The Okandjoze Chiefs Assembly on Genocide has petitioned President Nangolo Mbumba to consider convening a National Consultative Conference to discuss the way forward for restorative justice. Another subject is the possible enactment as an Act of Parliament, the Namibian Genocide. The Assembly, comprising different Ovaherero and Ovambanderu traditional authorities, brought forward this position during a […]
President Nangolo Mbumba says nobody would object to the proposal that the 28th of May be commemorated as Genocide Remembrance Day in Namibia, if that is the common position of all descendants. The Okandjoze Chiefs Assembly on Genocide sought President Mbumba’s intervention in gazetteing the motion to officially promulgate May 28th, Genocide Remembrance Day. It […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has once again hailed the democratic processes observed in Senegal as he congratulated President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on his election victory. Faye emerged victorious in the first round of voting, garnering more than 54 percent of votes, and was sworn in this week. President Mbumba held talks with Senegal’s Ambassador to Namibia, […]
In a landmark ruling, the Namibian Supreme Court delivered a verdict on a contentious land acquisition case, overturning parts of a High Court judgement. The case involved the transfer of shares and a lease agreement for Farm Eengezind No. 97, located in the District of Okahandja, between a Namibian and a foreign investor. The […]
The government and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have embarked on a journey to close the gap between disadvantaged and advantaged communities. The two parties held a workshop to deliberate on ways to address the plight of vulnerable children, communities, and people with disabilities. UNICEF and various government ministries have been working together to […]
The late rains towards the end of March have left farmers doubting the survival of their farming enterprises. On top of the late rains, farmers are unhappy with the rock-bottom prices they receive for their livestock at auctions. The nbc News team engaged some farmers in the communal areas of the region. A seasonal farmer […]
The Governor of Otjozondjupa Region, James Uerikua, together with NamWater, visited boreholes, aquifers, and reservoirs to reticulate water from storage sources, expand and upgrade the existing water network, and bring water closer to dry areas in the region. The main economic activity in Otjozondjupa is in the agricultural sector. The eastern part, with virgin land […]
The exciting first leg of the CAVB Zone 6 Beach Volleyball Tour showcased thrilling matches and exceptional talent at the DTS courts in Windhoek. South Africa emerged as the dominant force, clinching gold medals in both the women’s and men’s divisions, solidifying their prowess in the sport. Five nations, including South Africa, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Botswana, […]
The Frank Fredericks Foundation commemorated a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25th anniversary with a lively event on Sunday. Trustees of the Foundation gathered to reflect on the journey that began in April 1999, highlighting the impactful support provided to athletes through scholarships and initiatives dedicated to uplifting the sporting community. The presence of […]
Amateur boxer Gebhard Ipinge is on a mission to secure a spot at the upcoming Olympic Games and is now reaching out for financial assistance to compete in the 2nd World Olympic Qualifiers in Bangkok, Thailand. Despite a challenging outing at the first Olympic Qualifiers in Italy last month, where all five Namibian boxers, including […]
