NA protocols cause discord over appropriation bill

Discord ensued as Members of Parliament in the National Assembly engaged in a fervent debate, questioning the existing parliamentary protocols after PDM MP Nico Smith rose to contribute to the Appropriation Bill. The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Albert Kawana, sought clarity on the standing rule that Smith used to be the […]

Merck Foundation grants scholarships to train Namibian doctors

The Merck Foundation of Germany has provided scholarships to train 68 local medical doctors in Namibia. During the Merck Foundation Annual Summit in Windhoek, members of Namibia’s Alumni Association expressed their gratitude. With advances in technology and the emergence of new diseases, medical practitioners need to continue upskilling, especially in developing countries.  Hence, the Merck […]

Burglars cause extensive damage at Keetmanshoop SME Park

Burglars caused extensive damage to the Keetmanshoop !Homs-Ai SME Park when they smashed the premises’ glass doors to gain entry to offices and SME stalls.  The break-in occurred over the weekend.  Johannes Kisting, ||Kharas Regional Head for the Ministry of Industrialization and Trade, says police arrested one suspect in connection with the burglary.  The regional […]

Rent control bill in process

The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development (MURD) says an elaborate process is underway before the Rent Control Board is tabled in the National Assembly. In 2015, the Cabinet passed a resolution requiring the government to introduce measures to regulate the rental market with a view to preventing the current exploitation of tenants by landlords. […]

Livestock farmers in Omaheke want value addition

Lack of value addition to the livestock subsector, inadequate access to potable water, poor network coverage, and rural electrification are some of the key areas that need attention to address regional development in the Omaheke Region.  These matters were brought to the attention of the 6th National Development Plan meeting in Gobabis.  The meeting discussed […]

RDP MP queries Minister on challenges for farmers beyond red line

The Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) MP Kennedy Shekupakela questioned the Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform regarding the challenges faced by farmers beyond the Red Line.  He highlighted the struggles encountered in establishing essential structures, implementing effective fencing, and securing access to water resources. Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani pointed […]

President Mbumba confident of reduction in GBV

President Nangolo Mbumba is confident that the Combating of Domestic Violence Act will lead to a reduction of gender-based violence in Namibia. In a statement released on the eve of International Women’s Day, President Mbumba said that while Namibia has made progress in addressing gender equality, the gaps remain in the fight to end the […]