Valencia Uranium Mine in the Erongo Region has marked its first official blast since the company acquired an Exclusive Prospecting Licence in 2005. The first official blast resulted in a celebration at the Valencia uranium mine, located about 40 kilometres from Arandis. After acquiring the EPL in 2005, substantial work was undertaken until 2009, when […]
The Ministry of Mines and Energy has pledged to answer all phone calls promptly within three rings. This was the commitment made during the launch of its customer service charter. The chairperson of the Customer Service Charter Implementation Committee, Helena Itamba, commended the committee for creating the charter and encouraged the team to implement it. […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism is satisfied with road upgrades in Etosha National Park ahead of the peak tourism season. The ministry’s Executive Director, Teofilus Nghitila, assessed the progress of the road upgrade. The poor roads were a cause for concern to visitors, which necessitated the upgrading of the road network. “We are […]
The Namibia Local Businesses Association, NALOBA, has urged for speedy enactment of the Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill. NALOBA says the bill remains critical to the survival of local businesses that have been struggling to stay afloat since the COVID-19 pandemic. The very intention of the Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill is to promote sustainable […]
Two people have died after an Intercape bus and an Iveco minibus collided head-on about 57 kilometres north of Otjiwarongo in the Otjozondjupa Region. According to Otjozondjupa Police’s community liaison officer, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha, the accident occurred this morning. Mbeha says the Intercape bus, which had 59 passengers, fell to its side. Visuals from […]
As the Ministry of Health and Social Services’ wellness games gain momentum, founder Kenneth Haipumbu advocates for the ministry to take ownership of the initiative and provide financial support. Haipumbu made this appeal during the opening of this year’s games in Outjo, Kunene Region. Launched in Ohangwena in 2017, the wellness games expanded to include […]
As the countdown to the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA 2024 qualifiers begins, FC Ongos Ladies are ramping up their preparations in Namibia ahead of the tournament in Blantyre, Malawi, from August 15-24. The team hosted Ongos Football Day at UNAM Stadium over the weekend, facing off against Khomas Nampol and Ramblers from the Women’s […]
The Namibian Gymnastics Federation held its second qualifying competition for Trampoline and Tumbling over the weekend at Jan Wilkens Stadium in Walvis Bay. The event saw enthusiastic participation from 60 gymnasts representing four clubs nationwide. This competition is a key step in determining eligibility and awards for the season’s National Championships scheduled for the end […]
A thrilling finale to the Corporate Volleyball Social League saw teams battle it out for the coveted championship title at Independence Stadium. Over 28 teams from various businesses showcased their volleyball skills and team spirit in the championship match. Namibia Volleyball Federation organizer Albert Khevare expressed enthusiasm about the sport’s growing popularity and expressed interest […]
The inaugural NSSU Ohangwena under-15 tournament concluded with John Shaetonhodi, Haimbili Senior Secondary, and Madume Ndemufayo Primary School emerging as champions. The tournament attracted over 50 schools from the Ohangwena region, providing a platform for young athletes to compete and showcase their talents. The event aimed to raise funds and encourage participation in sports among […]
