Namdia, in line with its corporate social responsibility drive, has made a significant contribution to Windhoek’s underprivileged communities by donating a multipurpose cancer trailer. The gesture aligns with the sentiment expressed by the former First Lady during her tribute, emphasising the prioritisation of health initiatives. Monica Geingos addressed the increasing incidence of cancer during her […]
Over 208 of the 235 former Okapale fishermen at Walvis Bay employed by Iyaloo Women Group Investment are accusing the company’s management of unfair labour treatment, non-compliance with the labour law, and unethical practices. This comes after a delay in the workers receiving their basic salaries this month. The 235 fishermen were part of the […]
The High Court in Windhoek is set to hear arguments on Friday regarding the recusal of Zimbabwean Judge Moses Chinhengo from the ongoing Fishrot trial. Nigel van Wyk, a key figure in the scandal, is seeking the judge’s recusal, alleging bias and fears of not receiving a fair trial. Van Wyk’s lawyer, Mbanga Siyomunji, filed […]
The Police Forensic Science Institute disposed of 412 kilogrammes of cocaine valued at N$206 million that were confiscated at the Walvis Bay harbour. The haul that set a record for the largest drug bust in the country was seized on June 1, 2018. Commissioner Nelius Becker of the Namibian Police Forensic Science Institute explains why […]
A significant portion of government debt is due for repayment over the medium term. The N$14.3 billion Eurobond, due on October 29, 2025, is the largest single-day debt maturity in the history of Namibia. Tabling the national budget in the National Assembly, Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi pointed out strong growth in the […]
After Namibia’s independence on March 21, 1990, the Apartheid South African government refused to relinquish control over Walvis Bay. The harbour town, even after the lowering of the Apartheid regime’s flag, was administered by the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Four years later, in 1994, a deal was struck following negotiations between the new […]
Flags can now fly at full mast as the official mourning period for the late President Dr. Hage Geingob has ended. The public holidays declared on the 25th and 26th of February were only for the mourning period and, as such, will not be observed going forward. Speaking at a Cabinet briefing, the Minister of […]
Pensioners are disappointed with the N$200 increment announced, as they were expecting more. The late President, Dr. Hage Geingob, expressed hopes last year for a possible increment of between N$2,000 and N$3,000 in the old age grand. The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, while tabling the National Budget in Parliament, announced an […]
The administrative sector will receive 7.8% of the national budget and an amount of N$6.8 billion in the fiscal year 2024–25 to support effective governance and the efficient administration of public services. The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development’s budget has increased by 37.2% to N$2.6 billion. “In addition to provisions for housing, this allocation […]
The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, says the government has taken steps to boost the development budget significantly to enhance infrastructure and stimulate growth in the country. He, however, pointed out that there are acknowledged challenges in execution and procurement that need attention for more effective utilisation of the allocated funds. The […]
