibia Dollars along with a champions trophy. The young golfer captured the hearts of the audience with his exceptional performance throughout […]
It was a disappointing outcome for Namibia’s Schools Under-15 girls and boys football teams at the CAF Schools African Championship held in Harare, Zimbabwe. Both teams fell short in their quest for bronze medals, with the girls’ team suffering a 4-0 defeat against Mozambique and the boys’ team losing 1-0 to Zimbabwe. The Namibian Schools […]
As the festive season brings forth a wave of generosity, Otjozondjupa Regional Council Chairperson and Otjiwarongo Constituency Councillor, Marlene Mbakera, has stepped forward to spread joy. In a heartwarming initiative, she has focused on bringing comfort to mothers with sick infants and children battling various illnesses at the Otjiwarongo State Hospital. Collaborating with Northern Graphite […]
A recent surge in break-ins at legal institutions has prompted heightened concerns over the security of sensitive legal data. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi addressed the alarming trend during a conversation with this reporter, shedding light on the gravity of the situation. Shikwambi expressed deep concern over the targeted nature of these incidents, stating, “The deliberate […]
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources shared valuable insights from their recent study visit to Ghana. They focused on the country’s thriving oil and gas industry and discussed its significant impact on local communities. The Deputy Chairperson of the committee, Elder Filipe, presented the report, indicating that local empowerment through legislation […]
