Government acquires two farms for |Khomanin people

The government has acquired two commercial farms to address the plight of the |Khomanin people.  Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Carl Schlettwein, revealed this while introducing a motion aimed at establishing communal lands in the |Khomas Region.  The motion aims to restore some of the land lost due to colonial injustices and improve […]

#NAMIBIAVOTES2024 | UNGA President calls Namibians to vote

The President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) encouraged Namibians to go out in numbers, exercise their constitutional rights, and register to vote in the November elections. Dennis Francis said this during his departure at Hosea Kutako International Airport after his three-day visit to Namibia, where he held various developmental engagements. “I understand you […]

UNAIDS applauds High Court’s decision on sodomy law

UNAIDS has applauded the Namibian Constitutional Court’s decision to declare the law that criminalised same-sex relationships as unconstitutional. The court found the law incompatible with the constitutional rights of Namibian citizens. This decision aligns with a series of judgements by courts in Southern Africa in recent years, marking a significant victory for equality and human […]

MURD Minister inaugurates settlement office at Uis

The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni, says the newly inaugurated Uis Settlement Office is a clear testament to bringing services close to the people. The office was constructed at a cost of N$11 million. Uutoni applauded the Erongo Regional Council for expressing sound leadership, management, and dedication to duty that has yielded […]